Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
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This chapter describes how to install and connect the Cisco Catalyst C8300 Series Edge Platforms to LAN, WAN, and Voice networks.
Note
These routers are designed to boot up in less than 30 minutes, provided the neighboring devices are in fully operational state.
The following sections provide the technical details:
Safety Warnings
Warning
To comply with Class A emissions requirements- shielded management Ethernet, CON, and AUX cables on the router must be used.
Warning
To comply with the Class A emissions requirements shielded twisted pair T1/E1 cables must be used for SPA-8-Port Channelized
T1/E1 SPA (SPA-8XCHT1/E1) on the router. EN55022/CISPR22 Statement
What You Need to Know
CLI Console Access
Use the USB or RJ-45 console port on the router to access the Cisco Internet Operating System (IOS-XE) and XE SD-WAN command
line interface (CLI) on the router and perform configuration tasks. A terminal emulation program is required to establish
communication between the router and a PC. See the Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem section in this document for instructions.
Note
A Microsoft Windows USB driver must be installed before you
establish physical connectivity between the router and the PC.
Software Licenses
To use all the features on the router, you must purchase a software package. For more information on software licenses, see
the “Smart Licensing” section of the Software Configuration Guide for the Cisco Catalyst C8300 Series Edge Platforms.
Before You Begin
Before installing and connecting a Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, read the safety warnings and gather the following
tools and equipment. For more information about the required tools and equipments, see the tools and equipment section.
Unpack the Device
Do not unpack the device until you are ready to install it. If the final installation site will not be ready for some time,
keep the chassis in its shipping container to prevent accidental damage. When you are ready to install the chassis, proceed
with unpacking it.
The chassis, accessory kit, publications, and any optional equipment you ordered may be shipped in more than one container.
When you unpack the containers, check the packing list to ensure that you received all of the items on the list.
Install the Device
If you need to install Network Interface Modules (NIMs), Service Modules (SMs), Pluggable Interface Modules (PIMs), and Field-Replaceable
Units (FRUs) on the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T devices, you can install them either before or after you install
the device. Ideally, you can install these modules when you have access to the I/O side of the device. Internal modules, memory
cards and fan trays should be installed before rack-mounting the device.
You can install the device in one of the following ways:
Set the chassis on a desktop
Attach the chassis to the wall
Mount the chassis on a rack
Note
C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T support only rack mount, does not support wall mount or desktop mount options.
Warning
Before working on a system that has an on/off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord that is in the chassis.
Statement 1
Caution
To prevent damage to the chassis, do not attempt to lift or tilt the chassis by holding it by the plastic panel on the front.
Always hold the chassis by the sides of the metal body.
Mount the Chassis on a Desktop
Warning
To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules
(such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit. Statement
1032
Step 1 Attach the elastomeric mount feet (label 1) to the bottom of the device. The feet come with a pre-applied adhesive. Place the feet in the locations marked by a circle.
Step 2 You can place the device on a desktop, bench top, or shelf.
Note
Do not set the chassis in an area where the high acoustic noise can be an issue.
Caution
Do not place anything on top of the device that weighs more than 10 pounds (4.5 kg), and do not stack device on a desktop.
Excessive distributed weight of more than 10 pounds, or pound point load of 10 pounds on top could damage the chassis.
Caution
Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling. For placing the device on a desktop, keep
at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) of clear space beside the cooling inlet and exhaust vents.
After the device is installed, you must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground. For the chassis ground connection
procedures, see the Chassis Grounding section.
Rack Mount the Chassis
Warning
Supply Circuit
To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, take care when connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring is not overloaded.
Statement 1018
Warning
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably
installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain
that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning
To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature
of: 40 degrees C. Statement 1047
C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T can be installed in a 19-inch (48.26-cm) EIA and a 23-inch (58.42-cm) Southwestern
Bell Corporation (SBC) racks. The C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T can also be mounted in a 600-mm ETSI rack. Use
the standard brackets shipped with the router for mounting the chassis in a 19-inch EIA rack; you can order optional larger
brackets for mounting the chassis in a 23-inch SBC rack.
You can mount the devices in the following ways:
Power Supply (PS) mounting—Brackets are attached at the PS side of the chassis with the front panel facing forward.
Center-PS mounting—Brackets are attached in the centerof the chassis with the PS side facing forward.
Center-I/O mounting—Brackets are attached in the center I/O side of the chassis with only the I/O side facing forward.
I/O mounting—Brackets are attached at the I/O side of the chassis with the I/O side facing forward.
Attach the Rack-Mounting Brackets
Caution
Do not over-torque the screws. The recommended torque is 15 to 18 inch-lbs (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).
Caution
Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling.
Attach the mounting brackets to the chassis as shown in the below figure using the screws provided. Use a #2 Philips screwdriver.
To attach the rack-mounting brackets to the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:
Procedure
Step 1
Select the depth location for the router in the equipment rack. I/O side flush; I/O side recessed for the RFID badge; middle
mount from the I/O side; middle mount from the power supply side; or power supply side flush.
Step 2
Align the rack mount bracket with the mounting holes in the side of the device.
Step 3
Insert the #6-32 FHM screws. Use only the screws that are provided in the rack mount bracket kit.
Step 4
Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).
1
19-inch brackets
2
23-inch brackets
3
#6-32 PHMS
1
Flush with I/O side (No RFID)
2
I/O Side Recessed (for RFID)
1
Mid-Mount from I/O Side
2
Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side
3
Power Supply Side Flush
To attach the rack-mounting brackets to a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:
Procedure
Step 1
Select the depth location for the router in the equipment rack. I/O side flush; I/O side recessed for the RFID badge; middle
mount from the I/O side; middle mount from the power supply side; or power supply side flush.
Step 2
Align the rack mount bracket with the mounting holes in the side of the device.
Step 3
Insert the #8-32 FHM screws. Use only the screws that are provided in the rack mount bracket kit.
Step 4
Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).
1
19-inch brackets
2
23-inch brackets
3
#8-32 FHM screw
1
Flush with I/O Side
2
Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side
1
Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side
2
Power Supply Side Flush
Mount the Chassis on a Rack
After you attach the rack-mount brackets to the chassis, use screws to install the chassis onto the rack.
Note
C8300-2N2S-4T2X supports only rack mount, does not support wall mount or desktop mount options.
Tip
For both the 19-inch EIA brackets and the 23-inch brackets, start the lower pair of screws first, and rest the brackets on
the lower screws while you insert the upper pair of screws.
Tip
The screw slots in the brackets are spaced to line up with every second pair of screw holes in the rack. When the correct screw holes are used, the small threaded holes in the brackets line up
with unused screw holes in the rack. If the small holes do not line up with the rack holes, you must raise or lower the brackets
to the next rack hole.
Warning
To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that
the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at
the bottom of the rack.
If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.
Statement 1006.
Warning
To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles on modules
(such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the weight of the unit. Statement
1032
Figures below shows a typical rack mounting of a chassis in a rack.
Step1. Locate the desired position in the equipment rack.
Step2. Align the holes in the rack mount brackets with the mounting holes in the equipment frame.
Step3. Secure the device using mounting screws appropriate for your equipment frame. The rack mount brackets have been designed #12-24
PHM screws.
Step4. Tighten the screws to the appropriate torque value for your equipment
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
Figures below shows a typical rack mounting of a chassis in a rack.
Step1. Locate the desired position in the equipment rack.
Step2. Align the holes in the rack mount brackets with the mounting holes in the equipment frame.
Step3. Secure the device using mounting screws appropriate for your equipment frame. The rack mount brackets have been designed #12-24
PHM screws.
Step4. Tighten the screws to the appropriate torque value for your equipment
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
1
Rack Mounting screws
Attach Cisco Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms on a Wall
Caution
Only the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T are designed to be wall mounted. The C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T have not been designed to be wall mounted.
Caution
When mounted on a wall, the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T should always be oriented with a side of the device oriented in the downward
position. The I/O side and power supply side should be oriented so that the fan vents and cable entry will be oriented to
the left or right. The I/O side or power supply should never be oriented downwards.
Caution
Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling.
Step 1 Attach the rack mount brackets to the sides of the device using only the hardware provided in the wall mounting kit (#6-32
x 0.44 inch PHMS).
Step 2 The outer face of the rack mount bracket ear, the part that typically mounts to an equipment rack, should be placed against
the side of the router. Use the spacers provided to adapt the larger obround holes down to smaller holes for the screws to
fit into.
Step 3 The brackets should be located diagonally from each other as shown in the figure below.
Step 4 Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).
Step 5 Use #6 or 4mm hardware to attach the brackets to the wall. At least 4 screws should be used per bracket, 8 screws in total.
The screw length should be a minimum of 1 inch in length (25.4 mm).
Note
The customer supplies the appropriate hardware. Each mounting bracket has 8 holes that can be used for the mounting fasteners.
Step 6 Route the cables so that they do not put a strain on the connectors or mounting hardware.
1
19-inches bracket
2
Plastic spacer
3
#6-32 PHMS
1
Customer supplied wall mount hardware
Ground the Chassis
After the device is installed, you must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground.
Chassis Grounding
Warning
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed
ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable
grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning
During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with
your hand or any metal tool, you could shock yourself. Statement 94
You must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground; the ground wire must be installed in accordance with local electrical
safety standards.
For grounding, use size 6 AWG (13 mm² ) copper wire and the ground lug provided in the accessory kit.
Note
This equipment is suitable for installation in Network Telecommunications Facilities and locations where the NEC applies.
The equipment is suitable for installation as part of the Common Bonding Network (CBN).
For NEC-compliant grounding, use size 14 AWG (2 mm² ) or larger copper wire and an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal
with an inner diameter of 1/4 in. (5–7 mm)
AWG 10 (4 mm²) or larger wire for EN/IEC 60950-1 and EN/IEC 62368-1 compliant chassis grounding
Note
The grounding wire should be sized according to local and national installation requirements. The above recommended AWG values
for NEBS-compliant, NEC-compliant, EN/IEC 60950-1 and EN/IEC 62368-1 as the minimum requirement respectively, the higher AWG
value recommendation also with the higher priority, this means AWG 10 is the minimum requirement only when NEBS is not required.
Commercially available 6-AWG grounding wire is always preferred from the chassis to the rack ground or directly to the common
bonding network (CBN). The length of the grounding wire depends on the proximity of the switch to proper grounding facilities.
To install the ground connection for your device, perform the following steps:
Procedure
Step 1
Strip one end of the ground wire to the length required for the ground lug or terminal.
For the ground lug—approximately 0.75 inch (20 mm)
For user-provided ring terminal—as required
Step 2
Crimp the ground wire to the ground lug or ring terminal, using a crimp tool of the appropriate size.
Step 3
Attach the ground lug or ring terminal to the chassis as shown in Chassis Grounding section. For a ground lug, use the two
screws with captive locking washers provided. For a ring terminal, use one of the screws provided. Tighten the screws to a
torque of 8 to 10 in-lb (0.9 to 1.1 N-m).
1
Ground lug
Step 4
Connect the other end of the ground wire to a known reliable earth ground point at your site.
1
Ground lug
Connect Power to the Device
This section explains how to connect power to the device.
Warning
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004
Warning
This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement
1028
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030
Note
The installation must comply with all required electrical codes applicable at the installation site.
Warning
When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC adaptors. Using any
other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use
of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by
CISCO. The use of cables that are certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have “PSE” shown on the
code) is not limited to CISCO-designated products. Statement 371.
If your device uses AC power, connect it to a 15 A, 120 VAC (10 A, 240 VAC) circuit with overcurrent protection.
Note
The input voltage tolerance limits for AC power are 90 and 264 VAC.
Note
This product requires surge protection to be provided as part of the building installation. To comply with the Telcordia
GR-1089 NEBS standard for electromagnetic compatibility and safety, an external surge protective device (SPD) is required
at the AC power service equipment.
Warning
This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective
device is rated not greater than 20A. Statement 1005
Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem
The Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have asynchronous serial ports. These ports provide administrative access to the
router either locally (with a console terminal or a PC).To configure the router through the Cisco IOS CLI, you must establish
a connection between the router console port and either a terminal or a PC.
Use the following cables and adapters to establish a local or remote
connection.
Table 1. Local and Remote Connections
Port Type
Cable
Section
1. Serial (RJ-45)
EIA RJ-45
Connect to the Serial Port with Microsoft Windows
2. Serial (USB)
USB 5-pin mini USB Type-B-to-USB Type-A
Connect to the Console Port with Mac OS X
This procedure describes how to connect a Mac OS X system USB port to the console using the built in OS X Terminal utility.
Procedure
Step 1
Use the Finder to go to Applications > Utilities > Terminal.
Step 2
Connect the OS X USB port to the router.
Step 3
Enter the following commands to find the OS X USB port number
Example:
macbook:user$ cd /dev
macbook:user$ ls -ltr /dev/*usb*
crw-rw-rw- 1 root wheel 9, 66 Apr 1 16:46 tty.usbmodem1a21 DT-macbook:dev user$
Step 4
Connect to the USB port with the following command followed by the router USB port speed
Example:
macbook:user$ screen /dev/tty.usbmodem1a21 9600
To disconnect the OS X USB console from the Terminal window
Enter Ctrl-a followed by Ctrl-\
Connect to the Console Port with Linux
This procedure shows how to connect a Linux system USB port to the console using the built in Linux Terminal utility.
Procedure
Step 1
Open the Linux Terminal window.
Step 2
Connect the Linux USB port to the router.
Step 3
Enter the following commands to find the Linux USB port number
Example:
root@usb-suse# cd /dev
root@usb-suse /dev# ls -ltr *ACM*
crw-r--r-- 1 root root 188, 0 Jan 14 18:02 ttyACM0
root@usb-suse /dev#
Step 4
Connect to the USB port with the following command followed by the router USB port speed
Example:
root@usb-suse /dev# screen /dev/ttyACM0 9600
To disconnect the Linux USB console from the Terminal window
Enter Ctrl-a followed by : then quit
Install the Silicon Labs USB Device Driver
This section contains the following topics:
Install the Silicon Labs Windows USB Device Driver
Click the Downloads folder, then click the macOS_VCP_Driver folder, and double-click the SiLabsUSBDriverDisk.dmg program.
Step 3
Click Install CP210X VCP Driver, and then click Open. The Driver Installer begins.
Step 4
Follow installer instructions. Click Continue, scroll all the way down, then click Continue, and click Agree.
Step 5
Click Continue, and enter your password. Then click Install Helper, and click Close.
Step 6
Insert the USB console cable and power into your system..
Step 7
Open a terminal and type cd/dev, and then type ls-ltr. Serial port tty.SLAB_USBtoUART appears.
Step 8
Type screen/dev/tty.SLAB_USBtoUART <baudrate> to see console output. Console will show response upon first Enter key if there
is no output.
The USB console is ready for use.
Connect WAN and LAN Interfaces
This section describes how to connect WAN and LAN interface cables. Before you connect the interface cables, refer to the
following warning statements:
Warning
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Statement 1036.
Warning
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Statement 1037.
Warning
For connections outside the building where the equipment is installed, the following ports must be connected through an approved
network termination unit with integral circuit protection, LAN, PoE. Statement 1044.
Warning
Avoid using or servicing any equipment that has outdoor connections during an electrical storm. There may be a risk of electric
shock from lightning. Statement 1088.
Ports and Cabling
The connections summarized here are also described in detail in the document on Cisco.com: Cisco Modular Access Cable Specifications
T1 or E1 networkExternal T1 CSU or other T1 equipment
RJ-48 T1/E1RJ-48S to RJ-48S TERJ-48S to RJ-48S NTRJ-48S to
RJ-48S T1RJ-48S to bareRJ-48S to BNCRJ-48S to twinaxial cableRJ-48S to
DB-15RJ-48S to DB-15 null
T3/DS3/E3 WAN
BNC connector
T3 network, CSU/DSU, or other T3/DS3 equipment
75-ohm coaxial cable
Cisco serial
60-pin D-sub, blue
CSU/DSU and serial network or equipment
Cisco serial transition cable that matches the signaling
protocol (EIA/TIA-232, EIA/TIA-449, V.35, X.21, or EIA-530) and the serial port
operating mode (DTE or DCE).2
Cisco Smart serial
Cisco Smart compact connector, blue
CSU/DSU and serial network or equipment
Gigabit Ethernet SFP, optical
LC, color according to optical wavelength
1000BASE-SX, -LX, -LH, -ZX, -CWDM
Optical fiber as specified on applicable data sheet
Gigabit Ethernet SFP, copper
RJ-45
1000BASE-T
Category 5, 5e, 6 UTP
1 Cable color codes are specific to Cisco
cables.
2 See the Cisco Modular Access Router Cable
Specifications document for information about choosing these cables.
Connection Procedures and Precautions
Connect each WAN and LAN to the appropriate connector on the chassis or on a network module or interface card.
Position the cables carefully, so that they do not put strain on the connectors.
Organize cables in bundles so that cables do not intertwine.
Inspect the cables to make sure that the routing and bend radius is satisfactory. Reposition cables, if necessary.
Install cable ties in accordance with site requirements.
For cable pinouts, see Cisco Modular Access Cable Specifications.
Note
After installing the device and connecting the cables, you can configure the device with basic configurations. For more information
on how to configure the device, see the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms Software Configuration Guide.