Cisco Systems 9001, 9001S, ASR9001, ASR9001s Cable Management

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Cisco ASR 9001 and Cisco ASR 9001-S Routers Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 3 Installing Modules and Cables in the Chassis
Cable Management
Cable Management
Cisco ASR 9001 Router includes a cable-management system that organizes the interface cables
entering and exiting the router, keeping them out of the way, and free of sharp bends.
Caution Excessive bending of interface cables can damage the cables.
The cable-management system consists of thse separate components:
•A cable-management tray
•A cable-management bracket
Cable Management Tray
A cable-management tray is mounted at the bottom of the Cisco ASR 9001 Router chassis for routing
interface cables to the RP. Figure 3-6 shows a typical cable routing through the cable-management tray.
Figure 3-6 Example Cable Routing through the Cisco ASR 9001 Router Cable Management Tray
Installing a Cable Management Tray
To install a cable-management tray, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Position the cable-management tray at the bottom of the chassis front panel.
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