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Fast Track to Rack Installation and Power

SUMMARY This procedure guides you through the steps to install your MX960 router in a four-post rack or cabinet using a mechanical lift and connect it to AC power.

Install the MX960 Router for a Rack or Cabinet

You can install your MX960 router in a four-post rack or cabinet, or an open-frame rack. The rack must be strong enough to support the weight of the fully configured router, up to 350lb (158.76kg). If you stack three fully configured routers in one rack, it must be capable of supporting about 1,050lb (476.3kg).

Figure 1: MX960 Rack Clearance and Router Dimensions MX960 Rack Clearance and Router Dimensions

We'll walk you through the steps to install the router in a four-post rack or cabinet using a mechanical lift.

Before you install, review the following:

CAUTION:

When mounting the router in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top, with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
CAUTION:

Before mounting the router in a rack, have a qualified technician verify that the rack is strong enough to support the router's weight and is adequately supported at the installation site.

Install the Mounting Hardware in a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet

Because of the router's size and weight—up to 350 lb (158.8 kg) depending on the configuration—you must use a mechanical lift to install the router.

CAUTION:

Before front mounting the router in a rack, have a qualified technician verify that the rack is strong enough to support the router's weight and is adequately supported at the installation site.
  1. On the front rack rails, install cage nuts in the holes specified in Installing the MX960 Mounting Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet for the large shelf and the spacer bars.
  2. On the front of each front rack rail, partially insert a mounting screw into the hole containing the lowest cage nut.
  3. Install the large shelf on the front rack rails. Rest the bottom slot of each ear on a mounting screw.
  4. Partially insert a mounting screw into the top hole in each ear of the large shelf.
  5. Tighten all the screws completely.
  6. On the rear rack rails, install cage nuts in the holes specified in Installing the MX960 Mounting Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet for the small shelf.
  7. On the back of each rear rack rail, partially insert a mounting screw into the hole containing the lowest cage nut.
  8. Install the small shelf on the back rack rails. Rest the bottom slot of each ear on a mounting screw. The small shelf installs on the back of the rear rails, extending toward the center of the rack. The bottom of the small shelf should align with the bottom of the large shelf.
  9. Partially insert screws into the open holes in the ears of the small shelf.
  10. Tighten all the screws completely.
    Figure 2: Mount Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet Mount Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet
  11. Install the Mounting Hardware:
    1. On the rear of each rack rail, partially insert a mounting screw into the highest hole specified in Installing the MX960 Mounting Hardware for a Four-Post Rack or Cabinet for the large shelf.
    2. Install the large shelf on the rack. Hang the shelf over the mounting screws using the keyhole slots located near the top of the large shelf flanges.
    3. Partially insert screws into the open holes in the ears of the large shelf.
    4. Tighten all the screws completely.
      Figure 3: Mount Hardware for an Open-Frame Rack
  12. Remove components from the router. See Removing Components from the MX960 Router Chassis Before Installing It with a Lift.
    Figure 4: Components to Remove from the Front of the MX960 Router
    Figure 5: Components to Remove from the Rear of the MX960 Router
  13. Install the router using a mechanical lift. See Installing the MX960 Router Using a Mechanical Lift.
  14. Reinstall components in the router:
    1. Slide each component into the chassis evenly so that it does not become stuck or damaged.
    2. Tighten the captive screws for each component.
      Note:

      Make sure that all empty slots are covered with a blank panel before operating the router.

Connect to Power

Now that you've mounted your router in the rack, you're ready to ground your router and connect it to AC power.

Ground the MX960 Router

To ground the MX960 router:

  1. Attach an ESD grounding strap to your bare wrist, and connect the other end of the strap to an approved site ESD grounding point. See the instructions for your site.

  2. Connect the grounding cable to a proper earth ground.

  3. Verify that a licensed electrician has attached the cable lug provided with the router to the grounding cable.

  4. Make sure that grounding surfaces are clean and brought to a bright finish before grounding connections are made.

  5. Attach an ESD grounding strap to your bare wrist, and connect the other end of the strap to an ESD grounding point.

  6. Place the grounding cable lug over the grounding points. The grounding point is sized for UNC 1/4-20 bolts.

  7. Secure the grounding cable lug to the grounding points, first with the washers, then with the screws.

  8. Verify that the grounding cabling is correct, that the grounding cable does not touch or block access to router components, and that it does not drape where people could trip on it.

Connect Power to an AC Router with Normal-Capacity Power Supplies

To install an MX960 normal-capacity AC power supply:
  1. Locate the power cords shipped with the router, which should have a plug appropriate for your geographical location.
  2. Attach an electrostatic discharge (ESD) grounding strap to your bare wrist, and connect the strap to one of the ESD points on the chassis.
  3. Move the power switch on the power supply faceplate to the standby position.
  4. Insert the appliance coupler end of the power cord into the appliance inlet on the power supply.
  5. Insert the power cord plug into an external AC power source receptacle.
    Note:

    Each power supply must be connected to a dedicated AC power feed and a dedicated customer site circuit breaker. We recommend that you use a 15 A (250 VAC) minimum, or as permitted by local code.
  6. Dress the power cord appropriately.
  7. Verify that the power cord does not block the air exhaust and access to router components, or drape where people could trip on it.