Huawei AR Series Access Router

Hardware Installation and

Maintenance Guide

Issue 11
Date 2021-02-08

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About This Document

Intended Audience
This document provides detailed installation information about AR series routers,
including the methods for installing and connecting AR series routers.
This document is intended for network engineers responsible for installing and
maintaining AR series routers. You should have experience in network device
installation and maintenance.

Symbol Conventions
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Symbol Description

Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not

avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss,
performance deterioration, or unanticipated results.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.

Supplements the important information in the main text.

NOTE is used to address information not related to
personal injury, equipment damage, and environment
deterioration.

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Reference Standards and Protocols

To obtain reference standards and protocols, log in to Huawei official website,
search for "protocol compliance list", and download the Huawei AR Series
Standard and Protocol Comply Table.

Declaration
● This manual is only a reference for you to configure your devices. The
contents in the manual, such as web pages, command line syntax, and
command outputs, are based on the device conditions in the lab. The manual
provides instructions for general scenarios, but do not cover all usage
scenarios of all product models. The contents in the manual may be different
from your actual device situations due to the differences in software versions,
models, and configuration files. The manual will not list every possible
difference. You should configure your devices according to actual situations.
● The specifications provided in this manual are tested in lab environment (for
example, the tested device has been installed with a certain type of boards or
only one protocol is run on the device). Results may differ from the listed
specifications when you attempt to obtain the maximum values with multiple
functions enabled on the device.
● In this document, public IP addresses may be used in feature introduction and
configuration examples and are for reference only unless otherwise specified.
● In this document, AR series access routers include
AR100&AR120&AR150&AR160&AR200&AR1200&AR2200&AR3200&AR3600
Series.

Change History
Changes between document issues are cumulative. The latest document issue
contains all the changes made in earlier issues.

Issue 11 (2021-02-08)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 6.12.2 Connecting the Console Cable

● 6.1.1 Using Mounting Brackets (AR1200 Series)
● 6.1.2 Using Mounting Brackets and Mounting Bracket Guide Rails
(AR2204/AR2220E/AR2204E series)

Issue 10 (2020-07-25)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

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● 4 Installing AR100/AR120/AR150/AR160/AR200
● 6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series
Routers

Issue 09 (2020-06-02)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 4 Installing AR100/AR120/AR150/AR160/AR200

Issue 08 (2019-04-30)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series

Routers

Issue 07 (2019-03-06)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series

Routers

Issue 06 (2018-08-25)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 4.4 (Optional) Installing Antennas

Issue 05 (2018-07-30)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series

Routers

Issue 04 (2018-05-18)
This issue has the following updates:

The following content is modified:

● 6.8 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply

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Issue 03 (2017-08-04)
This issue has the following updates:
The following content is modified:
● 4 Installing AR100/AR120/AR150/AR160/AR200
● 6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series
Routers

Issue 02 (2017-04-06)
This issue has the following updates:
The following content is added:
● 4.6 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk

Issue 01 (2017-02-28)
This is the first official release.

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Contents

About This Document................................................................................................................ ii

1 Installation Overview............................................................................................................. 1
2 Preparing for Installation...................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Reading Carefully the Safety Cautions............................................................................................................................ 2
2.2 Checking Installation Environment................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Checking the Cabinet............................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.4 Checking the Power Supply System.................................................................................................................................. 6
2.5 Preparing Installation Tools................................................................................................................................................. 7

3 Unpacking the Router............................................................................................................ 9

4 Installing AR100/AR120/AR150/AR160/AR200.............................................................. 13
4.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router on a Desk.................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Scenario 2: Mounting a Router on a Wall....................................................................................................................14
4.3 Scenario 3: Installing a Router in a Cabinet................................................................................................................ 17
4.4 (Optional) Installing Antennas........................................................................................................................................ 19
4.5 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply.................................................................................................................... 24
4.6 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk....................................................................................................................................26
4.7 Connecting the Router........................................................................................................................................................ 28
4.7.1 Connecting the Ground Cable....................................................................................................................................... 28
4.7.2 Connecting the Console Cable...................................................................................................................................... 29
4.7.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables...........................................................................................................................................30
4.7.4 Connecting the Power Adapter.................................................................................................................................... 32
4.8 Powering On and Off the Router.................................................................................................................................... 34

5 Installing AR2201-48FE/AR2202-48FE Routers.............................................................. 37

5.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet............................................................................................................................... 37
5.2 Installing an RPS150 Power Supply................................................................................................................................ 39
5.3 Connecting the Router........................................................................................................................................................ 44
5.3.1 Connecting the Ground Cable....................................................................................................................................... 44
5.3.2 Connecting the Console Cable...................................................................................................................................... 46
5.3.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables...........................................................................................................................................47
5.3.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers.................................................................................................... 49
5.3.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable.................................................................................................................................. 50

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5.4 Powering On and Off the Router.................................................................................................................................... 53

6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series Routers

.......................................................................................................................................................55
6.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router in a Cabinet................................................................................................................ 55
6.1.1 Using Mounting Brackets (AR1200 Series)...............................................................................................................55
6.1.2 Using Mounting Brackets and Mounting Bracket Guide Rails (AR2204/AR2220E/AR2204E series)....57
6.1.3 Using Mounting Brackets and L-Shaped Guide Rails (AR2220)........................................................................60
6.2 Scenario 2: Installing a Router on a Desk (AR1200 Series)................................................................................... 63
6.3 Scenario 3: Mounting a Router on a Wall (AR1200 Series)...................................................................................65
6.4 Installing Cards...................................................................................................................................................................... 67
6.5 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card..................................................................................................... 69
6.6 (Optional) Installing Antennas........................................................................................................................................ 72
6.7 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk....................................................................................................................................73
6.8 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply.................................................................................................................... 75
6.9 (Optional) Installing an RPS150 Power Supply.......................................................................................................... 77
6.10 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card and a Voice Daughter Card............................................................................82
6.11 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit........................................................ 85
6.12 Connecting the Router......................................................................................................................................................90
6.12.1 Connecting the Ground Cable.................................................................................................................................... 90
6.12.2 Connecting the Console Cable................................................................................................................................... 92
6.12.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables........................................................................................................................................ 93
6.12.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers................................................................................................. 95
6.12.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable................................................................................................................................ 96
6.12.6 Connecting DC Power Cables..................................................................................................................................... 99
6.13 Powering On and Off the Router............................................................................................................................... 100

7 Installing AR2240/AR2240C/AR3260/AR3670 Routers...............................................102

7.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet............................................................................................................................ 102
7.2 Installing Cards.................................................................................................................................................................... 106
7.3 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card...................................................................................................109
7.4 Installing a Power Module.............................................................................................................................................. 111
7.5 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card on the SRU...........................................................................................................113
7.6 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit........................................................ 114
7.7 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit........................................................ 119
7.8 Connecting the Router......................................................................................................................................................125
7.8.1 Connecting the Ground Cable.................................................................................................................................... 125
7.8.2 Connecting the Console Cable................................................................................................................................... 127
7.8.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables........................................................................................................................................ 128
7.8.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers................................................................................................. 130
7.8.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable................................................................................................................................ 131
7.8.6 Connecting DC Power Cables..................................................................................................................................... 133
7.9 Powering On and Off the Router..................................................................................................................................135

8 Post-Installation Checks.................................................................................................... 138

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9 Appendix A On-site Cable Assembly and Installation............................................... 140

9.1 Cable Assembly Precautions........................................................................................................................................... 140
9.2 Assembling Power Cables................................................................................................................................................ 141
9.2.1 Assembling the OT Terminal and Power Cable.................................................................................................... 141
9.2.2 Assembling the JG Terminal and Power Cable..................................................................................................... 145
9.2.3 Assembling the Cord End Terminal and the Power Cable................................................................................ 147
9.3 Assembling Ethernet Cables........................................................................................................................................... 150
9.3.1 Assembling the Shielded RJ45 Connector and Ethernet Cable....................................................................... 150
9.3.2 Assembling an Unshielded RJ45 Connector and Ethernet Cable................................................................... 156
9.3.3 Checking the Appearance of Contact Strips.......................................................................................................... 159
9.3.4 Testing the Connection of Assembled Cables....................................................................................................... 162
9.4 Installing Cable Accessories............................................................................................................................................ 165
9.4.1 Precautions for Installing Cable Accessories..........................................................................................................165
9.4.2 Installing Power Adapters............................................................................................................................................ 166
9.4.2.1 Installing the OT Terminal........................................................................................................................................ 166
9.4.2.2 Installing the Cord End Terminal............................................................................................................................169
9.4.3 Installing Ethernet Adapters........................................................................................................................................170
9.4.3.1 Installing a Shielded Ethernet Connector............................................................................................................170
9.4.3.2 Installing an Unshielded Ethernet Connector.................................................................................................... 172
9.4.4 Installing Fiber Connectors.......................................................................................................................................... 174
9.4.4.1 Cleaning Fiber Connectors........................................................................................................................................174
9.4.4.2 Installing an FC Fiber Connector............................................................................................................................ 174
9.4.4.3 Installing an LC Fiber Connector............................................................................................................................ 176
9.4.4.4 Installing the SC Fiber Connector.......................................................................................................................... 178
9.4.4.5 Installing an MPO Connector.................................................................................................................................. 179
9.5 Replacing the Mold of the Crimping Tool..................................................................................................................181

10 Appendix B Environmental Requirements for Device Operation.......................... 185

10.1 Environmental Requirements for an Equipment Room...................................................................................... 185
10.1.1 Requirements for Selecting a Site for an Equipment Room.......................................................................... 185
10.1.2 Equipment Room Layout........................................................................................................................................... 186
10.1.3 Construction Requirements for the Equipment Room.....................................................................................187
10.1.4 Equipment Room Environment................................................................................................................................189
10.1.5 Requirements for Corrosive Gases.......................................................................................................................... 189
10.1.6 Requirements for ESD Prevention........................................................................................................................... 190
10.1.7 Electromagnetism Requirements for the Equipment Room.......................................................................... 190
10.1.8 Requirements for Lightning Proof Grounding.................................................................................................... 191
10.2 Requirements for Power Supply..................................................................................................................................194
10.2.1 Requirements for AC Power Supply....................................................................................................................... 194
10.2.2 Recommendations for AC Power Supply.............................................................................................................. 195
10.2.3 Requirements for DC Power Supply....................................................................................................................... 195
10.2.4 Recommendations for DC Power Supply..............................................................................................................196

11 Appendix C Equipment Grounding Specifications.................................................... 197

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11.1 General Grounding Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 197

11.2 Grounding Specifications for an Equipment Room.............................................................................................. 198
11.3 Grounding Specifications for Devices........................................................................................................................ 198
11.4 Grounding Specifications for Communications Power Supply......................................................................... 199
11.5 Grounding Specifications for Signal Cables............................................................................................................ 199
11.6 Specifications for Laying Out Grounding Cables...................................................................................................200

12 Appendix D Engineering Labels for Cables.................................................................201

12.1 Introduction to Labels.................................................................................................................................................... 201
12.1.1 Label Materials.............................................................................................................................................................. 201
12.1.2 Type and Structure....................................................................................................................................................... 202
12.1.3 Label Printing................................................................................................................................................................. 203
12.1.4 Writing Labels................................................................................................................................................................ 205
12.1.5 Attaching Labels........................................................................................................................................................... 206
12.1.6 Contents of Engineering Labels............................................................................................................................... 208
12.1.7 Precautions for Using Engineering Labels............................................................................................................208
12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers....................................................................................................................... 209
12.2.1 Labels for the Optical Fibers Connecting Devices............................................................................................. 209
12.2.2 Labels for the Optical Fibers Connecting the Device and an ODF..............................................................210
12.3 Engineering Labels for Network Cables................................................................................................................... 211
12.4 Engineering Labels for User Cables........................................................................................................................... 213
12.5 Engineering Labels for Power Cables........................................................................................................................ 214
12.5.1 Engineering Labels for DC Power Cables............................................................................................................. 214
12.5.2 Engineering Labels for AC Power Cables..............................................................................................................216

13 Appendix E Guide to Using Optical Modules............................................................. 218

14 Appendix F Fault Tag....................................................................................................... 222

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Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide 1 Installation Overview

1 Installation Overview

Figure 1-1 shows the sequence of tasks involved in installing a router.

Figure 1-1 Installation flowchart

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2 Preparing for Installation

2.1 Reading Carefully the Safety Cautions

2.2 Checking Installation Environment
2.3 Checking the Cabinet
2.4 Checking the Power Supply System
2.5 Preparing Installation Tools

2.1 Reading Carefully the Safety Cautions

Read and follow all the safety cautions and instructions on the chassis or
described in this document to protect personal and equipment safety during
installation, operation, and maintenance.
WARNING, CAUTION, and DANGER items in this document do not cover all the
safety cautions and are only supplementary to the safety cautions.
Installation and maintenance personnel must be trained to perform operations
correctly and safely.

General Safety Guidelines

DANGER

In case of fire, immediately leave the building or equipment deployment site and
press the fire alarm button or call the fire department. Never enter the building
on fire again in any situation.

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CAUTION

● Before performing any operation on a router, wear ESD clothing and ESD
gloves or an ESD wrist strap. Remove conductive objects like jewelry and
watches.
● After installing the router on a cabinet/rack, connect the ground cable to the
chassis before any operations on the chassis and remove the ground cable only
after you remove all the other components and cables from the chassis.

Environmental Safety

DANGER

Do not place or operate the router in an environment with flammable or explosive

gases or smoke.

NOTE

● Keep the router away from water or damp to prevent damages to circuits.
● The router heats during operation. The installation site must be well ventilated to
ensure normal operation of the router.

Electric Safety

DANGER

● Direct contact with a high-voltage power source or indirect contact through

damp objects can be fatal. Misoperations on high-voltage facilities may result
in fire, electric shock, or other accident.
● Never install or remove the router or power cables while the power is on. The
electric arc or spark generated between a power cable and conductor may
cause a fire or eye damage.
● To protect personal and equipment safety, ground the router before powering it
on.

Laser Safety

CAUTION

● Invisible laser beams will cause eye damage. Do not look into bores of optical
modules or connectors of optical fibers without eye protection.
● After unplugging an optical fiber, cover the fiber connectors with dust caps.

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Mechanical Safety

CAUTION

● Before carrying a heavy object, use appropriate tools to protect yourself from
bruise or sprain.
● Before pulling the chassis out of the cabinet, check whether there are any
unstable or heavy objects on the cabinet. Be careful not to make the objects
fall, which may cause body injuries.
● Do not drill holes on a cabinet without permission. Unqualified holes on a
cabinet affect the electromagnetic filter performance of the cabinet and cause
damages to the cables in the cabinet. In addition, metal scraps may fall into
the cabinet when you are drilling holes, causing short circuit on printed circuit
boards (PCBs).

2.2 Checking Installation Environment

AR routers must be used in indoor equipment rooms. Before installing a router,
check whether the installation environment meets requirements. The router can
work normally only when the environment meets requirements.
Table 2-1 lists requirements for the installation environment.

Table 2-1 Requirements for the installation environment

Check Item Requirement

Heat dissipation Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the

router for heat dissipation.
CAUTION
The equipment heats during operation. The installation
site must be well ventilated to ensure normal operation of
the equipment.
● Do not install the equipment near a heat source,
for example, a stove or heater.
● The installation site must be well ventilated.
● Air vents of the equipment must not be blocked.

Temperature and ● Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C

humidity ● Operating relative humidity: 5% RH to 95% RH
(noncondensing)
NOTE
If the relative humidity exceeds 70%, use dehumidifiers or
air conditioners with dehumidification features.

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Check Item Requirement

Damp Proofing The equipment must operate in an environment free

from water and moisture.
CAUTION
Water or moisture may damage circuits of the equipment.
● When the equipment is installed indoors, the
router must be installed in a clean, dry, well
ventilated site where temperature is controlled
within a proper range.
● The installation site must be free from leaking or
dripping water, heavy dew, and humidity. If the
relative humidity is high, use dehumidifiers or air
conditioners with dehumidification features.
● Do not install the equipment downstream or
near a water source such as a sink or laundry
room, or in an area with a high humidity.
● Do not touch the equipment with wet hands.

ESD ● The router must be reliably grounded according

to grounding requirements.
● Wear an ESD wrist strap to prevent ESD damages
to the router.
● Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and
in a close contact with your wrist.

Corrosive gases There must be no acidic, alkaline, or other corrosive

gases in the installation site.

Surge protection ● Signal cables must be routed against walls

indoors. Do not deploy signal cables overhead
outdoors.
● Keep signal cables away from power cables and
surge protection devices.

Electromagnetic radiation Comply with 10.1.7 Electromagnetism

Requirements for the Equipment Room.

2.3 Checking the Cabinet

Before installing a router, check whether the cabinet meets requirements
according to Table 2-2.

Table 2-2 Cabinet requirements

Check Item Requirement

Width 19-inch standard cabinet

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Check Item Requirement

Installation space There must be at least 3 U of vertical space in the

cabinet, and the depth of the cabinet must be at least
600 mm.

Grounding There is reliable ground point on the cabinet to connect

the router to ground.

Heat dissipation ● Sufficient space must be reserved around the cabinet.

● If a router is placed in a closed cabinet, the cabinet
must have air vents to ensure good ventilation.

Guide rail The cabinet must be equipped with L-shaped guide rails
in the following conditions:
● An AR2220, AR2240, AR2240C, AR3260, or AR3670
router needs to be installed in the cabinet.
● The distance between the front and rear mounting
rails does not meet the requirement for router
installation.

2.4 Checking the Power Supply System

Table 2-3 lists power supply requirements of different router models.

Table 2-3 Power supply requirements

Check Item Requirement

Preparation Ensure that the external power supply

system is ready before the installation.

Voltage The operating voltage of the router

must be within the normal range. For
the operating voltage range of a
router, see the Hardware Description
of the product.

Power outlets and power cables ● If the external power supply system
provides country-specific power
outlets, use AC power cables
comply with the local standards.
● If a DC power distribution box is
used, use DC power cables.
● Each router has its own power
cables delivered as accessories. The
power cables can only be used on
the router in the same package and
cannot be used on any other device.

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2.5 Preparing Installation Tools

Table 2-4 lists installation tools to be prepared before router installation.

Table 2-4 Installation tools

Tool Function Picture

Measuring Measures distances.

tape

ESD wrist Prevents ESD

strap damages when you
touch or operate
the device or
components.

Utility Cuts cartons or

knife paper.

Flat-head Tightens or loosens

screwdrive slotted screws.
r

Phillips Tightens or loosens

screwdrive cross recessed
r screws.

Marker Draws lines and

marks labels.

Diagonal Cut insulation

pliers tubes and cable
ties.

Multimete Tests cabinet

r insulation, cable
connectivity, and
device electrical
performance
indicators including
voltage, current,
and resistance.

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Tool Function Picture

Claw Used to knock or

hammer shape a workpiece,
or extract a nail.

Hammer Drills installation

drill holes on a wall.

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3 Unpacking the Router

Context
NOTE

● Before opening the package, check whether the seal label or package is damaged. If
there are signs of damage, stop unpacking and contact the supplier. If all packages are
intact and the number of packages is correct, unpack the packages to check the
equipment and components.
● Cartons of routers vary according to router dimensions, but the same unpacking method
is used. The following figures illustrate the procedure for unpacking a 300.0 mm x 216.4
mm x 44.0 mm (11.81 in. x 8.52 in. x 1.73 in.) router.
● Do not unpack the router until you are ready to begin installation. Moving an
unpacked router over a long distance may cause damages to the router.
● If the router is found eroded or damped, stop unpacking, check for the reason,
and contact the supplier.
● Wear gloves or take other protection measures to prevent hand injuries when
unpacking a carton.
● Keep the cartons safe for future transportation of the routers.

Tools
● Protective gloves
● Utility knife

Procedure
Step 1 Check the label on the carton to confirm whether the router model is correct and
learn about precautions to take.

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Step 2 Use a utility knife to cut the adhesive tape around the cover of the carton.

Step 3 Open the carton and take out the installation accessory package and the Quick
Start Guide package.

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NOTE

The Quick Start Guide manual may be included in the installation accessory package or
packaged independently.

Step 4 Take the router out of the carton and remove the foam packing materials.

Step 5 Take the router out of the ESD bag and check router surfaces and the warranty
seal on the router. If the warranty seal is damaged, stop unpacking and contact
the supplier. Huawei is unable to provide warranty services if the warranty seal is
damaged or removed.

Step 6 Check whether the nameplate on the router is consistent with the label on the
carton. The nameplate is attached to the bottom of the router.

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Follow-up Procedure
Save the installation accessory package for later use. The installation accessory
package contains the following items: ground cable, screws, rubber pads, Quick
Start Guide manual, and warranty card.

NOTE

The type and quantity of items in an installation accessory package vary depending on the
product model.

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4 Installing AR100/AR120/AR150/AR160/
AR200

4.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router on a Desk

4.2 Scenario 2: Mounting a Router on a Wall
4.3 Scenario 3: Installing a Router in a Cabinet
4.4 (Optional) Installing Antennas
4.5 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply
4.6 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk
4.7 Connecting the Router
4.8 Powering On and Off the Router

4.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router on a Desk

Context

NOTICE

● Ensure that the desk is flat and properly grounded.

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.
● Do not place other objects on the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Rubber pads (four)

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Procedure
Step 1 Attach four rubber pads in the imprinted round areas marked plus (+) signs at the
bottom of the router.

Step 2 Gently place the router on the desk.

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4.2 Scenario 2: Mounting a Router on a Wall

Context

DANGER

Before drilling holes on a wall, make sure that no power cable is routed in the
wall. Otherwise, power cables in the wall may cause personal injury.

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NOTICE

● The interface side of a wall-mounted router must face down to protect

interfaces from water.
● Screws must be installed solid in the wall; otherwise, the wall-mounted router
may fall down after cables are connected.
● Ensure that there are no flammable or explosive materials near the router and
no obstructions within 100 mm around the router.
● Install the router at an appropriate height to ensure that the indicators can be
observed easily.

Tools and Accessories

● Measuring tape
● Marker
● Hammer drill
● Claw hammer
● Phillips screwdriver
● Wall anchors and mounting screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a measuring tape to determine positions of two mounting holes, keep the two
positions aligned, and mark the positions with a marker.
NOTE

● The distance between two installation holes of the AR100 series, AR129CGVW-L,
AR129CVW, AR129CV, AR169CVW-4B4S or AR169CVW router is 120 mm.
● The distance between two installation holes of the AR161EW, AR161EW-M1, AR169EW
or AR169EGW-L router is 185 mm.

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Step 2 Drill holes and install mounting screws.

1. Choose an appropriate drill bit according to the diameter of the mounting
screws. The diameter of the mounting screws cannot exceed 4 mm.
2. Hammer the hollow wall anchors into the mounting holes.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw the mounting screws into the wall anchors.
Leave the screws protruding 2 mm from the wall.

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Step 3 Align the mounting holes on the rear of the router with mounting screws and
hang the router on the mounting screws.

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4.3 Scenario 3: Installing a Router in a Cabinet

Context

NOTICE

● It is not recommended to install a Wi-Fi-capable router in a cabinet.

● The AR100 Series, AR129CGVW-L, AR129CVW, AR129CV, AR169CVW-4B4S or
AR169CVW router cannot be installed in a cabinet.
● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.
● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

● The cabinet is well fixed.

● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.

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● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts
● Mounting brackets
● M4 screws
● M6 screws
NOTE

The mounting brackets, floating nuts, M4 screws, and M6 screws are not included in the
installation accessory package and need to be purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

The mounting brackets can be installed on both sides close to the front panel or rear panel.

Step 2 Install two floating nuts on each front mounting rail. Leave a mounting hole
between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.
NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

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Step 3 Install the router into the cabinet.

1. Use the Phillips screwdriver to install M6 screws on the two lower floating
nuts, and leave 2 mm of the screws out of the floating nuts.
2. Move the router into the cabinet with one hand supporting bottom of the
router, and hook the mounting bracket on the M6 screws.
3. Use the Phillips screwdriver to tighten the lower M6 screws and then the
upper M6 screws.

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4.4 (Optional) Installing Antennas

Context
Table 4-1 lists the routers that support antennas.

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Table 4-1 Routers supporting antennas

Model Antenna Type

AR151G-HSPA+7 3G whip antenna

AR151G-C
AR157G-HSPA+7
AR207G-HSPA+7
AR161G-U

AR161G-L ● AR161G-L, AR161G-Lc, AR161FG-L,

AR161G-Lc AR161FG-Lc, AR129CGVW-L,
AR109GW-L: LTE whip antenna
AR161FG-L
● AR161FGW-L, AR161FGW-Lc: LTE
AR161FG-Lc whip antenna and Wi-Fi antenna
AR161FGW-L ● AR169FGVW-L, AR169EGW-L: LTE
AR161FGW-Lc whip antenna and Wi-Fi antenna
AR169FGVW-L ● AR161FW-P-M5: Wi-Fi antenna,
AR161FW-P-M5 bluetooth antenna, and zigbee
antenna
AR169-P-M9
● AR169-P-M9: bluetooth antenna
AR169W-P-M9
● AR169W-P-M9: Wi-Fi antenna, and
AR169RW-P-M9 bluetooth antenna
AR161FGW-La ● AR169RW-P-M9: Wi-Fi antenna,
AR129CGVW-L bluetooth antenna, and zigbee
AR129CVW antenna
AR109GW-L ● AR161FGW-La: LTE whip antenna
and Wi-Fi antenna
AR169CVW-4B4S
● AR129CVW, AR161EW, AR161EW-
AR169CVW
M1, AR169EW, AR169CVW-4B4S,
AR169EGW-L AR169CVW, AR169JFVW-4B4S,
AR169EW AR169JFVW-2S: Wi-Fi antenna
AR161EW
AR161EW-M1
AR169JFVW-4B4S
AR169JFVW-2S

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Model Antenna Type

AR151W-P Wi-Fi whip antenna

AR156W
AR157W
AR157VW
AR158EVW
AR169FVW
AR201VW-P
AR207VW
AR121W
AR161W
AR129W
AR169W

Tools and Accessories

● 3G whip antenna
● LTE Whip Antenna
● Wi-Fi whip antenna
● Wi-Fi rod antenna
● Bluetooth antenna
● Zigbee antenna
● 3G remote antenna
● LTE remote antenna
NOTE

● 3G remote antennas are not included in the installation accessory package and need to
be purchased separately.
● LTE remote antennas are not included in the installation accessory package and need to
be purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the antennas to the SMA connectors on the rear panel of the router.

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NOTE

The procedures and methods for installing different whip antennas on a router are the
same. A Wi-Fi whip antenna is used as an example here.

Step 2 Adjust positions of the antennas to obtain the optimal wireless transmission and
receiving performance.
● 3G/LTE whip antenna placement
– If the router is placed on a desk, make the primary antenna vertical to
the desk and secondary antenna parallel to the desk.

– If the router is mounted on a wall, make the primary antenna parallel to

the wall and secondary antenna vertical to the wall.

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– If the router is installed in a cabinet, a 3G remote antenna is

recommended. Install the 3G remote antenna to the 3G MAIN interface
of the router.
NOTE

It is recommended that you place the 3G remote antenna on the top of the
cabinet, vertical to the ground.

● Wi-Fi antenna placement

– If the router is placed on a desk, make the Wi-Fi antennas vertical to the
desk.

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– If the router is mounted on a wall, make the Wi-Fi antennas parallel with
the wall.

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4.5 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply

Context
If one the following routers needs to supply power to powered devices (PDs) such
as IP phones, WLAN APs, and IP cameras, as shown in Figure 4-1, connect a PoE
power supply to the router.

● AR151W-P, AR201VW-P, AR207V-P, AR161FW-P-M5, AR169-P-M9, AR169W-P-

M9 or AR169RW-P-M9

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Figure 4-1 PoE power supply

NOTE

● LAN interfaces FE0 to FE3 of the AR151W-P router support PoE power supply.
● LAN interfaces FE0 to FE6 of the AR201VW-P and AR207V-P routers support PoE power
supply.
● LAN interfaces GE0 to GE3 of the AR161FW-P-M5, AR169-P-M9, AR169W-P-M9, and
AR169RW-P-M9 routers support PoE power supply.
● The methods for connecting a PoE power supply to different AR routers are the same.
An AR151W-P router is used as an example here.

Tools and Accessories

● PoE power supply
NOTE

The PoE power supply is not included in the installation accessory package and needs to be
purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Connect one end of the PoE power supply to the PoE power jack of the router and
the other end to an AC power outlet.

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4.6 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk

Context
Only the AR169W-P-M9, AR169RW-P-M9, and AR161EW-M1 can have a hard disk
installed.

NOTE

The procedures and methods for installing hard disks in different routers are the same. An
AR169W-P-M9 router is used as an example here.

Tools and Accessories

● Hard disk
● Hard disk holder
● M3 screws
● Phillips screwdriver
NOTE

The hard disk is not included in the installation accessory package and needs to be
purchased separately.
The hard disk holder in the installation accessory package delivered with the router are
reserved. The current version does not support the installation of hard disks that are
purchased by customers.

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Procedure
Step 1 Hold down the release button on the left side of the filler panel and pull out the
filler panel.

Step 2 Take out the hard disk holder from the accessory package, and use a Phillips
screwdriver to fix the hard disk in the holder with M3 screws.
NOTE

The tightening torque for the M3 screws should be 3.5±0.5 kgf cm. Excessive tightening
torque will distort or damage the hard disk holder.

Step 3 Open the locking latch of the hard disk holder and insert the hard disk into the
router.

Step 4 Close the locking latch to lock the hard disk in the router.

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4.7 Connecting the Router

4.7.1 Connecting the Ground Cable

Context

NOTICE

● The ground cable of a router must be correctly connected to protect the router
against lightning and interference.
● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● ESD wrist strap
● Multimeter
● Ground cable
● M6 screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 2 Connect the ground cable.
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the M4 screw from the ground point on
the rear panel of the router. Keep the M4 screw in an appropriate place for
later use.
2. Align the M4 lug of the ground cable with the tapped hole on the ground
point, and then secure the ground cable with the M4 screw, Tighten the M4
screw with a torque of 1.4 N·m.
3. Connect the M6 lug of the ground cable to a ground point on the desk, wall,
or cabinet where the router is installed, Tighten the M6 screw with a torque
of 4.8 N·m.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the ground cable:

● Check that the ground cable is securely connected to the ground points.
● Use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the ground points at
two ends of the ground cable. The resistance must be smaller than 5 ohm.

4.7.2 Connecting the Console Cable

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Console cable
NOTE

The console cable is not included in the installation accessory package and needs to be
purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the console cable.
1. Connect the RJ45 connector of the console cable to the CON/AUX interface
(RJ45) of the router.

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2. Connect the DB9 connector of the console cable to the serial interface (COM)
of a management PC.

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Follow-up Procedure
After the console cable is connected, you need to configure terminal emulation
software on the management PC to log in to the command configuration
interface of the router.

NOTE

For details about how to use specific terminal emulation software, see the related software
user guide or online help.
For details about how to log in to the device through the console port for the first time, see
Basic Configuration Guide > First Login to a Device > Logging In to a Device > Logging
In to a Device for the First Time Through a Console Port in the "CLI-based
Configuration".

4.7.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables

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Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Diagonal pliers
● Cable ties
● Marker
● Network cables (separately purchased)
● Network cable labels

Procedure
Step 1 Select Ethernet cables of appropriate quantity and lengths according to the
number of ports and measured cabling distances.

Step 2 Attach temporary labels to both ends of each Ethernet cable and write numbers
on the labels to identify the Ethernet cables. For details, see 12.3 Engineering
Labels for Network Cables.

Step 3 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet interface of the router and
the other end to an Ethernet interface of the remote device.

Step 4 Arrange the Ethernet cables to make them parallel, and then bundle them with
cable ties. Use diagonal pliers to cut off redundant cable ties.

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Step 5 Remove the temporary labels from the Ethernet cables, and then attach formal
labels 2 cm away from the connectors at both ends.

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Follow-up Procedure
Check the following items after connecting Ethernet cables:

● Labels are correctly filled and securely attached to cables, with texts facing
the same direction.
● Cables and connectors are complete, intact, and tightly connected.

4.7.4 Connecting the Power Adapter

Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting the power cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The AC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Power adapter
● AC Power Cable
● AC terminal locking latch

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.

Step 2 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 3 Connect the power adapter.

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NOTE

The router does not have a power switch, and its power supply is controlled by the power
switch of the external power supply system.
1. Connect one end of the power adapter to the power socket on the router.
2. Connect the other end of the power adapter to an AC power outlet.

Step 4 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack on the rear panel of the
router.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the power adapter:
● Verify that power adapter is securely connected to the power jack.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

4.8 Powering On and Off the Router

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Context
Before you power on the router, check and ensure the following:

● The power adapter is correctly connected.

● The input voltage is in the range of 90 V AC to 264 V AC.

Procedure
● Power on the router.

Turn on the power switch of the power supply system to start the router.

After the router starts, check indicators on the front panel to check whether
the router runs normally. Figure 4-2 describes the indicator states when the
router is running normally.

Figure 4-2 Normal indicator states on the router

Indicator Description

PWR Steady green: The system power

supply is normal.

SYS Slow blinking green: The system is

running properly.

● Power off the router.

NOTICE

Powering off the router will interrupt all the services on the router. Exercise
caution when you perform this operation.

Turn off the power switch of the power supply system.

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Follow-up Procedure
After the router starts, you can log in to its CLI to configure, manage, and
maintain the router. For details, see the CLI-based Configuration.

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5 Installing AR2201-48FE/AR2202-48FE
Routers

5.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet

5.2 Installing an RPS150 Power Supply
5.3 Connecting the Router
5.4 Powering On and Off the Router

5.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet

Context

NOTICE

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.

● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

● The cabinet is well fixed.

● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.
● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.

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Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts (four, separately purchased)
● Mounting brackets
● M4 screws (used to fix mounting brackets on both sides of the router. The
number of mounting mounting brackets depends on the router model.)
● M6 screws (four, separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

The mounting brackets can be installed on both sides close to the front panel or rear panel.

Step 2 Install two floating nuts on each front mounting rail. Leave a mounting hole
between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.
NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

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Step 3 Move the router into the cabinet. Support the bottom of the router with one hand
and tighten the M6 screws on the mounting brackets with the other hand. Tighten
the lower screws first, and then the upper screws.

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5.2 Installing an RPS150 Power Supply

Context
An RPS150 is a redundant power supply system that provides power redundancy
for the connected routers to ensure uninterrupted services. When the internal
power module of a router fails, the RPS150 can detect the power failure and
supply power to the router immediately. The router can continue running without
a restart, which improves system reliability.
An RPS150 can provide power redundancy for a router to ensure uninterrupted
services.
● If the RPS150 and router are connected to the same external power supply
system, the RPS150 can prevent service interruption caused by failures of the
router's internal power module.
● If the RPS150 and router are connected to different external power supply
systems, the RPS150 can prevent service interruption caused by failure of the
router's internal power module and external power supply system. Therefore,
this deployment is more reliable.

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

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NOTICE

● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be
used on any other device.
● RPS cables are not hot swappable.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts
● Mounting brackets
● M4 screws
● M6 screws
● RPS cable
● RPS AC power cable

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the front mounting brackets at both sides of the
RPS150 with M4 screws.

Step 3 Install floating nuts.

Install two floating nuts on each front mounting rail. Leave a mounting hole
between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.

NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

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Step 4 Move the RPS150 into the cabinet. Support the bottom of the RPS150 with one
hand and tighten the M6 screws on the mounting brackets with the other hand.
Tighten the lower screws first, and then the upper screws.

Step 5 Connect the RPS cable.

1. Put the TOP side of the RPS cable plugs upwards. Connect one end of the RPS
cable to the RPS input interface on the router, and connect the other end to
the RPS output interface on the RPS150.
2. Tighten the captive screws at two sides of the RPS cable plugs clockwise.

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Step 6 Connect the RPS AC power cable.

Connect one end of the RPS AC power cable to the power jack of the RPS150 and
the other end to an AC power outlet. Connect the RPS AC power cable to the
same power supply system as the router or a different power supply system,
depending on the reliability requirement.

Figure 5-1 Same external power supply system for the RPS150 and router

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Figure 5-2 Different external power supply systems for the RPS150 and router

Step 7 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack on the rear panel of the
router.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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5.3 Connecting the Router

5.3.1 Connecting the Ground Cable

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Context

NOTICE

● The ground cable of a router must be correctly connected to protect the router
against lightning and interference.
● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Multimeter
● ESD wrist strap
● Ground cable
● M6 screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Connect the ground cable.

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the M4 screw from the ground point on
the rear panel of the router. Keep the M4 screw in an appropriate place for
later use.
2. Align the M4 lug of the ground cable with the tapped hole on the ground
point, and then secure the ground cable with the M4 screw, Tighten the M4
screw with a torque of 1.4 N·m.
3. Connect the M6 lug of the ground cable to a ground point on the cabinet,
Tighten the M6 screw with a torque of 4.8 N·m.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the ground cable:
● Check that the ground cable is securely connected to the ground points.
● Use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the ground points at
two ends of the ground cable. The resistance must be smaller than 5 ohm.

5.3.2 Connecting the Console Cable

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Console cable

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the console cable.
1. Connect the RJ45 connector of the console cable to the CON/AUX interface
(RJ45) of the router.
2. Connect the DB9 connector of the console cable to the serial interface (COM)
of a management PC.

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Follow-up Procedure
After the console cable is connected, you need to configure terminal emulation
software on the management PC to log in to the command configuration
interface of the router.

NOTE

For details about how to use specific terminal emulation software, see the related software
user guide or online help.
For details about how to log in to the device through the console port for the first time, see
Basic Configuration Guide > First Login to a Device > Logging In to a Device > Logging
In to a Device for the First Time Through a Console Port in the "CLI-based
Configuration".

5.3.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Diagonal pliers

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● Cable ties
● Marker
● Network cables (separately purchased)
● Network cable labels

Procedure
Step 1 Select Ethernet cables of appropriate quantity and lengths according to the
number of ports and measured cabling distances.
Step 2 Attach temporary labels to both ends of each Ethernet cable and write numbers
on the labels to identify the Ethernet cables. For details, see 12.3 Engineering
Labels for Network Cables.
Step 3 Lead the Ethernet cables into the cabinet from the top cable inlet (for overhead
cabling) or bottom cable inlet (for on-ground cabling), and route the cables from
one side of the cabinet.
Step 4 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet interface of the router and
the other end to an Ethernet interface of the remote device.

Step 5 Arrange the Ethernet cables to make them parallel, and then bundle them with
cable ties. Use diagonal pliers to cut off redundant cable ties.
Step 6 Remove the temporary labels from the Ethernet cables, and then attach formal
labels 2 cm away from the connectors at both ends.

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Follow-up Procedure
Check the following items after connecting Ethernet cables:

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● Labels are correctly filled and securely attached to cables, with texts facing
the same direction.
● Cables and connectors are complete, intact, and tightly connected.

5.3.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers

Context

CAUTION

Invisible laser beams will cause eye damage. Do not look into bores of optical
modules or connectors of optical fibers without eye protection.

NOTICE

● A router must use Huawei-certified optical modules. Non-Huawei-certified

optical modules cannot ensure transmission reliability and may affect service
stability. Huawei is not responsible for any problem caused by the use of non-
Huawei-certified optical modules and will not fix such problems.
● Do not over bend optical fibers. The bend radius of an optical fiber should be
no less than 40 mm.
● Do not bundle optical fibers too tight. Otherwise, optical fiber performance
may be degraded, affecting communications between devices.

Procedure
Step 1 Gently push an optical module into an optical interface until you hear a click.
NOTE

If the optical module cannot be completely inserted into the optical interface, do not force
it into the interface. Turn the optical module 180 degrees over and try again.

Step 2 Remove the dust plug from the optical module.

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NOTE

Place the dust plug in an appropriate place. After optical fibers are removed from the
optical module, cover the optical module with the dust plug to protect it from dust.

Step 3 Before connecting optical fibers, attach temporary labels on both ends of each
optical fiber to identify them. For details on how to make labels of optical fibers,
see 12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers.
Step 4 Remove the dust caps from the fiber connectors. Connect one end of the optical
fiber to the optical module and the other end to the remote device.
NOTE

Connect the receive and transmit ends of the fiber connector according to the identifiers on
receive and transmit bores of the optical module. Do not connect the two ends reversely.

Step 5 Arrange the optical fibers to make them parallel and bundle them with fiber
binding tape at an interval of 150 mm to 300 mm.
Step 6 Replace all the temporary labels with formal labels on the optical fibers.

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5.3.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable

Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

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NOTICE

● Do not power on a router before you finish connecting power cables and
network cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The AC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● AC Power Cable
● AC terminal locking latch

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.
Step 2 Set the power switch to OFF.
Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 4 Connect the AC power cable.
1. Connect one end of the AC power cable to the power socket on the router.
2. Connect the other end of the AC power cable to an AC power outlet.

Step 5 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

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1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack on the rear panel of the
router.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the AC power cable:

● Verify that the AC power cable is securely connected to the power socket on
the router.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

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5.4 Powering On and Off the Router

Context
Before you power on the router, check and ensure the following:

● The power adapter is correctly connected.

● The input voltage is in the range of 90 V AC to 264 V AC.

Procedure
● Power on the router.

Turn on the power switch of the power supply system, and then turn on the
power switch on the router to start the router.

After the router starts, check indicators on the front panel to check whether
the router runs normally. Figure 5-3 describes the indicator states when the
router is running normally.

Figure 5-3 Normal indicator states on the router

Indicator Description

PWR Steady green: The system power

supply is normal.

SYS Slow blinking green: The system is

running properly.

● Power off the router.

NOTICE

Powering off the router will interrupt all the services on the router. Exercise
caution when you perform this operation.

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Turn off the power switch on the router, and then turn off the power switch
of the power supply system.
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Follow-up Procedure
After the router starts, you can log in to its CLI to configure, manage, and
maintain the router. For details, see the CLI-based Configuration.

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6 Installing the AR1200 Series/AR2204/

AR2220E/AR2220/AR2204E Series Routers

6.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router in a Cabinet

6.2 Scenario 2: Installing a Router on a Desk (AR1200 Series)
6.3 Scenario 3: Mounting a Router on a Wall (AR1200 Series)
6.4 Installing Cards
6.5 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card
6.6 (Optional) Installing Antennas
6.7 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk
6.8 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply
6.9 (Optional) Installing an RPS150 Power Supply
6.10 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card and a Voice Daughter Card
6.11 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit
6.12 Connecting the Router
6.13 Powering On and Off the Router

6.1 Scenario 1: Installing a Router in a Cabinet

6.1.1 Using Mounting Brackets (AR1200 Series)

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Context

NOTICE

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.

● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

● The cabinet is well fixed.

● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.
● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts (four, separately purchased)
● Mounting brackets
● M4 screws (used to fix mounting brackets on both sides of the router. The
number of mounting mounting brackets depends on the router model.)
● M6 screws (four, separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

The mounting brackets can be installed on both sides close to the front panel or rear panel.

Step 2 Install two floating nuts on each front mounting rail. Leave a mounting hole
between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.

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NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

Step 3 Move the router into the cabinet. Support the bottom of the router with one hand
and tighten the M6 screws on the mounting brackets with the other hand. Tighten
the lower screws first, and then the upper screws.

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6.1.2 Using Mounting Brackets and Mounting Bracket Guide

Rails (AR2204/AR2220E/AR2204E series)

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Context

NOTICE

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.

● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

● The cabinet is well fixed.
● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.
● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts (four, separately purchased)
● Mounting brackets
● Mounting bracket guide rails
● M4 screws (used to fix mounting brackets on both sides of the router. The
number of mounting mounting brackets depends on the router model.)
● M6 screws (four, separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

The mounting brackets can be installed on both sides close to the front panel or rear panel.

Figure 6-1 Installing front mounting brackets

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Figure 6-2 Install rear mounting brackets

Step 2 Install two floating nuts on each of the front and rear mounting rails. Leave a
mounting hole between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.
NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● The floating nuts on the rear mounting rails must be aligned with the floating nuts on
the front mounting rails.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

Step 3 Fix the mounting bracket guide rails on the rear mounting rails.

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Step 4 Install the router into the cabinet.

1. Move the router into the cabinet, align the rear mounting brackets with the
guide rails, and gently push the router into the cabinet until the front
mounting brackets are completely attached to the front mounting rails.
2. Use M6 screws to fix the front mounting brackets on the cabinet.

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6.1.3 Using Mounting Brackets and L-Shaped Guide Rails

(AR2220)

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Context

NOTICE

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.

● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

● The cabinet is well fixed.
● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.
● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts (four, separately purchased)
● Mounting brackets
● L-shaped guide rails (separately purchased)
● M4 screws (used to fix mounting brackets on both sides of the router. The
number of mounting mounting brackets depends on the router model.)
● M5 screws (used to fix L-shaped guide rails on both sides of the cabinet. The
number of required L-shaped guide rails depends on the number of required
L-shaped guide rails.)
● M6 screws (four, separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

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Step 2 Mark the positions of L-shaped guide rails and floating nuts.

Step 3 Install the floating nuts and L-shaped guide rails.

1. Ensure that the floating nuts on the left and right are on the same horizontal
plane. Use a flat-head screwdriver to install four floating nuts in the marked
positions on the front mounting rails, two on left and two on right.
2. The bottom edges of the L-shaped guide rails must be in line with the bottom
edges of the marked mounting holes. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the L-
shaped guide rails in the marked positions with M5 screws.

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Step 4 Install the router into the cabinet.

1. Move the router into the cabinet, place the router on the L-shaped guide rails,
and gently push the router into the cabinet until the mounting brackets are
completely attached to the front mounting rails.
2. Use M6 screws to fix the mounting brackets on the cabinet.

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6.2 Scenario 2: Installing a Router on a Desk (AR1200

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Context

NOTICE

● Ensure that the desk is flat and properly grounded.

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.
● Do not place other objects on the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Rubber pads (four)

Procedure
Step 1 Attach four rubber pads in the imprinted round areas marked plus (+) signs at the
bottom of the router.

Step 2 Gently place the router on the desk.

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6.3 Scenario 3: Mounting a Router on a Wall (AR1200

Series)

Context

DANGER

Before drilling holes on a wall, make sure that no power cable is routed in the
wall. Otherwise, power cables in the wall may cause personal injury.

NOTICE

● The interface side of a wall-mounted router must face down to protect

interfaces from water.
● Screws must be installed solid in the wall; otherwise, the wall-mounted router
may fall down after cables are connected.
● Ensure that there are no flammable or explosive materials near the router and
no obstructions within 100 mm around the router.
● Install the router at an appropriate height to ensure that the indicators can be
observed easily.

Tools and Accessories

● Measuring tape
● Marker
● Hammer drill
● Claw hammer
● Phillips screwdriver
● Wall anchors and mounting screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a measuring tape to determine positions of two mounting holes, keep the two
positions aligned, and mark the positions with a marker.

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Step 2 Drill holes and install mounting screws.

1. Choose an appropriate drill bit according to the diameter of the mounting
screws. The diameter of the mounting screws cannot exceed 4 mm.
2. Hammer the hollow wall anchors into the mounting holes.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw the mounting screws into the wall anchors.
Leave the screws protruding 2 mm from the wall.

Step 3 Align the mounting holes on the rear of the router with mounting screws and
hang the router on the mounting screws.

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6.4 Installing Cards

Context
NOTE

● All cards are hot swappable.

● Vacant slots in the router must be covered with filler panels.
● When installing a card, slowly push it into the slot. If you feel resistance or find the card
inclined, pull the card out and push it into the slot again. Do not push the card with
force; otherwise, the connectors on the card and backplane may be damaged.
● A card can only be installed in a router that supports this card. For the specific cards
supported by different routers, see Cards in the Hardware Description.
● During installation of ADSL cards, if outdoor overhead routing is involved, configure a
protective unit on the distribution frame and properly ground the protective unit.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 2 Loosen the captive screw on the filler panel and remove the filler panel.
Step 3 Perform the following steps depending on whether slots are combined:
● When no slots are combined:

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NOTE

The methods for installing SIC and WSIC cards into SIC and WSIC slots are the same.
The following procedures install a SIC card into a SIC slot.

a. Rotate the ejector levers outward and slide the card into the slot
horizontally along the guide rails until the card panel is closely attached
to the router panel.
b. Rotate the ejector levers inward until the card is completely seated in the
slot, and then tighten the captive screws on both sides of the card.

● When slots are combined:

NOTE

Slots of a router can be combined into a larger slot. For example, two SIC slots can be
combined into a WSIC slot, and two SIC slots and the WSIC slot below them can be
combined into an XSIC slot. In this example, two SIC slots are combined into a WSIC
slot.

a. Loosen the captive screw on the guide rail between the two SIC slots.
b. Remove the guide rail to combine the two SIC slots into a WSIC slot.
c. Slide the WSIC card into the WSIC slot horizontally along the guide rails
until the card is completely seated in the slot. Rotate the ejector levers
inward to lock the card in the slot, and then tighten the captive screws on
both sides.

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6.5 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card

Context
This method applies to SIC cards with 3G/LTE functions. The methods for installing
the SIM card on a SIC card are the same. A 3G-HSPA+7 card is used as an
example.

NOTICE

● The Standard SIM card is supported. It is not recommended to use the card
cover to prevent poor SIM card contact.
● Hot-swap SIM card is not supported. After replugging the SIM card, you need
to restart the RF module or restart the device.

Table 6-1 describes the dimensions of a SIM card.

Table 6-1 Dimensions of a SIM Card

Model Dimensions

Standard SIM card

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Model Dimensions

Micro SIM card

Nano SIM card

Tools
● Phillips screwdriver
● ESD wrist strap
● SIM card (self-provided)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Loosen the screw on the SIM card holder.

Step 3 Slide the SIM card holder horizontally towards the direction specified by the OPEN
arrow and open the SIM card holder.

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Step 4 Insert a SIM card into the SIM card holder.

NOTE

When inserting a SIM card, keep the notch on the SIM card in the same direction as the
notch marked on the slot.

Step 5 Slide the SIM card holder towards the direction specified by the LOCK arrow, close
the SIM card holder, and tighten the screw.

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6.6 (Optional) Installing Antennas

Context
Only the following routers support antennas.
● AR1220W
● AR1220VW
● AR1220EVW

Tools and Accessories

● Wi-Fi antenna

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the Wi-Fi antennas to the SMA connectors on the rear panel of the
router.

Step 2 Adjust positions of the antennas to obtain the optimal wireless transmission and
receiving performance.
● If the router is placed on a desk, make the Wi-Fi antennas vertical to the
desk.

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● If the router is mounted on a wall, make the Wi-Fi antennas parallel with the
wall.

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6.7 (Optional) Installing a Hard Disk

Context
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NOTE

The procedures and methods for installing hard disks in different routers are the same. An
AR169W-P-M9 router is used as an example here.

Tools and Accessories

● Hard disk
● Hard disk holder
● M3 screws
● Phillips screwdriver
NOTE

The hard disk is not included in the installation accessory package and needs to be
purchased separately.
The hard disk holder in the installation accessory package delivered with the router are
reserved. The current version does not support the installation of hard disks that are
purchased by customers.

Procedure
Step 1 Hold down the release button on the left side of the filler panel and pull out the
filler panel.

Step 2 Take out the hard disk holder from the accessory package, and use a Phillips
screwdriver to fix the hard disk in the holder with M3 screws.
NOTE

The tightening torque for the M3 screws should be 3.5±0.5 kgf cm. Excessive tightening
torque will distort or damage the hard disk holder.

Step 3 Open the locking latch of the hard disk holder and insert the hard disk into the
router.

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Step 4 Close the locking latch to lock the hard disk in the router.

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6.8 (Optional) Installing a PoE Power Supply

Context
If one of the following routers needs to supply power to powered devices (PDs)
such as IP phones, WLAN APs, and IP cameras, as shown in Figure 6-3, connect a
PoE power supply to the router.
● AR1220V, AR1220W, AR1220VW, AR1220EV, AR1220EVW, AR2204-51GE-P, and
AR2204-27GE-P

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Figure 6-3 PoE power supply

NOTE

● LAN interfaces FE4 to FE7 of the AR1220V, AR1220W, and AR1220VW routers support
PoE power supply.
● LAN interfaces GE4 to GE7 of the AR1220EV and AR1220EVW support PoE power
supply.
● LAN interfaces GE3 to GE10 of the AR2204-51GE-P and AR2204-27GE-P support PoE
power supply.
● WAN interfaces GE10 to GE17 of the AR2204XE support PoE power supply.

Tools and Accessories

● PoE power supply
NOTE

The PoE power supply is not included in the installation accessory package and needs to be
purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Connect one end of the PoE power supply to the PoE power jack of the router and
the other end to an AC power outlet.

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6.9 (Optional) Installing an RPS150 Power Supply

Context
NOTE

The following routers can connect to an RPS150 power supply.

● AR2204
● AR2220L
● AR2220E

An RPS150 is a redundant power supply system that provides power redundancy

for the connected routers to ensure uninterrupted services. When the internal
power module of a router fails, the RPS150 can detect the power failure and
supply power to the router immediately. The router can continue running without
a restart, which improves system reliability.

An RPS150 can provide power redundancy for a router to ensure uninterrupted

services.

● If the RPS150 and router are connected to the same external power supply
system, the RPS150 can prevent service interruption caused by failures of the
router's internal power module.
● If the RPS150 and router are connected to different external power supply
systems, the RPS150 can prevent service interruption caused by failure of the
router's internal power module and external power supply system. Therefore,
this deployment is more reliable.

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DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

NOTICE

● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be
used on any other device.
● RPS cables are not hot swappable.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts
● Mounting brackets
● Screws
● RPS cable
● RPS AC power cable

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the front mounting brackets at both sides of the
RPS150 with M4 screws.

Step 3 Install floating nuts.

Install two floating nuts on each front mounting rail. Leave a mounting hole
between the two floating nuts on the same mounting rail.

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NOTE

● The length of three adjacent mounting holes may not be 1 U. Observe the scale ticks on
the mounting rails when installing floating nuts.
● You can use a flat-head screwdriver to install floating nuts.

Step 4 Support the bottom of the RPS150 with one hand and tighten the screws on the
mounting brackets with the other hand. Tighten the lower screws first, and then
the upper screws.

Step 5 Connect the RPS cable.

1. Put the TOP side of the RPS cable plugs upwards. Connect one end of the RPS
cable to the RPS input interface on the router, and connect the other end to
the RPS output interface on the RPS150.
2. Tighten the captive screws at two sides of the RPS cable plugs clockwise.

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Step 6 Connect the RPS AC power cable.

Connect one end of the RPS AC power cable to the power jack of the RPS150 and
the other end to an AC power outlet. Connect the RPS AC power cable to the
same power supply system as the router or a different power supply system,
depending on the reliability requirement.

Figure 6-4 Same external power supply system for the RPS150 and router

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Figure 6-5 Different external power supply systems for the RPS150 and router

Step 7 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack on the rear panel of the
router.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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6.10 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card and a Voice

Daughter Card

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Context
● When an AR2204 or AR2220E router needs to provide the voice service, install
a DSP card and a voice daughter card in the router.
● When an AR2220 router needs to provide the voice service, install a DSP card
in the router.

NOTICE

To install the DSP card and voice daughter card, first remove the chassis cover.
Opening the chassis for this purpose does not affect warranty of the router.

Tools
● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver
● Hex socket wrench
● Voice daughter card (optional part)
● DSP card (optional part)

Procedure
Step 1 Set the power switch to OFF.

Step 2 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 3 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws on the top cover and two sides of
the chassis and remove the chassis cover.

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Step 4 Install a DSP card.

Insert the DSP card in the DSP DIMM slot and close the locking latches.

Step 5 Install a voice daughter card.

1. Remove the four screws around the voice daughter card slot with the Phillips
screwdriver.
2. Take out the four studs delivered with the voice daughter card from the
package. Align the studs with the tapped holes around the daughter card slot
and use a hex socket wrench to tighten the studs.
3. Insert the voice daughter card into the slot until it is completely seated in the
slot.
4. Insert the four screws into the tapped holes and tighten the screws in the
studs to secure the voice daughter card in the slot.

Step 6 Install the chassis cover and tighten the screws on the chassis.

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Follow-up Procedure
Verify whether the voice daughter card is installed correctly.

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1. After completing the installation, start the router.

2. After the router starts, run the following commands:
<Huawei> system-view
Enter system view, return user view with Ctrl+Z.
[Huawei] diag
Now you enter a diagnostic command view for developer's testing, some commands may affect
operation by wrong use, please carefully use it with
HUAWEI engineer's direction.
[Huawei-diagnose] display card

3. If the following information is displayed, the voice daughter card is installed

correctly and working normally.
AR2204's Device status:
Slot Sub Type Online Power Register Alarm Primary
----------------------------------------
- 1 TDM-SWITCH Present PowerOn Registered Normal NA

Verify whether the DSP card is installed correctly.

1. After completing the installation, start the router.

2. After the router starts, run the following commands:
<Huawei> system-view
[Huawei] voice
[Huawei-voice] display voice dsp state 0/0

3. If the following information is displayed, the DSP card is installed correctly

and working normally.
Symbol:
0-idle $-G.711 busy A-All busy W-Wastage X-fault
@-IP loopback *-PCM loopback #-prohibited
Channel NO. DSP channel state
----------------------------------------------------------------------
0000-0049 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000
0050-0099 00000 00000 0000
Total:
64 DSP channel
64 idle, 0 G.711 Busy, 0 All Busy, 0 Wastage, 0 Fault,
0 IP loopback, 0 PCM loopback, 0 prohibited

6.11 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip

and a Protective Unit

Context
If unshielded network cables are used as E&M trunk cables and need to be lead
outdoors, install a cable management strip on the cabinet and install protective
units on the cable management strip.

Tools and Accessories

● Impact tool
● Diagonal pliers
● Phillips screwdriver
● Cable management strip holder
● Cable management strip
● Protective units

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● M6 screws
NOTE

The cable management strip holder, cable management strip, protective units, and M6
screws are not included in the installation accessory package delivered with a card and
need to be purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver and M6 screws to fix the cable management strip holder
onto mounting rails of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 6-6.

Figure 6-6 Installing the cable management strip holder onto the cabinet

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Step 2 Put the unshielded network cable connected to the local device through the cable
inlet at one side of the cable management strip holder, and put the unshielded
network cable connected to the remote device through the cable inlet at the other
side of the cable management strip holder. See Figure 6-7.

Figure 6-7 Connecting unshielded network cables

Step 3 Connect the unshielded network cables to a cable management strip.

NOTE

The following describes connection of one unshielded network cable. Connect all the
unshielded network cables in the same way.

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1. Use a pair of diagonal pliers to strip off about 15 cm of insulation coating of

the unshielded network cable.
2. Divide the four twisted pairs of the cable into eight wires and arrange them
orderly.
3. At the local device side, put each two wires through a pair of wire dividers at
the left side of the cable management strip and lead the wires into the wire
slots at the left side. At the remote device side, put each two wires through a
pair of wire dividers at the right side of the cable management strip and lead
the wires into the wire slots at the right side. See Figure 6-8

NOTICE

The two wires in the same wire slot on the cable management strip must be
the same color.

Figure 6-8 Connecting an unshielded network cable to a cable management

strip

4. Use an impact tool to push the wires into the wire slots. Press a wire with the
impact tool until you hear a click, as shown in Figure 6-9.

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Figure 6-9 Push wires using an impact tool

5. Install a protective unit on each wire slot with wires connected. Keep a
protective unit vertical with a wire slot (with the diode of the protective unit
facing the arrowhead on the wire slot), and insert the protective unit until it is
completely in the wire slot, as shown in Figure 6-10.

Figure 6-10 Installing protective units

6. Install the cable management strip onto the cable management strip holder,
making the end with a shorter hook face up and the end with longer hook
face down, as shown in Figure 6-11. Gently shake the cable management
strip. If the cable management strip is still fixed on the holder, it is installed
properly.

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Figure 6-11 Installing the cable management strip on the cable management
strip holder

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6.12 Connecting the Router

6.12.1 Connecting the Ground Cable

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Context

NOTICE

● The ground cable of a router must be correctly connected to protect the router
against lightning and interference.
● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Multimeter
● ESD wrist strap
● Ground cable
● M6 screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Connect the ground cable.

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the M4 screw from the ground point on
the rear panel of the router. Keep the M4 screw in an appropriate place for
later use.
2. Align the M4 lug of the ground cable with the tapped hole on the ground
point, and then secure the ground cable with the M4 screw, Tighten the M4
screw with a torque of 1.4 N·m.
3. Connect the M6 lug of the ground cable to a ground point on the cabinet,
Tighten the M6 screw with a torque of 4.8 N·m.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the ground cable:
● Check that the ground cable is securely connected to the ground points.
● Use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the ground points at
two ends of the ground cable. The resistance must be smaller than 5 ohm.

6.12.2 Connecting the Console Cable

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Console cable

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the console cable.
1. Connect the RJ45 connector of the console cable to the CON/AUX interface
(RJ45) of the router.
2. Connect the DB9 connector of the console cable to the serial interface (COM)
of a management PC.

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Follow-up Procedure
After the console cable is connected, you need to configure terminal emulation
software on the management PC to log in to the command configuration
interface of the router.

NOTE

For details about how to use specific terminal emulation software, see the related software
user guide or online help.
For details about how to log in to the device through the console port for the first time, see
Basic Configuration Guide > First Login to a Device > Logging In to a Device > Logging
In to a Device for the First Time Through a Console Port in the "CLI-based
Configuration".

6.12.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

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Tools and Accessories

● Diagonal pliers
● Cable ties
● Marker
● Network cables (separately purchased)
● Network cable labels

Procedure
Step 1 Select Ethernet cables of appropriate quantity and lengths according to the
number of ports and measured cabling distances.

Step 2 Attach temporary labels to both ends of each Ethernet cable and write numbers
on the labels to identify the Ethernet cables. For details, see 12.3 Engineering
Labels for Network Cables.

Step 3 Lead the Ethernet cables into the cabinet from the top cable inlet (for overhead
cabling) or bottom cable inlet (for on-ground cabling), and route the cables from
one side of the cabinet.

Step 4 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet interface of the router and
the other end to an Ethernet interface of the remote device.

Step 5 Arrange the Ethernet cables to make them parallel, and then bundle them with
cable ties. Use diagonal pliers to cut off redundant cable ties.

Step 6 Remove the temporary labels from the Ethernet cables, and then attach formal
labels 2 cm away from the connectors at both ends.

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Follow-up Procedure
Check the following items after connecting Ethernet cables:
● Labels are correctly filled and securely attached to cables, with texts facing
the same direction.
● Cables and connectors are complete, intact, and tightly connected.

6.12.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers

Context

CAUTION

Invisible laser beams will cause eye damage. Do not look into bores of optical
modules or connectors of optical fibers without eye protection.

NOTICE

● A router must use Huawei-certified optical modules. Non-Huawei-certified

optical modules cannot ensure transmission reliability and may affect service
stability. Huawei is not responsible for any problem caused by the use of non-
Huawei-certified optical modules and will not fix such problems.
● Do not over bend optical fibers. The bend radius of an optical fiber should be
no less than 40 mm.
● Do not bundle optical fibers too tight. Otherwise, optical fiber performance
may be degraded, affecting communications between devices.

Procedure
Step 1 Gently push an optical module into an optical interface until you hear a click.
NOTE

If the optical module cannot be completely inserted into the optical interface, do not force
it into the interface. Turn the optical module 180 degrees over and try again.

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Step 2 Remove the dust plug from the optical module.

NOTE

Place the dust plug in an appropriate place. After optical fibers are removed from the
optical module, cover the optical module with the dust plug to protect it from dust.

Step 3 Before connecting optical fibers, attach temporary labels on both ends of each
optical fiber to identify them. For details on how to make labels of optical fibers,
see 12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers.
Step 4 Remove the dust caps from the fiber connectors. Connect one end of the optical
fiber to the optical module and the other end to the remote device.
NOTE

Connect the receive and transmit ends of the fiber connector according to the identifiers on
receive and transmit bores of the optical module. Do not connect the two ends reversely.

Step 5 Arrange the optical fibers to make them parallel and bundle them with fiber
binding tape at an interval of 150 mm to 300 mm.
Step 6 Replace all the temporary labels with formal labels on the optical fibers.
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6.12.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable

Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

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NOTICE

● Do not power on a router before you finish connecting power cables and
network cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The AC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● AC Power Cable
● AC terminal locking latch

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.

Step 2 Set the power switch to OFF.

Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 4 Connect the AC power cable.

1. Connect one end of the AC power cable to the power socket on the router.
2. Connect the other end of the AC power cable to an AC power outlet.

Step 5 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack on the rear panel of the
router.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the AC power cable:
● Verify that the AC power cable is securely connected to the power socket on
the router.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

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6.12.6 Connecting DC Power Cables

Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

NOTICE

● Do not power on a router before you finish connecting power cables and
network cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The DC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver
● DC power cables

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.

Step 2 Set the power switch to OFF.

Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 4 Connect the DC power cables.

1. Connect one end of the DC power cables to the DC power module of the
router.
NOTE

The black cable is the -48 V return ground cable and must be connected to the
RTN(+) terminal. The blue cable is the -48 V power cable and must be connected to
the NEG(-) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the power cables to output terminals of the external
DC power supply system.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the DC power cables:
● Verify that DC power cables are securely connected to the power terminals.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

6.13 Powering On and Off the Router

Context
Before you power on the router, check and ensure the following:
● The power module is correctly connected.
● The input voltage is in the range of 90 V AC to 264 V AC.

Procedure
● Power on the router.
Turn on the power switch of the power supply system, and then turn on the
power switch on the router to start the router.
After the router starts, check indicators on the front panel to check whether
the router runs normally. Figure 6-12 describes the indicator states when the
router is running normally.

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Figure 6-12 Normal indicator states on the router

Indicator Description

SYS Slow blinking green: The system is

running properly.

● Power off the router.

NOTICE

Powering off the router will interrupt all the services on the router. Exercise
caution when you perform this operation.

Turn off the power switch on the router, and then turn off the power switch
of the power supply system.
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Follow-up Procedure
After the router starts, you can log in to its CLI to configure, manage, and
maintain the router. For details, see the CLI-based Configuration.

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7 Installing AR2240/AR2240C/AR3260/
AR3670 Routers

7.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet

7.2 Installing Cards
7.3 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card
7.4 Installing a Power Module
7.5 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card on the SRU
7.6 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit
7.7 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip and a Protective Unit
7.8 Connecting the Router
7.9 Powering On and Off the Router

7.1 Installing the Router into a Cabinet

Context

NOTICE

● Leave at least 50 mm of clearance around the router for heat dissipation.

● Seen from the front panel of the router, the airflow of the router is left to right.
● If multiple routers are installed in a cabinet, it is recommended that at least 1
U of space (1 U = 44.45 mm) be kept between two routers. These routers must
have the same airflow direction; otherwise, heat dissipation is affected by hot
air circulation.

Make sure the following before the installation:

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● The cabinet is well fixed.

● The router installation position in the cabinet is determined and arranged
properly.
● The router to be installed is available and located near the cabinet for
convenient movement.
NOTE

● The procedures and methods for installing AR2240 and AR2240C routers into a cabinet
are the same. The following procedure installs an AR2240 router into cabinet.
● The procedures and methods for installing AR3260 and AR3670 routers into a cabinet
are the same. The following procedure installs an AR3260 router into cabinet.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Flat-head screwdriver
● Floating nuts (four, separately purchased)
● Mounting brackets
● L-shaped guide rails (separately purchased)
● M4 screws (used to fix mounting brackets on both sides of the router. The
number of mounting mounting brackets depends on the router model.)
● M5 screws (used to fix L-shaped guide rails on both sides of the cabinet. The
number of required L-shaped guide rails depends on the number of required
L-shaped guide rails.)
● M6 screws (four, separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the mounting brackets to both sides of the router
with M4 screws.
NOTE

The mounting brackets can be installed on both sides close to the front panel or rear panel.
● Figure 7-1 shows installation of mounting brackets on an AR2240.
● Figure 7-2 shows installation of mounting brackets on an AR3260.

Figure 7-1 Installing mounting brackets on an AR2240

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Figure 7-2 Installing mounting brackets on an AR3260

Step 2 Mark the positions of L-shaped guide rails and floating nuts.
● An AR2240 router is 2 U high, which is the distance between six mounting
holes. Mark the mounting holes for L-shaped guide rails and floating nuts
with a marker.
● An AR3260 router is 3 U high, which is the distance between nine mounting
holes. Mark the mounting holes for L-shaped guide rails and floating nuts
with a marker.

Step 3 Install the floating nuts and L-shaped guide rails.

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NOTE

The methods for installing floating nuts and L-shaped guide rails for the routers are the
same, except that the installation positions of the floating nuts and L-shaped guide rails
differ. An AR2240 router is used as an example here to describe the installation procedure.
1. Use a flat-head screwdriver to install four floating nuts in the marked
positions on the front mounting rails, two on left and two on right. Ensure
that the floating nuts on the left and right are on the same horizontal plane.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fix the L-shaped guide rails in the marked
positions with M5 screws. The bottom edges of the L-shaped guide rails must
be in line with the bottom edges of the marked mounting holes.

Step 4 Install the router into the cabinet.

1. Move the router into the cabinet, place the router on the L-shaped guide rails,
and gently push the router into the cabinet until the mounting brackets are
completely attached to the front mounting rails.
2. Use M6 screws to fix the mounting brackets on the cabinet.

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Figure 7-3 Installing an AR2240 into a cabinet

Figure 7-4 Installing an AR3260AR3260-S into a cabinet

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7.2 Installing Cards

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Context

NOTICE

● All cards are hot swappable.

● Vacant slots in the router must be covered with filler panels.
● When installing a card, slowly push it into the slot. If you feel resistance or find
the card inclined, pull the card out and push it into the slot again. Do not push
the card with force; otherwise, the connectors on the card and backplane may
be damaged.
● A card can only be installed in a router that supports this card. For the specific
cards supported by different routers, see Cards in the Hardware Description.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 2 Loosen the captive screw on the filler panel and remove the filler panel.
Step 3 Perform the following steps depending on whether slots are combined:
● When no slots are combined:
NOTE

The methods for installing SIC, WSIC, and XSIC cards into SIC, WSIC, and XSIC slots are
the same. The following procedures install a SIC card into a SIC slot.

a. Rotate the ejector levers outward and slide the card into the slot
horizontally along the guide rails until the card panel is closely attached
to the router panel.
b. Rotate the ejector levers inward until the card is completely seated in the
slot, and then tighten the captive screws on both sides of the card.

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● When slots are combined:

NOTE

Slots of a router can be combined into a larger slot. For example, two SIC slots can be
combined into a WSIC slot, and two SIC slots and the WSIC slot below them can be
combined into an XSIC slot. In this example, two SIC slots are combined into a WSIC
slot.

a. Loosen the captive screw on the guide rail between the two SIC slots.
b. Remove the guide rail to combine the two SIC slots into a WSIC slot.
c. Slide the WSIC card into the WSIC slot horizontally along the guide rails
until the card is completely seated in the slot. Rotate the ejector levers
inward to lock the card in the slot, and then tighten the captive screws on
both sides.

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7.3 (Optional) Installing the SIM Card on a SIC Card

Context
This method applies to SIC cards with 3G/LTE functions. The methods for installing
the SIM card on a SIC card are the same. A 3G-HSPA+7 card is used as an
example.

NOTICE

● The Standard SIM card is supported. It is not recommended to use the card
cover to prevent poor SIM card contact.
● Hot-swap SIM card is not supported. After replugging the SIM card, you need
to restart the RF module or restart the device.

The following table describes the dimensions of a SIM card.

Table 7-1 Dimensions of a SIM Card

Model Dimensions

Standard SIM card

Micro SIM card

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Model Dimensions

Nano SIM card

Tools
● Phillips screwdriver
● ESD wrist strap
● SIM card (self-provided)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 2 Loosen the screw on the SIM card holder.

Step 3 Slide the SIM card holder horizontally towards the direction specified by the OPEN
arrow and open the SIM card holder.

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Step 4 Insert a SIM card into the SIM card holder.

NOTE

When inserting a SIM card, keep the notch on the SIM card in the same direction as the
notch marked on the slot.

Step 5 Slide the SIM card holder towards the direction specified by the LOCK arrow, close
the SIM card holder, and tighten the screw.

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7.4 Installing a Power Module

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Context
Each router is configured with one power module by default. When you purchase
another power module for a router, follow the instructions in this section to install
the power module.

NOTICE

● AC and DC power modules cannot be used together in the same router.

● A power module can be hot swapped.
● Vacant slots in the router must be covered with filler panels.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● Phillips screwdriver

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 Loosen the captive screw on the filler panel and remove the filler panel.

Step 3 Install a power module in the router.

1. Rotate the ejector levers on the power module outward and slide the power
module into the slot along the guide rails until the power module is
completely attached to the router panel.
2. Rotate the ejector levers inward to lock the power module in the slot.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the captive screws on the power module.

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7.5 (Optional) Installing a DSP Card on the SRU

Context
To enable a router configured with the SRU supported voice function to provide
the voice service, you need to install a DSP card on the SRU.

NOTE

● The methods for installing a DSP card on different SRUs are the same. The following
procedure installs a DSP card on the SRU40.
● In active/standby mode, you need to install DSP cards with the same specifications in
the same slot on the SRUs on both the active and standby nodes.

Tools
● ESD wrist strap
● DSP card (optional part)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.

Step 2 (Optional) If the SRU has been installed on the router, remove it.

Step 3 Install a DSP card.

Insert the DSP card in the DSP DIMM slot and close the locking latches.

Step 4 (Optional) Install the SRU on the router.

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Follow-up Procedure
Verify that the DSP card is installed correctly.

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1. After completing the installation, start the router.

2. After the router starts, run the following commands:
<Huawei> system-view
[Huawei] voice
[Huawei-voice] display voice dsp state 0/0

3. If the following information is displayed, the DSP card is installed correctly

and working normally.
Symbol:
0-idle $-G.711 busy A-All busy W-Wastage X-fault
@-IP loopback *-PCM loopback #-prohibited
Channel NO. DSP channel state
----------------------------------------------------------------------
0000-0049 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000
0050-0099 00000 00000 0000
Total:
64 DSP channel
64 idle, 0 G.711 Busy, 0 All Busy, 0 Wastage, 0 Fault,
0 IP loopback, 0 PCM loopback, 0 prohibited

7.6 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip

and a Protective Unit

Context
If unshielded network cables are used as E&M trunk cables and need to be lead
outdoors, install a cable management strip on the cabinet and install protective
units on the cable management strip.

Tools and Accessories

● Impact tool
● Diagonal pliers
● Phillips screwdriver
● Cable management strip holder
● Cable management strip
● Protective units
● M6 screws
NOTE

The cable management strip holder, cable management strip, protective units, and M6
screws are not included in the installation accessory package delivered with a card and
need to be purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver and M6 screws to fix the cable management strip holder
onto mounting rails of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 7-5.

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Figure 7-5 Installing the cable management strip holder onto the cabinet

Step 2 Put the unshielded network cable connected to the local device through the cable
inlet at one side of the cable management strip holder, and put the unshielded
network cable connected to the remote device through the cable inlet at the other
side of the cable management strip holder. See Figure 7-6.

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Figure 7-6 Connecting unshielded network cables

Step 3 Connect the unshielded network cables to a cable management strip.

NOTE

The following describes connection of one unshielded network cable. Connect all the
unshielded network cables in the same way.
1. Use a pair of diagonal pliers to strip off about 15 cm of insulation coating of
the unshielded network cable.
2. Divide the four twisted pairs of the cable into eight wires and arrange them
orderly.
3. At the local device side, put each two wires through a pair of wire dividers at
the left side of the cable management strip and lead the wires into the wire

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slots at the left side. At the remote device side, put each two wires through a
pair of wire dividers at the right side of the cable management strip and lead
the wires into the wire slots at the right side. See Figure 7-7

NOTICE

The two wires in the same wire slot on the cable management strip must be
the same color.

Figure 7-7 Connecting an unshielded network cable to a cable management

strip

4. Use an impact tool to push the wires into the wire slots. Press a wire with the
impact tool until you hear a click, as shown in Figure 7-8.

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Figure 7-8 Push wires using an impact tool

5. Install a protective unit on each wire slot with wires connected. Keep a
protective unit vertical with a wire slot (with the diode of the protective unit
facing the arrowhead on the wire slot), and insert the protective unit until it is
completely in the wire slot, as shown in Figure 7-9.

Figure 7-9 Installing protective units

6. Install the cable management strip onto the cable management strip holder,
making the end with a shorter hook face up and the end with longer hook
face down, as shown in Figure 7-10. Gently shake the cable management
strip. If the cable management strip is still fixed on the holder, it is installed
properly.

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Figure 7-10 Installing the cable management strip on the cable management
strip holder

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7.7 (Optional) Installing a Cable Management Strip

and a Protective Unit

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Context
If unshielded network cables are used as E&M trunk cables and need to be lead
outdoors, install a cable management strip on the cabinet and install protective
units on the cable management strip.

Tools and Accessories

● Impact tool
● Diagonal pliers
● Phillips screwdriver
● Cable management strip holder
● Cable management strip
● Protective units
● M6 screws
NOTE

The cable management strip holder, cable management strip, protective units, and M6
screws are not included in the installation accessory package delivered with a card and
need to be purchased separately.

Procedure
Step 1 Use a Phillips screwdriver and M6 screws to fix the cable management strip holder
onto mounting rails of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 7-11.

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Figure 7-11 Installing the cable management strip holder onto the cabinet

Step 2 Put the unshielded network cable connected to the local device through the cable
inlet at one side of the cable management strip holder, and put the unshielded
network cable connected to the remote device through the cable inlet at the other
side of the cable management strip holder. See Figure 7-12.

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Figure 7-12 Connecting unshielded network cables

Step 3 Connect the unshielded network cables to a cable management strip.

NOTE

The following describes connection of one unshielded network cable. Connect all the
unshielded network cables in the same way.
1. Use a pair of diagonal pliers to strip off about 15 cm of insulation coating of
the unshielded network cable.
2. Divide the four twisted pairs of the cable into eight wires and arrange them
orderly.
3. At the local device side, put each two wires through a pair of wire dividers at
the left side of the cable management strip and lead the wires into the wire

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slots at the left side. At the remote device side, put each two wires through a
pair of wire dividers at the right side of the cable management strip and lead
the wires into the wire slots at the right side. See Figure 7-13

NOTICE

The two wires in the same wire slot on the cable management strip must be
the same color.

Figure 7-13 Connecting an unshielded network cable to a cable management

strip

4. Use an impact tool to push the wires into the wire slots. Press a wire with the
impact tool until you hear a click, as shown in Figure 7-14.

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Figure 7-14 Push wires using an impact tool

5. Install a protective unit on each wire slot with wires connected. Keep a
protective unit vertical with a wire slot (with the diode of the protective unit
facing the arrowhead on the wire slot), and insert the protective unit until it is
completely in the wire slot, as shown in Figure 7-15.

Figure 7-15 Installing protective units

6. Install the cable management strip onto the cable management strip holder,
making the end with a shorter hook face up and the end with longer hook
face down, as shown in Figure 7-16. Gently shake the cable management
strip. If the cable management strip is still fixed on the holder, it is installed
properly.

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Figure 7-16 Installing the cable management strip on the cable management
strip holder

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7.8 Connecting the Router

7.8.1 Connecting the Ground Cable

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Context

NOTICE

● The ground cable of a router must be correctly connected to protect the router
against lightning and interference.
● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

Tools and Accessories

● Phillips screwdriver
● Multimeter
● ESD wrist strap
● Ground cable
● M6 screws (separately purchased)

Procedure
Step 1 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 2 Connect the ground cable.
1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the M4 screw from the ground point on
the rear panel of the router. Keep the M4 screw in an appropriate place for
later use.
2. Align the M4 lug of the ground cable with the tapped hole on the ground
point, and then secure the ground cable with the M4 screw, Tighten the M4
screw with a torque of 1.4 N·m.
3. Connect the M6 lug of the ground cable to a ground point on the cabinet,
Tighten the M6 screw with a torque of 4.8 N·m.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the ground cable:
● Check that the ground cable is securely connected to the ground points.
● Use a multimeter to measure the resistance between the ground points at
two ends of the ground cable. The resistance must be smaller than 5 ohm.

7.8.2 Connecting the Console Cable

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

Tools and Accessories

● Console cable

Procedure
Step 1 Connect the console cable.
1. Connect the RJ45 connector of the console cable to the CON/AUX interface
(RJ45) of the router.
2. Connect the DB9 connector of the console cable to the serial interface (COM)
of a management PC.

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Follow-up Procedure
After the console cable is connected, you need to configure terminal emulation
software on the management PC to log in to the command configuration
interface of the router.

NOTE

For details about how to use specific terminal emulation software, see the related software
user guide or online help.
For details about how to log in to the device through the console port for the first time, see
Basic Configuration Guide > First Login to a Device > Logging In to a Device > Logging
In to a Device for the First Time Through a Console Port in the "CLI-based
Configuration".

7.8.3 Connecting Ethernet Cables

Context

NOTICE

● Do not power on the router before you finish connecting cables.

● Notice flags on interfaces when connecting cables. Incorrect cable connection
may damage interface modules or the router.

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Tools and Accessories

● Diagonal pliers
● Cable ties
● Marker
● Network cables (separately purchased)
● Network cable labels

Procedure
Step 1 Select Ethernet cables of appropriate quantity and lengths according to the
number of ports and measured cabling distances.
Step 2 Attach temporary labels to both ends of each Ethernet cable and write numbers
on the labels to identify the Ethernet cables. For details, see 12.3 Engineering
Labels for Network Cables.
Step 3 Lead the Ethernet cables into the cabinet from the top cable inlet (for overhead
cabling) or bottom cable inlet (for on-ground cabling), and route the cables from
one side of the cabinet.
Step 4 Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet interface of the router and
the other end to an Ethernet interface of the remote device.

Step 5 Arrange the Ethernet cables to make them parallel, and then bundle them with
cable ties. Use diagonal pliers to cut off redundant cable ties.
Step 6 Remove the temporary labels from the Ethernet cables, and then attach formal
labels 2 cm away from the connectors at both ends.
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Follow-up Procedure
Check the following items after connecting Ethernet cables:
● Labels are correctly filled and securely attached to cables, with texts facing
the same direction.
● Cables and connectors are complete, intact, and tightly connected.

7.8.4 Connecting Optical Modules and Optical Fibers

Context

CAUTION

Invisible laser beams will cause eye damage. Do not look into bores of optical
modules or connectors of optical fibers without eye protection.

NOTICE

● A router must use Huawei-certified optical modules. Non-Huawei-certified

optical modules cannot ensure transmission reliability and may affect service
stability. Huawei is not responsible for any problem caused by the use of non-
Huawei-certified optical modules and will not fix such problems.
● Do not over bend optical fibers. The bend radius of an optical fiber should be
no less than 40 mm.
● Do not bundle optical fibers too tight. Otherwise, optical fiber performance
may be degraded, affecting communications between devices.

Procedure
Step 1 Gently push an optical module into an optical interface until you hear a click.
NOTE

If the optical module cannot be completely inserted into the optical interface, do not force
it into the interface. Turn the optical module 180 degrees over and try again.

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Step 2 Remove the dust plug from the optical module.

NOTE

Place the dust plug in an appropriate place. After optical fibers are removed from the
optical module, cover the optical module with the dust plug to protect it from dust.

Step 3 Before connecting optical fibers, attach temporary labels on both ends of each
optical fiber to identify them. For details on how to make labels of optical fibers,
see 12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers.
Step 4 Remove the dust caps from the fiber connectors. Connect one end of the optical
fiber to the optical module and the other end to the remote device.
NOTE

Connect the receive and transmit ends of the fiber connector according to the identifiers on
receive and transmit bores of the optical module. Do not connect the two ends reversely.

Step 5 Arrange the optical fibers to make them parallel and bundle them with fiber
binding tape at an interval of 150 mm to 300 mm.
Step 6 Replace all the temporary labels with formal labels on the optical fibers.

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7.8.5 Connecting the AC Power Cable

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Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

NOTICE

● Do not power on a router before you finish connecting power cables and
network cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The AC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● AC Power Cable
● AC terminal locking latch

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.
Step 2 Set the power switch to OFF.
Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 4 Connect the AC power cable.
1. Connect the one end of the AC power cable to the power socket on the AC
power module.
2. Connect the other end of the AC power cable to an AC power outlet.

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Step 5 Connect the AC terminal locking latch.

1. Insert the AC terminal locking latch into the jack beside the power socket.
2. Adjust the AC terminal locking latch to a proper position.
3. Lock the AC power cable with the AC terminal locking latch.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the AC power cable:

● Verify that the AC power cable is securely connected to the power socket on
the router.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

7.8.6 Connecting DC Power Cables

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Context

DANGER

To avoid electric shock, do not connect power cables while the power is on.

NOTICE

● Do not power on a router before you finish connecting power cables and
network cables.
● Each router has its own power cables delivered as accessories. The power
cables can only be used on the router in the same package and cannot be used
on any other device.

NOTE

The DC power cable parameters vary in different countries or regions. The figures in this
section are for reference only and may differ from the cables delivered.

Tools and Accessories

● ESD wrist strap
● DC power cables
● Cord end terminal
● OT bare crimp terminal

Procedure
Step 1 Verify that the router is reliably grounded.
Step 2 Set the power switch to OFF.
Step 3 Wear an ESD wrist strap. Ensure that the ESD wrist strap is grounded and in a
close contact with your wrist.
Step 4 Install cord end terminals or OT bare crimp terminals on the DC power cables.
NOTE

The cord end terminals and OT bare crimp terminals are delivered in the installation
accessory package. When using a DC power module in the router, select the terminals as
required.
● If the DC power supply system for the router requires cord end terminals,
assemble the DC power cables by referring to Figure 7-17.

Figure 7-17 Installing a cord end terminal

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● If the DC power supply system for the router requires OT bare crimp
terminals, assemble the DC power cables by referring to Figure 7-18.

Figure 7-18 Installing an OT bare crimp terminal

Step 5 Connect the DC power cables.

1. Insert the one end of the DC power cables to the DC power terminals on the
DC power module.
2. Connect the other end of the power cables to output terminals of the external
DC power supply system.

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Follow-up Procedure
Perform the following operations after connecting the DC power cables:
● Verify that DC power cables are securely connected to the power terminals.
● If multiple routers are installed, attach labels to both ends of each power
cable and write numbers on the labels to identify them.

7.9 Powering On and Off the Router

Context
Before you power on the router, check and ensure the following:
● The power adapter is correctly connected.

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● The input voltage is in the range of 90 V AC to 264 V AC.

Procedure
● Power on the router.

Turn on the power switch of the power supply system, and then turn on the
power switch on the router to start the router.

After the router starts, check the STATUS indicator of the power module first.
If this indicator is in normal state, check the other indicators of the router.
Figure 7-19 describes the indicator states when the router is running
normally.

Figure 7-19 Normal indicator states on the router

Hardware Module Indicator Description

Power module STATUS Steady green: The output power

is within the allowed range.

MPU SYS Slow blinking green: The system

is running properly.

Fan module STATUS Slow blinking green: The fan

module is running properly.

● Power off the router.

NOTICE

● Powering off the router will interrupt all the services on the router. Exercise
caution when you perform this operation.
● Do not power off or restart the AR3670 router when it is performing read-
write operating on the SATA hard disk.

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Turn off the power switch on the router, and then turn off the power switch
of the power supply system.
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Follow-up Procedure
After the router starts, you can log in to its CLI to configure, manage, and
maintain the router. For details, see the CLI-based Configuration.

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8 Post-Installation Checks

Table 8-1 lists the post-installation items to be checked.

Table 8-1 Post-installation checklist

No. Check Item Method

1 The installation position of the router meets the Observe

requirement in the associated engineering design
document.

2 The surfaces of the router are clean and smooth, Observe

free from fingerprints, stains, and scratches.

3 Components are correctly installed in the cabinet. Observe

No component is loose or damaged.

4 All screws are correctly tightened. Observe

5 There are no objects on the chassis. Observe

6 There is at least 50 mm (2.0 in.) clearance at the Measure

left and right sides of the chassis for heat
dissipation.

7 Signal cables are not damaged or broken and Observe

have no splices.

8 Signal cable connectors are clean, intact, and Observe

correctly connected. Wires of each signal cable
are securely clamped in the connectors.

9 Each signal cable has labels attached at both Observe

ends, with clear text facing the same direction.

10 The power cables and ground cable are all Observe

copper wires, and are not spliced or damaged.

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No. Check Item Method

11 The power cables and ground cable are routed in Observe

compliance with the associated engineering
design document and meet the power
distribution requirements.

12 The power cables and ground cable are securely Observe

connected in compliance with regulations.
Ground cable lugs are protected with spring
washers on flat washers.

13 The power cables and ground cable are Observe

separated from the signal cables.

14 The power cables and ground cable are routed Observe

straightly and bundled neatly. Sufficient slack is
left at the bent part of the cables.

15 Optical fibers routed out of the cabinet are Observe

protected. For example, they are routed in a
corrugated pipe or trough.

16 The bend radius of optical fibers is 20 times Measure

larger than their diameter. Generally, the bend
radius is larger than 40 mm.

17 Optical fibers are bundled neatly using binding Observe

tape with suitable force.

18 No signal cables are routed near the heat vents Observe

on the cabinet.

19 Cables in the cabinet do not cross each other and Observe

cables outside the cabinet are bundled.

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9 Appendix A On-site Cable Assembly and

Installation

9.1 Cable Assembly Precautions

9.2 Assembling Power Cables
9.3 Assembling Ethernet Cables
9.4 Installing Cable Accessories
9.5 Replacing the Mold of the Crimping Tool

9.1 Cable Assembly Precautions

Checking the Appearance of Cables

● If the cable jacket or insulation is visibly dirty, clean it before assembly.
● If the jacket or insulation of a cable has visible damage, irreparable scuffing,
or other defects, do not use the cable.
● If the shield layer of a cable is damaged, do not use the cable.
● If the cable jacket or insulation cracks after the cable is bent or twisted,
discard this cable and check whether other cables have the same problem. If
other cables have the same problem, replace these cables.

Checking the Appearance of Connectors

● Do not use connectors with visible defects, damage, rust or scuffing.
● Do not use connectors if their shells or pins have exposed part or uneven
plating, or their pins are lost, broken, or bent.
● Do not use connectors that have dirt on their pins or in their jacks or if there
are conductors between pins or between pins and the shell.

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Precautions for Assembly

● Use dedicated tools or tools delivered by Huawei and follow the methods
given here during assembly.
● Hold terminals of cables instead of pulling the cables themselves when
installing or removing cable components.
● Take the following precautions when cutting or stripping cables:
– Make cables slightly longer than necessary.
– Coil cables longer than 2 m (6.56 ft) after cutting. Bind and fasten the
coils using bundling ropes. The inner diameters of the coils should be
larger than 20 times the outer diameters of the cables.
– When stripping the jackets of cables, avoid damaging the shield layers
(braid or aluminum foil), insulation, core conductors, and other jackets
that do not need to be stripped.
– After assembling cables, cut all visible cross sections of jackets to ensure
that the cross sections are arranged neatly.
– Do not touch the core conductors of cables with your hands. Terminate
exposed conductors in a timely way after stripping off insulation so that
the surface of the conductors does not become oxidized.
● Take the following precautions when crimping and connecting cables or
connectors:
– The terminals and conductors should be connected tightly after they are
crimped. They should not be moved or turned.
– Cut all the exposed copper wires.
– Try to avoid a second crimping of sleeves.
– Keep all the conductors clean and aligned.
NOTE

The connectors, cables, and tools provided by different vendors may be different. The
figures in this document are for your reference only.

9.2 Assembling Power Cables

9.2.1 Assembling the OT Terminal and Power Cable

Context
Figure 9-1 shows the components of an OT terminal and a power cable.

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Figure 9-1 Components of an OT terminal and a power cable

A. Heat-shrinkable B. Bare crimping C. Insulation D. Conductor

tubing terminal

Procedure
Step 1 Based on the cross-sectional area of the cable conductor, strip a length of
insulation coating C to expose the conductor D of length L1, as shown in Figure
9-2. The recommended values of L1 are listed in Table 9-1.

Figure 9-2 Stripping a power cable (OT terminal)

NOTICE

● When you strip a power cable, do not damage the conductor of the cable.
● If the bare crimping terminal is not provided by Huawei, the value of L1 is 1
mm (0.04 in.) to 2 mm (0.08 in.) greater than the value of L.

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Table 9-1 Mapping between the cross-sectional area of the conductor and the
value of L1

Cross- Value of L1 (mm Cross-Sectional Value of L1 (mm

Sectional (in.)) Area of Conductor (in.))
Area of (mm2 (in.2))
Conductor
(mm2 (in.2))

1 (0.002) 7 (0.28) 10 (0.015) 11 (0.43)

1.5 (0.002) 7 (0.28) 16 (0.025) 13 (0.51)

2.5 (0.004) 7 (0.28) 25 (0.039) 14 (0.55)

4 (0.006) 8 (0.31) 35 (0.054) 16 (0.63)

6 (0.009) 9 (0.35) 50 (0.077) 16 (0.63)

NOTE

If you are proficient in assembling OT terminals and power cables, you can obtain the value
of L1 by comparing the part to be crimped with the power cable.

Step 2 Put the heat-shrinkable (A) tubing onto the bare crimping terminal, as shown in
Figure 9-3.

Figure 9-3 Putting the heat shrink tubing onto the bare crimping terminal

Step 3 Put the OT terminal B onto the exposed conductor, and ensure that the OT
terminal is in good contact with the insulation coating C, as shown in Figure 9-3.

NOTICE

After the conductor is fed into the OT terminal, the protruding part of the
conductor, or L2 in Figure 9-3, must not be longer than 2 mm (0.08 in.).

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Step 4 Crimp the joint parts of the bare crimping terminal and the conductor, as shown in
Figure 9-4.
NOTE

The shapes of crimped parts may vary with the crimping dies.

Figure 9-4 Crimping the joint parts of the bare crimping terminal and the
conductor (OT terminal)

Step 5 Push the heat shrink tubing (A) toward the connector until the tube covers the
crimped part, and then use a heat gun to heat the tube, as shown in Figure 9-5.

Figure 9-5 Heating the heat shrink tubing (OT terminal)

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NOTICE

Stop heating the shrink tubing when the connector is securely locked in the shrink
tubing. Do not heat the shrink tubing too long as this may damage the insulation
coating.

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9.2.2 Assembling the JG Terminal and Power Cable

Context
Figure 9-6 shows the components of a JG terminal and a power cable.

Figure 9-6 Components of a JG terminal and a power cable

A. JG terminal B. Heat-shrinkable C. Insulation layer of a D. Conductor of a

tubing power cable power cable

Procedure
Step 1 Strip a part of the insulation to expose the cable conductor with a length of L, as
shown in Figure 9-7. The recommended values of L are listed in Table 9-2.

NOTICE

● When you strip a power cable, do not damage the conductor of the cable.
● If the bare crimping terminal is not provided by Huawei, you can adjust the
value of L as required.

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Figure 9-7 Stripping a power cable (JG terminal)

Table 9-2 Mapping between the cross-sectional area of the conductor and the
value of L
Cross-Sectional Area of Conductor Value of L (mm(in.))
(mm2(in.2))

16 (0.025) 13 (0.51)

25 (0.039) 14 (0.55)

35 (0.054) 16 (0.63)

50 (0.077) 16 (0.63)

Step 2 Put the heat shrink tubing onto the bare crimping terminal, as shown in Figure
9-8.

Figure 9-8 Putting the heat shrink tubing onto the bare crimping terminal

Step 3 Put the bare crimping terminal onto the exposed conductor, and ensure that the
bare crimping terminal is in good contact with the insulation of the power cable,
as shown in Figure 9-8.
Step 4 Crimp the joint parts of the bare crimping terminal and the conductor, as shown in
Figure 9-9.

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Figure 9-9 Crimping the joint parts of the bare crimping terminal and the
conductor (JG terminal)

Step 5 Push the heat shrink tubing toward the connector until the tube covers the
crimped part, and then use a heat gun to heat the tube, as shown in Figure 9-10.

Figure 9-10 Heating the heat shrink tubing (JG terminal)

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9.2.3 Assembling the Cord End Terminal and the Power Cable

Context
Figure 9-11 shows the components of a cord end terminal and a power cable.

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Figure 9-11 Components of a cord end terminal and a power cable

A. Cord end terminal B. Insulation layer of a power C. Conductor of a power cable

cable

Procedure
Step 1 Strip a part of the insulation to expose the cable conductor with a length of L1, as
shown in Figure 9-12. The recommended values of L1 are listed in Table 9-3.

NOTICE

When you strip a power cable, do not damage the conductor of the cable.

Figure 9-12 Stripping a power cable (cord end terminal)

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Table 9-3 Mapping between the cross-sectional area of the conductor and the
value of L1
Cross- Value of L1 Cross-Sectional Value of L1
Sectional (mm(in.)) Area of Conductor (mm(in.))
Area of (mm2(in.2))
Conductor
(mm2(in.2))

1 (0.002) 8 (0.31) 10 (0.015) 15 (0.59)

1.5 (0.002) 10 (0.39) 16 (0.025) 15 (0.59)

2.5 (0.004) 10 (0.39) 25 (0.039) 18 (0.71)

4 (0.006) 12 (0.47) 35 (0.054) 19 (0.75)

6 (0.009) 14 (0.55) 50 (0.077) 26 (1.02)

Step 2 Put the cord end terminal onto the conductor, and ensure that the conductor is
aligned with the edge of the cord end terminal, as shown in Figure 9-13.

NOTICE

After the conductor is fed into the cord end terminal, the protruding part of the
conductor must not be longer than 1 mm (0.04 in.).

Figure 9-13 Putting the cord end terminal onto the conductor

Step 3 Crimp the joint parts of the cord end terminal and the conductor, as shown in
Figure 9-14.

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Figure 9-14 Crimping the cord end terminal and the conductor

Step 4 Check the maximum width of the tubular crimped terminal. The maximum width
of a tubular crimped terminal is listed in Table 9-4.

Table 9-4 Maximum width of a tubular crimped terminal

Cross-Sectional Area of Tubular Maximum Width of Crimped

Terminal (mm2(in.2)) Terminal W1 (mm(in.))

0.25 (0.0004) 1 (0.04)

0.5 (0.0008) 1 (0.04)

1.0 (0.0015) 1.5 (0.06)

1.5 (0.0023) 1.5 (0.06)

2.5 (0.0039) 2.4 (0.09)

4 (0.006) 3.1 (0.12)

6 (0.009) 4 (0.16)

10 (0.015) 5.3 (0.21)

16 (0.025) 6 (0.24)

25 (0.039) 8.7 (0.34)

35 (0.054) 10 (0.39)

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9.3 Assembling Ethernet Cables

9.3.1 Assembling the Shielded RJ45 Connector and Ethernet

Cable

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Context
Figure 9-15 shows the components of an RJ45 connector and a shielded Ethernet
cable.

Figure 9-15 Shielded RJ45 connector and cable

A. Jacket of connector B. Metal shell of C. Wire holder of D. Plug of connector

connector connector

E. Jacket of Ethernet F. Shield layer of G. Twisted-pair wires -

cable Ethernet cable

Procedure
Step 1 Fit the jacket of the connector onto the Ethernet cable, as shown in Figure 9-16.

Figure 9-16 Fitting the jacket of the connector onto the Ethernet cable

Step 2 Remove a 30 mm (1.18 in.) long section of the jacket, cut off the nylon twine
inside the jacket, and cut a no more than 5 mm (0.20 in.) cleft in the jacket, as
shown in Figure 9-17.

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NOTICE

● When you remove a section of the jacket, do not damage the shield layer of
the twisted-pair cable.
● When you remove the shield layer, do not damage the insulation of the
twisted-pair cable.

Figure 9-17 Removing the jacket of a twisted-pair cable (unit: mm (in.))

Step 3 Fit the metal shell onto the twisted-pair cable. The shield layer is covered by the
metal shell, as shown in Figure 9-18.

Figure 9-18 Fitting the metal shell onto the twisted-pair cable

Step 4 Fit the metal shell onto the twisted-pair cable until the shield layer is covered
completely. Along the edge of the metal shell, cut off the aluminum foil shield
layer and ensure that there is no surplus copper wire. The exposed twisted-pair
cable is about 20 mm (0.79 in.) long, as shown in Figure 9-19.

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Figure 9-19 Removing the shield layer of a twisted-pair cable (unit: mm (in.))

Step 5 Lead the four pairs of twisted-pair wires through the wire holder, as shown in
Figure 9-20 and Figure 9-21. Ensure that the colored wires are in the correct
location in the cable.

Figure 9-20 Leading wires through the wire holder

Figure 9-21 Cable locations in a wire holder

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Step 6 Align the four pairs of cables in the holder, as shown in Figure 9-22. The
connections between the wires and the pins are shown in Figure 9-23 and listed
in Table 9-5.

Figure 9-22 Four pairs of cables on a wire holder

Figure 9-23 Connections between wires and pins

Table 9-5 Connections between wires and pins (using a straight-through cable as
an example)

Matching Pins of Wires Wire Color

1 White-Orange

2 Orange

3 White-Green

4 Blue

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Matching Pins of Wires Wire Color

5 White-Blue

6 Green

7 White-Brown

8 Brown

Step 7 Cut off the surplus cables along the lower edge of the wire holder, as shown in
Figure 9-24.

Figure 9-24 Cutting off surplus cables

Step 8 Put the connector body onto the wire holder and turn the metal shell by 90°, as
shown in Figure 9-25.
NOTE

Ensure that the wire holder is in good contact with the connector body.

Figure 9-25 Putting the connector body onto the wire holder

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Step 9 Push the metal shell toward the connector body until the wire holder and the
connector body are engaged completely. Crimp the connector, as shown in Figure
9-26.

Figure 9-26 Crimping the connector

Step 10 Push the jacket towards the metal shell until the metal shell is covered. This
completes the assembly of one end of the cable, as shown in Figure 9-27.

Figure 9-27 Pushing the metal shell

Step 11 To complete the assembly of the other end, repeat steps 1 to 10.

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9.3.2 Assembling an Unshielded RJ45 Connector and Ethernet

Cable

Context
Figure 9-28 shows the components of an unshielded RJ45 connector and cable.

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Figure 9-28 Components of an unshielded RJ45 connector and cable

A. Plug of connector B. Jacket C. Twisted-pair wires

Procedure
Step 1 Remove a 16-mm (0.63 in.) long section of the jacket, as shown in Figure 9-29.

NOTICE

When you remove the shield layer, do not damage the insulation of the twisted-
pair cable.

Figure 9-29 Removing the jacket of a twisted-pair cable (unit: mm (in.))

Step 2 Align the four pairs of wires and cut the ends neatly, as shown in Figure 9-30. The
connections between the wires and the pins are listed in Table 9-6.

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Figure 9-30 Connections between wires and pins (unit: mm (in.))

Table 9-6 Connections between wires and pins (using a straight-through cable as
an example)
Matching Pins of Wires Wire Color

1 White-Orange

2 Orange

3 White-Green

4 Blue

5 White-Blue

6 Green

7 White-Brown

8 Brown

Step 3 Feed the cable into the plug, and crimp the connector, as shown in Figure 9-31.
NOTE

When inserting the cable, check from the side or bore of the plug to ensure that the cable
is completely seated in the plug.

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Figure 9-31 Crimping the connector

Step 4 To complete the assembly of the other end, repeat steps 1 to 3.

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9.3.3 Checking the Appearance of Contact Strips

Context
● To ensure proper contact between the crimped wires and the wire conductors,
the heights and sizes of the contact strips must be standard and the same.
● The contact strips must be parallel to each other, with an offset of less than
± 5°. The top margin of a strip must be parallel to the axis of the connector,
with an offset of less than ± 10°.
● To ensure conductivity, the surface of the contact strips must be clean.
● The contact strips must be in good contact with the RJ45 socket. The plastic
separators must remain intact and be aligned.
● The contact strip blade must extend beyond the ends of the wires. The ends
of the wires must be in contact with the edge of the RJ45. The distance
between them must be less than 0.5 mm (0.02 in.).

Procedure
Step 1 Hold the crimped connector, with the front side facing you, and check whether the
contact strips are of the same height. The height should be 6.02 ± 0.13 mm (0.237
± 0.005). If a measuring tool is not available, you can compare the connector with
a standard connector. Figure 9-32 shows an unqualified piece, and Figure 9-33
shows a qualified piece.
NOTE

All unqualified pieces must be crimped again.

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Figure 9-32 Contact strips of different heights

Figure 9-33 Contact strips of the same height

Step 2 Hold an RJ45 connector and turn it 45°. Observe the top edges of the metal
contact strips. Figure 9-34 shows an unqualified piece.

Figure 9-34 Unparallel contact strips of different heights

Step 3 Check whether the contact strips are clean. If they are not clean and the dirt
cannot be removed, replace it with a new RJ45 connector. Figure 9-35 shows an
unqualified piece.

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Figure 9-35 Dirt on a contract strip

Step 4 Check whether the contact strips and the plastic separators are well aligned and
intact. If a separator is skewed and cannot be fixed, replace it with a new RJ45
connector. Figure 9-36 shows an unqualified piece.

Figure 9-36 Skewed plastic separators

Step 5 Hold the connector with the side facing towards you, and check whether you can
see the cross-sections of the wires. Ensure that the ends of the wires are in good
contact with the edge of the RJ45, and that the contact strip blade extends
beyond the ends of the wires and is crimped with the wires. If not, replace the
connector. Figure 9-37 shows an unqualified piece.

Figure 9-37 Wires not in good contact with the edge of the RJ45

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9.3.4 Testing the Connection of Assembled Cables

Context
Huawei provides two types of Ethernet cables: straight-through cables and
crossover cables.
● Straight-through cables are connected in a one-to-one manner. They are used
to connect terminals such as a computer or switch to network devices. Table
9-7 lists the connections of core wires in a straight-through cable.

Table 9-7 Connections of core wires in a straight-through cable

RJ45 Connector RJ45 Connector Core Wire Color Twisted or Not

1 2

2 2 Orange Twisted

1 1 Orange-White

6 6 Green Twisted

3 3 Green-White

4 4 Blue Twisted

5 5 Blue-White

8 8 Brown Twisted

7 7 Brown-White

● Crossover cables are connected in a crossover manner. They are used to

connect terminals such as two computers or switches. Table 9-8 lists the
connections of core wires in a crossover cable.

Table 9-8 Connections of core wires in a straight crossover cable

RJ45 Connector RJ45 Connector Core Wire Color Twisted or Not

1 2

6 2 Orange Twisted

3 1 Orange-White

2 6 Green Twisted

1 3 Green-White

4 4 Blue Twisted

5 5 Blue-White

8 8 Brown Twisted

7 7 Brown-White

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Figure 9-38 shows the pins of an RJ45 connector.

Figure 9-38 Pins of an RJ45 connector

Procedure
Step 1 Feed both connectors of the cable into the ports of the cable tester.

Step 2 After the connectors are properly inserted, turn on the tester. If the indicators from
1 to G turn on simultaneously, you can infer that the pins work normally and the
wires are correctly connected.
NOTE

Turn the switch to the S position to slow down lighting of the indicators so that you can see
the indicators more clearly, as shown in Figure 9-39.

Figure 9-39 Testing the conduction and connections of wires

Step 3 Gently shake the connector and repeat Step 2 to check whether the metal contact
strips are in good contact with the core wires and Ethernet ports, as shown in
Figure 9-40.

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Figure 9-40 Checking the reliability

The procedure for testing a crossover cable is the same as that for testing a
straight-through cable except for the sequence in which the indicators turn on,
which depends on the wire connections of a crossover cable.
The Ethernet cable is qualified if the indicators turn on in the following sequence:
At the master (left) section of the tester, the indicators turn on in the sequence of
1-8-G. At the slave (right) section of the tester, the indicators turn on in the
sequence of 3-6-1-4-5-2-7-8-G.
If the indicators do not come on in this sequence, the Ethernet cable is
unqualified.

NOTE

If a tester is not available, you can use a multimeter to perform a simple test, as shown in
Figure 9-41.

Figure 9-41 Testing the connection of an Ethernet cable

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9.4 Installing Cable Accessories

9.4.1 Precautions for Installing Cable Accessories

Tools
Use dedicated tools provided or specified by Huawei and follow the installation
procedure described here.

NOTE

The illustrations in this document may differ from actual situations, but the installation
methods are the same. For example, in this document, the adapters of cable connectors
have separate interfaces. In the actual situation, the adapters may have interfaces fixed on
equipment.

Bending Radius
Unless otherwise specified, bending radius (R) of cables or fibers must meet the
requirements listed in Table 9-9.

Table 9-9 Bending radius of cables or fibers

Cable or Fiber Bending Radius (R)

Ordinary cable In normal cases, R ≥ 2d. When the

cable is connected with a connector, R
≥ 5d.

Fiber R ≥ 40 mm (1.57 in.); Bending angle >

90°

NOTE

The letter d indicates the diameter of a cable or fiber.

Precautions for Installation

● Hold terminals of cables instead of pulling the cables themselves when
installing or removing cable components.
● Do not insert a connector forcibly when the connector is blocked. Use a
dedicated tool to pull out the connector. Install the connector again after you
check that the pins are inserted properly.
● Before tightening screws on cable connectors, ensure that the connectors are
properly connected to their adapters. Tighten the screw with appropriate force
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screwdriver. If the screw cannot be screwed into the tapped hole, determine
the reason and try again. Do not apply too much force, or the screw or
adapter may be damaged.
● When removing densely aligned cables or fiber connectors, use dedicated
pliers such as cable-pulling pliers and fiber-pulling pliers.
● Do not twist, bend, stretch, or extrude fibers during installation.
● Cover the idle fiber connectors with dust caps. Remove the dust caps before
using the fiber connectors.

Requirements for Cable Routing

● To protect cables, remove the burrs in the cable through-holes or install
protective rings in the holes.
● To ease the connection and to avoid stress, keep cable joints slack. After
connecting multiple cables to a connector that has multiple interfaces, keep
the cables slack to avoid generating stress.
● Bind or clean cables gently because cable distortion affects signal quality.
● Keep cables away from moveable components such as doors.
● Sharp objects must not touch cable wiring to prevent damage to cables.
● To protect power cables, route power cables of the active and standby power
modules separately.

9.4.2 Installing Power Adapters

9.4.2.1 Installing the OT Terminal

Procedure
● Install an OT terminal.
a. Align the hole of the OT terminal (conductor upward) with a connecting
hole, as shown in Figure 9-42.

Figure 9-42 Aligning the OT terminal with a connecting hole

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NOTE

When you install an OT terminal, the crimping sleeve is installed as shown in

Figure 9-43, where A is correct and B is incorrect.

Figure 9-43 Installing an OT terminal, showing the orientation of

crimping sleeve

b. Place the spring washer and flat washer in turn, mount a matching screw,
and fasten it clockwise, as shown in Figure 9-44.

Figure 9-44 Installing two terminals back to back

NOTICE

Ensure that the OT terminal is not in contact with other terminals or

metal components.

c. Move the cable slightly and ensure that it is securely connected, as shown
in Figure 9-45.

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Figure 9-45 Installed OT terminal

● Install two OT terminals on a post.

Before you install two OT terminals on a post, ensure that the two terminals
can be installed on the post and that the electrical connecting pieces have a
large contact area. Two OT terminals can be installed using any of these
methods:
– Bend the upper OT terminal at a 45- or 90-degree angle, as shown in
Figure 9-46.
– Cross the two terminals, as shown in Figure 9-47.

Figure 9-46 Bending the upper OT terminal at a 45- or 90-degree angle

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Figure 9-47 Crossing two terminals

NOTICE

If the two terminals are different sizes, place the smaller one above the
bigger one. A maximum of two terminals can be installed on a post.

● To remove an OT terminal, loosen the screw counterclockwise.

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9.4.2.2 Installing the Cord End Terminal

Procedure
Step 1 Hold a cord end terminal upright and place it on a terminal jack, as shown in
Figure 9-48. To ensure bump contact and dense connection, place the plain side
of the terminal outwards.

Figure 9-48 Placing a terminal on a terminal jack vertically

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Step 2 Insert the terminal into the jack vertically, and turn the screw clockwise to fasten
the terminal, as shown in Figure 9-49.

Figure 9-49 Feeding the terminal into the jack

NOTICE

● Ensure that the exposed section of the terminal is less than 2 mm (0.079 in.) in
length.
● Do not press the insulation of the terminal.
● Insert only one terminal into one jack.

Step 3 Move the cable slightly and ensure that it is securely connected.
Step 4 Before you remove a cord end terminal, loosen the screw counterclockwise.
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9.4.3 Installing Ethernet Adapters

9.4.3.1 Installing a Shielded Ethernet Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Hold the male and female connectors, with the male connector facing the female
connector, as shown in Figure 9-50.

Figure 9-50 Holding the male and female shielded connectors

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Step 2 Insert the male connector into the female connector, as shown in Figure 9-51.

Figure 9-51 Feeding the male shielded connector into the female shielded
connector

Step 3 When you hear a click, the cable connector is completely inserted in the port. (The
clip on the cable connector pops up to fix the connector in the port.) Pull the
connector slightly and ensure that it is securely connected, as shown in Figure
9-52.

Figure 9-52 Installed shielded Ethernet connector

Step 4 To remove an Ethernet connector, press the locking key and pull out the connector,
as shown in Figure 9-53.

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Figure 9-53 Removing a shielded Ethernet connector

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9.4.3.2 Installing an Unshielded Ethernet Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Hold the male and female connectors, with the male connector facing the female
connector, as shown in Figure 9-54.

Figure 9-54 Holding the male and female unshielded connectors

Step 2 Feed the male connector into the female connector, as shown in Figure 9-55.

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Figure 9-55 Feeding the male connector into the female unshielded connector

Step 3 A crisp click indicates that the connector is locked by the locking key. Pull the
connector slightly and ensure that it is securely connected. Figure 9-56 shows an
installed Ethernet connector.

Figure 9-56 Installed unshielded Ethernet connector

Step 4 To remove an Ethernet connector, press the locking key and pull out the connector,
as shown in Figure 9-57.

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Figure 9-57 Removing an unshielded Ethernet connector

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9.4.4 Installing Fiber Connectors

Context

NOTICE

● After you remove the dustproof cap, ensure that the fiber pins are clean and
install them as soon as possible.
● When you disassemble fiber connectors, you must use a dedicated tool if the
connectors are densely installed.

9.4.4.1 Cleaning Fiber Connectors

Procedure
Step 1 Clean the pins of a fiber connector by using lint-free cotton and alcohol.

Step 2 Clean the pins again by using dust-free cotton. If necessary, clean the pins by
using an air gun. Ensure that the pins are free from any fiber or debris.

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9.4.4.2 Installing an FC Fiber Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dustproof cap of the FC connector and store it for future use.

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Step 2 Align the core pin of the male connector with that of the female connector, as
shown in Figure 9-58.

Figure 9-58 Aligning the male connector with the female connector

Step 3 Align the male connector with the female connector and gently push the male
connector until it is completely seated in the female connector, as shown in Figure
9-59.

Figure 9-59 Feeding the male connector into the female connector

Step 4 Fasten the locking nut clockwise and ensure that the connector is securely
installed, as shown in Figure 9-60.

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Figure 9-60 Fastening the locking nut

Step 5 To disassemble an FC fiber connector, loosen the locking nut counterclockwise,

and gently pull the male connector, as shown in Figure 9-61.

Figure 9-61 Disassembling an FC fiber connector

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9.4.4.3 Installing an LC Fiber Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dustproof cap of the LC fiber connector and store it for future use.

Step 2 Align the core pin of the male connector with that of the female connector, as
shown in Figure 9-62.

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Figure 9-62 Aligning the male connector with the female connector

Step 3 Align the male connector with the fiber adapter and gently push the male
connector until it is completely seated in the fiber connector, as shown in Figure
9-63.

Figure 9-63 Feeding the male connector into the female connector

Step 4 A clicking sound indicates that the male connector is locked, as shown in Figure
9-64.

Figure 9-64 Installed LC connector

Step 5 To disassemble an LC fiber connector, press the locking nut to release the locking
clips from the bore, and gently pull the male connector, as shown in Figure 9-65.

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Figure 9-65 Disassembling an LC fiber connector

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9.4.4.4 Installing the SC Fiber Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dustproof cap of the SC fiber connector and store it for future use.

Step 2 Align the core pin of the male connector with that of the female connector, as
shown in Figure 9-66.

Figure 9-66 Aligning the male connector with the female connector

Step 3 Feed the fiber connector into the female connector, with your fingers holding the
shell of the fiber connector (not the pigtail). When you hear a click, the fiber
connector is secured by the clips (internal parts, not illustrated in the figure). Pull
the fiber connector gently. If the connector does not loosen, the installation is
complete. See Figure 9-67.

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Figure 9-67 Installed SC fiber connector

Step 4 To disassemble an SC fiber connector, hold the shell of the connector (do not hold
the fiber) and gently pull the connector in the direction vertical to the adapter.
Unlock the male connector, and then separate it from the shell, as shown in
Figure 9-68.

Figure 9-68 Disassembling an SC fiber connector

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9.4.4.5 Installing an MPO Connector

Procedure
Step 1 Remove the dustproof cap of the MPO fiber connector and store it for future use.

Step 2 Align the core pin of the male connector with that of the female connector, as
shown in Figure 9-69.

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Figure 9-69 Aligning the male connector with the female connector

Step 3 Hold the shell labeled "PUSH" and feed the male connector into the female
connector until you hear a clicking sound. The male and female connectors are
securely installed, as shown in Figure 9-70.

Figure 9-70 Installed MPO fiber connector

Step 4 To disassemble an MPO fiber connector, hold the shell labeled "PULL" and remove
the male connector, as shown in Figure 9-71.

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Figure 9-71 Disassembling an MPO fiber connector

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9.5 Replacing the Mold of the Crimping Tool

Procedure
Step 1 Hold the handles of a pair of COAX crimping tools. Loosen the two fastening
screws counterclockwise, as shown in Figure 9-72.

Figure 9-72 Loosening two fastening screws

Step 2 Hold the handles of the COAX crimping tools to open the self-locking mechanism.
The jaw of the COAX crimping tools opens automatically, as shown in Figure 9-73.

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Figure 9-73 Pliers jaw opening automatically

Step 3 Remove the mold from the COAX crimping tools, as shown in Figure 9-74.

Figure 9-74 Removing the mold from the COAX crimping tools

Step 4 Place the mold to be installed into the jaw of the COAX crimping tools and align
the screw holes, as shown in Figure 9-75.

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Figure 9-75 Installing a new mold in the COAX crimping tool

NOTICE

Keep the short side of the mold inwards and the long side outwards, with the
teeth of the mold aligning from the larger size to the smaller size.

Step 5 Hold the handles of the COAX crimping tools tightly to match the mold and the
jaw completely. Align the screw holes, as shown in Figure 9-76.

Figure 9-76 Aligning the screw holes

Step 6 Hold the handles of the COAX crimping tools with one hand. Tighten the two
fastening screws clockwise. Figure 9-77 and Figure 9-78shows the mold installed
in the COAX crimping tool.

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Figure 9-77 Mold installed in the COAX crimping tool

Figure 9-78 An installed mold

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10 Appendix B Environmental
Requirements for Device Operation

10.1 Environmental Requirements for an Equipment Room

10.2 Requirements for Power Supply

10.1 Environmental Requirements for an Equipment

Room

10.1.1 Requirements for Selecting a Site for an Equipment

Room
When designing a project, consider the communication network planning and
technical requirements of the equipment. Also consider hydrographic, geological,
seismic, power supply, and transportation factors.
Construction, structure, heating and ventilation, power supply, lighting and fire-
proof construction of the equipment room should be designed by specialized
construction designers to suit the environmental requirements of devices. The
equipment room should also follow local regulations concerning the industrial
construction, environmental protection, fire safety, and civil air defense.
Construction must conform to government standards, regulations, and other
requirements.
The equipment room should be located in a place free from high temperature,
dust, toxic gases, explosive materials, or unstable voltage. Keep the equipment
room away from significant vibrations or loud noises, as well as power transformer
stations.
The specific requirements for selecting a site for an equipment room are as
follows:
● The room should be located at a distance of at least 5 km (3.11 mi.) from
heavy pollution sources such as smelting and coal mines. It should be located
at a distance of at least 3.7 km (2.30 mi.) from moderate pollution sources

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such as chemical, rubber, and galvanization factories. It should be located at a

distance of at least 2 km (1.24 mi.) from light pollution sources such as
packinghouses and tanyards. If these pollution sources cannot be avoided,
ensure that the equipment room is upwind of the pollution sources. In
addition, use a high-quality equipment room or protection products.
● The room should be located away from livestock farms, or be upwind of the
livestock farms. Do not use an old livestock room or fertilizer warehouse as
the equipment room.
● The equipment room must be far away from residential areas. An equipment
room that is not far away from residential areas must comply with equipment
room construction standards to avoid noise pollution.
● The room should be located far away from industrial and heating boilers.
● The room should be at least 3.7 km (2.30 mi.) away from the seaside or salt
lake. Otherwise, the equipment room should be airtight with cooling facilities.
In addition, alkalized soil cannot be used as the construction material.
Otherwise, equipment suitable for wet conditions must be used.
● The doors and windows of the equipment room must be kept closed to
maintain an airtight room.
● Using steel doors to ensure sound insulation is recommended.
● No cracks or openings are allowed on the walls or floors. The outlet holes on
the walls or windows must be sealed. Walls must be constructed such that
they are smooth, wear-resistant, dustproof, flame retardant, sound insulated,
heat absorptive, and have electromagnetic shielding.
● The air vent of the room should be far from the exhaust of city waste pipes,
big cesspools and sewage treatment tanks. The room should be in the positive
pressure state to prevent corrosive gases from entering the equipment room
and corroding components and circuit boards.
● It is recommended that the room be on or above the second floor. If this
requirement cannot be met, the ground for equipment installation in the
room should be at least 600 mm (23.62 in.) above the maximum flood level.
● The equipment room should be strong enough to resist winds and downpours.
● The room should be located away from dusty roads or sand. If this is
unavoidable, the doors and windows of the equipment room must not face
pollution sources.
● Do not place air conditioning vents near the equipment so that they blow
directly on the equipment because condensation may be blown into the
equipment.
● Do not use decorative materials that contain sulfur in the equipment room.

10.1.2 Equipment Room Layout

An equipment room usually contains mobile switching equipment,
telecommunications equipment, power supply equipment, and other auxiliary
equipment. To ensure easy maintenance and management, place the equipment
in different rooms. Figure 10-1 shows the layout of the equipment room.

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Figure 10-1 Layout of the equipment room

The general layout principles of the equipment room are as follows:

● It should meet requirements for laying out and maintaining communication
cables and power cables.
● It should reduce the cabling distance, which facilitates cable maintenance,
reduces potential communication faults, and maximizes efficiency.

10.1.3 Construction Requirements for the Equipment Room

Table 10-1 describes the construction requirements for the equipment room.

Table 10-1 Construction requirements for the equipment room

Item Requirements

Area The smallest area of the equipment room can accommodate the
equipment with the largest capacity.

Net height The minimum height of the equipment room should not be less
than 3 m (9.84 ft). The minimum height of the equipment room
is the net height below overhead beams or ventilation pipes.

Floor The floor in the equipment room should be semi-conductive and

dustproof. A raised floor with an ESD covering is recommended.
Cover the raised floor tightly and solidly. The horizontal
tolerance of each square meter should be less than 2 mm (0.08
in.). If raised floors are unavailable, use a static-electricity-
conductive floor material, with a volume resistivity of 1.0 x 107
ohms to 1.0 x 1010 ohms. Ground this floor material or raised
floor. You can connect them to ground using a one megohm
current-limiting resistor and connection line.

Load-bearing The floor must bear loads larger than 150 kg/m2 (0.21 bf/in.2).
capacity

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Item Requirements

Door and The door of the equipment room should be 2 m (6.56 ft) high
windows and 1 m (3.28 ft) wide. One door is enough. Seal the doors and
windows with dustproof plastic tape. Use double-pane glass in
the windows and seal them tightly.

Wall surface Paste wallpaper on the wall or apply flat paint. Do not use
treatment pulverized paint.

Cable trays Use cable trays to arrange cables. The inner faces of the cable
trays must be smooth. The reserved length and width of the
cable trays, and the number, position and dimensions of the
holes must comply with the requirements of device
arrangement.

Water pipe Do not pass service pipes, drainpipes, and storm sewers through
the equipment room. Do not place a fire hydrant in the
equipment room, but place it in the corridor or near the
staircase.

Internal Separate the area where the equipment is installed from the
partition wall equipment room door. The partition wall can block some outside
dust.

Installation Install air conditioner vents so that the air does not blow directly
position of on equipment.
the air
conditioner

Other Avoid the proliferation of mildew, and keep out rodents (like
requirements mice).

Figure 10-2 Internal partition wall inside the equipment room

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10.1.4 Equipment Room Environment

Dust on devices may cause electrostatic discharge and result in poor contact for
connectors or metal connection points. This problem can shorten the life span of
devices and cause faults.

The equipment room must be free from explosive, conductive, magnetically-

permeable, and corrosive dust. Table 10-2 lists the requirement for dust
concentration in the equipment room.

Table 10-2 Requirements for dust particles in the equipment room

Mechanical active Unit Concentration

material

Dust particle Particle /m3 ≤ 3x 104

(no visible dust
accumulated on a
workbench in three
days)

Suspending dust mg/m3 ≤0.2

Precipitable dust mg/m2·h ≤1.5

Description
● Dust particle diameter ≥ 5 µm
● Suspending dust diameter ≤ 75 µm
● 75 µm ≤ precipitable dust diameter ≤ 150 µm

Take the following measures to meet the requirements:

● Use dustproof materials for ground, wall, and ceiling construction.
● Use screens on the door and windows facing outside. The outer windows
should be dust-proof.
● Clean the equipment room regularly and clean the air filter monthly.
● Wear shoe covers and ESD clothing before entering the equipment room.

10.1.5 Requirements for Corrosive Gases

The room should be free from dusts and corrosive gases, such as SO2, H2S, and
NH3. Table 10-3 lists the requirements for the corrosive gas concentration.

Table 10-3 Requirements for corrosive gas concentration

Chemical
active material Unit Concentration

SO2 mg/m3 ≤0.20

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Chemical
active material Unit Concentration

H2S mg/m3 ≤0.006

NH3 mg/m3 ≤0.05

Cl2 mg/m3 ≤0.01

Take the following measures to meet the requirements:

● Avoid constructing the room near a place where the corrosive gas
concentration is high, such as a chemical plant.
● Ensure the air intake vent of the room is in the prevailing upwind direction
from any pollution source.
● Place batteries in different rooms.
● A professional service should monitor the corrosive gas conditions regularly.

10.1.6 Requirements for ESD Prevention

The absolute value of electrostatic voltage must be less than 1000 V.
Take the following measures to meet this requirement:
● Train operators about ESD prevention.
● Keep the correct humidity level in the equipment room to reduce the impact
of static electricity.
● Lay out an ESD floor in equipment rooms.
● Wear ESD shoes and clothing before entering equipment room.
● Use ESD tools, such as wrist straps, tweezers, and pullers.
● Ground all conductive materials in the room, including computer terminals.
Use ESD worktables.
● Keep non-ESD materials (such as common bags, foam, and rubber) at least
30 cm (11.81 in.) away from boards and ESD-sensitive components.

10.1.7 Electromagnetism Requirements for the Equipment

Room
All interference sources, inside or outside the equipment room, can cause
equipment problems with capacitive coupling, inductive coupling, electromagnetic
wave radiation, and common impedance (including grounding system) coupling.
Prevent the interference using these approaches:
● Take effective measures against electrical interference from the power supply
system.
● Do not use the working ground of the equipment as the same ground for
surge protection. Separate them as far as possible.
● Keep the equipment far away from high-power radio transmitters, radar units,
and high-frequency and high-current equipment.

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● Use electromagnetic shielding if necessary.

10.1.8 Requirements for Lightning Proof Grounding

Table 10-4 lists the requirements for lightning proof grounding.

Table 10-4 Requirements for lightning proof grounding

Item Requirements

Capital ● Use reinforced concrete to construct the equipment room.

construction ● Install a lightning proof device like a lightning rod outside
the room.
● The lightning proof ground shares the same grounding
body with the protective ground of the room.

Power cables ● After the low-voltage power cables are led into the room,
leading in the install the surge protector for the power cables in the AC
equipment voltage stabilizer and the AC power distribution panel
room need to (box). Correctly ground the surge protector nearby.
be equipped ● For an equipment room in urban area, install a power
with a surge supply surge protector with the nominal discharge current
protector of no less than 20 kA. For an equipment room that is built
in a suburb and subject to lightning strikes, install a power
supply surge protector with the nominal discharge current
of more than 60 kA. For an equipment room that is built in
a mountain area and subject to frequent lightning strikes,
or in a separate high-rise building in a city, install a power
supply surge protector with the nominal discharge current
of more than 100 kA.
● The ground cable of the surge protector should be no
longer than 1 m (3.28 ft).

Grounding for ● Connect the DC working ground (positive pole of the -48 V
DC power DC power supply or the negative pole of the 24 V DC power
distribution supply) with the indoor collective ground cable nearby. The
total ground cable should meet the maximum load of the
equipment.
● The power equipment must have a DC working ground
cable, which can connect the power equipment to the
collective ground cable of the telecommunication site (or
the protective ground bar of the equipment room).

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Item Requirements

Equipotential ● Properly ground the devices and auxiliary devices in the

connection room such as mobile base station, transmission, switching
equipment, power supply equipment, and cable distribution
frame. Connect all PGND cables to the collective protective
ground bar. Connect all PGND cables in one equipment
room to one protective ground bar.
● Apply joint grounding to the working ground and protective
ground of devices, which means the two share one
grounding network.
● The cable tray, rack or shell, metal ventilation pipe, metal
door or window of the equipment should be grounded for
protection.

General ● Do not connect the neutral line of the AC power cable with
requirements the protective ground of any telecom equipment in the
for grounding equipment room.
● Do not install a fuse or switch on the ground cable.
● All ground cables should be as short as possible, and
arranged in a straight line.

Grounding ● The grounding resistance must be lower than 1 ohm.

resistance ● The upper end of the grounding body should be at least 0.7
m (2.30 ft) over the ground. In cold areas, bury the
grounding body below the frozen ground.
● Measure the grounding resistance periodically to ensure
effective grounding.

Routing of ● Do not arrange the signal cables overhead in the

signal cable equipment room. All signal cables must be led into the site
underground.
● Use the cables with a metal jacket or place them into a
metal pipe if they come out/in the equipment room.
● Ground the idle lines inside the cable in the equipment
room.
● Signal cables should be deployed on internal walls. Do not
deploy outdoor aerial cables.
● Keep signal cables away from power cables and surge
protection devices.

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Item Requirements

Collective ● Use a ground ring or ground bar for the collective ground
ground cable cable.
● Do not use aluminum cables as ground cables. Adopt
measures to prevent electrification corrosion when
connecting different metal parts together.
● Use a copper busbar as the collective ground cable with a
cross-sectional area of no less than 120 mm2 (0.19 in.2), or
use the galvanized flat steel of the same resistance. Insulate
the collective ground cable from the reinforcing steel bars
of the building.

Grounding The grounding lead-in should be a maximum of 30 m (98.42

lead-in ft) long. Use the galvanized flat steel with cross-sectional area
of 40 mm x 4 mm (1.58 in. x 0.158 in.) or 50 mm x 5 mm
(1.97 in. x 0.197 in.).

Grounding of ● All the devices including the surge protection device in the
the cabinet cabinet must be connected in an equipotential manner. The
ground cables can be aggregated to the ground bar or
surge protector socket first, and then the ground bar or
surge protector socket can be connected to the ground.
● The resistance between the device ground terminals and
ground bar cannot exceed 0.1 ohm.
● The cabinet can be grounded using the protecting earthing
(PE) wire of the electrical network in the building, zinc-
coated angle steel, or the main steel bar of the building.
● If the cabinet is grounded using the PE wire of the electrical
network, use a multimeter to test the grounding status. If
the voltage between the PE wire and neutral wire is lower
than 5 V and the voltage between the PE wire and live wire
is about 220 V, the PE wire is grounded well. If the tested
AC voltages are not within the ranges, the cabinet must be
grounded in other ways.
● The yellow-green ground cable contains multiple copper
wires. The cross-sectional area of the ground cable must be
no less than 6 mm2 (0.0093 in.2) and the length cannot
exceed 3 m (9.84 ft.).
● Ground cables cannot be twisted with signal cables.
● Antirust and anticorrosion measures must be taken on the
ground terminals.
● The fiber reinforcing rib can be directly connected to the
ground bar of the cabinet. Before wrapping the reinforcing
rib with insulation tape, cut a 0.5 m (1.64 ft.) segment from
the reinforcing rib. Wrap the reinforcing rib with at least
five layers of insulation tape. Keep the reinforcing rib at
least 5 cm (1.969 in.) from the cabinet surface.

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10.2 Requirements for Power Supply

10.2.1 Requirements for AC Power Supply

An AC power supply system consists of power mains, uninterruptible power
supplies (UPSs), and self-supplied electric generators. In addition to meeting the
requirements of the server load, the AC power supply must have a simple
connection line, safe operation, flexible scheduling, and easy maintenance.

The low-voltage power supply should be 3-phase, 5-wire mode or monophase 3-

wire mode. This AC power supply should be 110 V/220 V, with a frequency of 50
Hz.

The UPS should supply the same power and operate at the same phase as the
power mains. The switching time between the UPS and mains should be less than
10 ms; otherwise, the networking devices will reboot or reset.

For power distribution capacity in the equipment room, both the working current
and fault current of the devices should be considered. Ensure that independent AC
power supplies protect independent devices. Configure the current-carrying
capacity of the protection switch of the equipment room for more than that of the
devices.

Table 10-5 lists the voltage range of the AC power supply for the devices.

Table 10-5 Voltage range of AC power supply

Item Requirements

AC power capacity to -10% to +5% of the rated voltage

support the devices

AC power capacity to -15% to +10% of the rated voltage

support the power
modules and important
buildings

Frequency of alternating -4% to +4% of the rated value

current

Voltage wave shape sine Within 5% of the rated voltage

distortion

The automated electric generator must have a standard interface that supports
telecommunication protocols, remote telecommunication, monitoring, and control.

AC power cables should meet the following specifications:

● AC neutral should have a conductor with the same cross section as the phase
line.

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● AC cables should have non-flammable insulation. The layout of AC cables

should comply with local regulations. Low-voltage power distribution rooms
should comply with local regulations.

10.2.2 Recommendations for AC Power Supply

The following are recommendations for the AC power supply.
● If the voltage of the power mains that supply power directly to devices
exceeds the rated voltage by -10% to 5%, or exceeds the voltage range that
devices can support, a voltage regulating device or voltage stabilizing device
is required.
● If the mains do not supply power for the device directly, or if the mains
voltage exceeds the rated voltage by -15% to 10% or exceeds the input
voltage range of the DC power supply, a voltage regulating device or voltage
stabilizing device is required.
● A UPS or inverter power supply system is required to provide uninterrupted
AC power to support the telecommunication load.
● If abnormalities occur on the mains, telecommunication servers should be
equipped with a self-supplied electric generator to support the key
telecommunication load. The capacity should be not less than 150% to 200%
of the total uninterruptible power supply.
● Storage batteries are usually installed in a parallel connection of two groups.
UPS storage batteries are generally installed in one group. The redundancy
required for the UPS can rely on concatenation or parallel connection. When
an inverter or a UPS is used, the active inverter is determined by the
maximum power and a backup inverter is required.

10.2.3 Requirements for DC Power Supply

The equipment room should receive stable and reliable DC power. Deploy the
power equipment near the telecommunications equipment to make the DC feeder
as short as possible. To reduce power consumption and installation cost, the loop
voltage drop from the battery port to the equipment port should be less than 3.2
V.
● A large-scale enterprise can deploy an independent power supply system on
each floor to supply power to the telecommunications equipment room on
the respective floor.
● A medium-scale enterprise can use a power room and a battery room for
centralized power supply or use distributed power supply systems.
● A small-scale enterprise can deploy an integrated power supply system in its
equipment room but must take measures to prevent corrosive gases released
from batteries from eroding circuit boards of telecommunications equipment.
Table 10-6 lists the specifications for the DC power supply.

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Table 10-6 Specifications for the DC power supply

Item Requirements

Range of the -38 V to -72 V

-48 V input
voltage

DC power Greater than 1.5 times the rated current

capacity to
support the
surge current

Regulated If the AC input voltage is in the range of 85% to 110% of the

voltage rated value, and the load current is in the range of 5% to
precision 100% of the rated value, the output voltage of the rectifier
ranges from -46.0 V to -56.4 V, with the regulated voltage
precision less than or equal to 1%.

Overshoot Integral value of the DC output voltage ±5%

amplitude of
switch on/off

Peak noise ≤200 mV

voltage

Dynamic The recovery time is less than 200 ms. The overshoot is in the
response range of the integral value of the DC output voltage ±5%.

10.2.4 Recommendations for DC Power Supply

The following are recommendations for the DC power supply.
● Use distributed power supply mode. Use multiple DC power supply systems
and put power equipment in multiple locations.
● Adopt a standard DC power supply system, and set the output voltage to the
communications equipment within the required range.
● Improve reliability of the AC power supply system to reduce the necessary
capacity of storage batteries. For small offices, increase the capacity of
storage batteries if it is difficult to enhance reliability of the AC power supply
system.
● The total capacity of the high-frequency switching rectifier must satisfy the
power of the communication loading and battery charging. If there are 10 or
fewer active rectifier modules, configure one backup module. If there are
more than 10 active modules, configure one backup module for every 10
active modules.
● Install storage batteries in two or more groups. The capacity is determined by
the duration for which the storage batteries must supply power. For most
offices, the batteries should be able to supply power for at least one hour.

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11 Appendix C Equipment Grounding

Specifications

11.1 General Grounding Specifications

11.2 Grounding Specifications for an Equipment Room
11.3 Grounding Specifications for Devices
11.4 Grounding Specifications for Communications Power Supply
11.5 Grounding Specifications for Signal Cables
11.6 Specifications for Laying Out Grounding Cables

11.1 General Grounding Specifications

Table 11-1 shows the general grounding specifications.

Table 11-1 General grounding specifications

No. Description

1 The working ground and protective ground, including the shielded

ground and the lightning-proof ground of the cable distribution frame
should share the same grounding conductor.

2 The cable trays, shells, metal ventilation pipes, metal doors and windows
in the equipment room should be grounded for protection.

3 The metal parts of the equipment which are electrically floating in

normal conditions should be grounded for protection.

4 The ground cable must be connected securely to the protective ground

bar of the equipment room.

5 Do not use other equipment as part of the ground cable or electrical

connection.

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11.2 Grounding Specifications for an Equipment Room

The grounding resistance of a comprehensive communication building should be
less than or equal to one ohm. The grounding resistance of an ordinary
communication office should be less than five ohms. The grounding resistance in
an area where the earth resistance rate is high should be less than 10 ohms.

11.3 Grounding Specifications for Devices

Table 11-2 lists the equipment grounding specifications.

Table 11-2 Equipment Grounding Specifications

No. Description

1 All communication devices and auxiliary devices (such as mobile base

stations, transmission and switching devices, power supply devices) in
the equipment room should be grounded for protection. Connect all
protective ground for various devices jointly to a general ground bar, and
then to the same protective ground bar in the room together with the
protective ground (PGND) of the device.

2 The PGND of the equipment is shorted to the copper ground bar

provided by the customer. The short-circuiting cable used should be a
yellow-green plastic insulated cable with a copper core and a cross-
sectional area greater than 25 sq. mm (0.039 sq. in.).

3 There are grounding terminals and grounding lugs at the lower part of
the front door, rear door and side panel of the cabinet, connected to the
grounding terminals of the cabinet framework through connection
cables with cross-sectional area of no less than 1.6 sq. mm (0.002 sq.
in.).

4 Ensure that all metal components of the cabinet conduct well. No

insulating coating should be sprayed on the connection part of the metal
components.

5 Connect the cabinets in the same row by fastening captive screws and
gaskets on the top of the cabinets. Do not spray any coating into a
rectangular area measuring 30 mm x 50 mm (1.18 in. x 1.97 in.) around
the connection hole for a captive bolt. Measures to prevent rust and
corrosion must be taken for this area. Zinc electroplating with iridescent
yellow chromate conversion coating should be applied to the gasket and
nut to ensure good electrical contact.

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No. Description

6 When combining cabinets of the same type, short-circuiting cables are

required to connect the ground busbars (if any) of the cabinets. The
cross-sectional area of the short-circuiting cable is 6 sq. mm (0.009 sq.
in.) and is no more than 300 mm (11.8 in.) long. Connect the two ends
of the short-circuiting cable to the ground busbar terminals of
neighboring cabinets and fix them firmly.

11.4 Grounding Specifications for Communications

Power Supply
Table 11-3 shows the grounding specifications for communication power supplies.

Table 11-3 Grounding specifications for communication power supplies

No. Description

1 The inlet for the AC power cable at the equipment room should be
equipped with a surge protection device (C-level) with a nominal
discharge current no less than 20 kA.

2 The protective ground for the power supply and that for communication
equipment share the same grounding conductor. If the power supply and
the equipment are in the same equipment room, use the same
protective ground bar for them if possible.

3 Use a surge protection circuit on the AC power interface.

4 The positive of the -48 V DC power supply or negative pole of the 24 V

DC power supply should be grounded at the output of the DC power
supply.

5 The working ground and protective ground of the DC power supply

equipment should use the same grounding conductor with the protective
ground of the switching equipment. If the power supply and equipment
are in the same equipment room, use the same protection ground bar
for them if possible.

6 Add surge protection on the DC power interface.

11.5 Grounding Specifications for Signal Cables

Table 11-4 lists the grounding specifications for signal cables.

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Table 11-4 Grounding specifications for signal cables

No. Description

1 Equip the cable outdoors with a metal jacket, well grounded at both
ends, or connect the ends of the metal jacket to the protective ground
bar of the equipment room. For cables inside the equipment room,
install surge protection devices at the interface to the equipment. The
PGND cable for the surge protection devices should be as short as
possible.

2 The incoming and outgoing signal cables to and from the office and
unused wires inside the cable should be grounded for protection.

3 The Tone & Data Access (TDA) cable must pass through the Main
Distribution Frame (MDF) with surge protective device (SPD) when
going out of the office. The cable's shield layer should be connected to
the protective ground of the MDF. The MDF should use the same
grounding conductor as the cabinet.

4 Do not route signal cables overhead.

11.6 Specifications for Laying Out Grounding Cables

Table 11-5 shows the specifications for the ground cable.

Table 11-5 Specifications for laying out ground cables

No. Description

1 The grounding wire should not run parallel to or twist around the signal
cable.

2 Bury ground underground or arrange them indoors. Do not route ground

cables overhead.

3 Do not connect two cables together to extend the PGND cable, or add
any switches or fuses.

4 The PGND cable should be an alternating yellow and green plastic

insulated one with a copper core.

5 The neutral line of the AC power cable cannot be connected to the

protective ground of transmission and communication equipment in the
equipment room.

6 A PGND cable should be as short as possible, with a length of no more

than 45 m (147.64 ft).

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12 Appendix D Engineering Labels for

Cables

An engineering label serves as an identifier for on-site installation and

maintenance after the installation. Labels on the cables facilitate correct and
orderly connection of cables, and easy maintenance after installation.

Engineering labels are specialized for power cables and signal cables:
● Signal cables include network cables, optical fibers, and user cables.
● Power cables include the AC power cables and DC power cables.

NOTE

Fill in labels according to specified requirements to keep consistency of labels in the

equipment room. Make a relevant statement in the self-check report.

12.1 Introduction to Labels

12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers
12.3 Engineering Labels for Network Cables
12.4 Engineering Labels for User Cables
12.5 Engineering Labels for Power Cables

12.1 Introduction to Labels

12.1.1 Label Materials

Features:
● Thickness: 0.09 mm (0.004 in.)
● Color: chalk white
● Material: polyester (PET)
● Ambient temperature: -29°C (-20.2°F) to +149°C (300.2°F)

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● Printed by a laser printer and written with a marker

● Pass UL and CSA authentication

12.1.2 Type and Structure

Label for Signal Cables

The label for signal cables is L-shaped with fixed dimensions, as shown in Figure
12-1.

Figure 12-1 Label for signal cables

To specify more clearly the position of a cable, use the dividing lines on the label.
For example, there is a dividing line between the cabinet number and the chassis
number, and another one between the chassis number and the slot number. Each
dividing line is light blue (Pantone 656c) and 1.5 mm x 0.6 mm (0.06 in. x 0.02
in.).

The cut dotted line helps to fold the label when affixed to the cable, and its size is
1 mm x 2 mm (0.04 in. x 0.08 in.).

The word "TO:" (upside down in the figure) at the lower right corner of the label
is used to identify the opposite end of the cable on which the label is affixed.

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Power Cable Label

The label for power cables should be attached to the identification plate on the
cable ties that are attached to the cable. The identification plate has an embossed
area 0.2 mm x 0.6 mm (0.008 in. x 0.02 in.) around (symmetric on both sides), and
the area in the middle is for affixing the label, as shown in Figure 12-2.

Figure 12-2 Power cable label

12.1.3 Label Printing

The contents can be printed or written on the labels. Printing is recommended for
the sake of high efficiency and eye-pleasant layout.

Template for Printing

You can obtain a template from the Huawei local office to print labels.
The template is made in Microsoft Word. Follow these instructions to use the
template:
● You can modify the contents of the template. Do not change settings of
centered characters, direction, and fonts.
● If many characters need to be filled in, decrease the font size, but make sure
that the printouts are clear and legible.

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Merging Cells in the Template

To merge two or more cells, do as follows:
1. Select Edit/Select All.
2. Select Format/Borders and Shading/Borders. Select Box tab and click OK.
3. Drag the mouse to select cells to be merged and select the Table/Merge
Cells.

Requirements on the Printer

To print labels, use a laser jet printer of any model. Before printing labels, set up
the page and try printing.
1. Try printing on ordinary paper with both sides blank. Place the blank paper
over the whole page of the label paper, and check whether the page setup
conforms to the label layout.
2. Make sure the printer properties, such as "paper size" and "direction", have
been set correctly.
– If the printout conforms to the sheet of labels, print the labels on the
label paper.
– If the printout does not conform, adjust the page setup and try printing
again until the correct printout is produced.
The method for adjusting the page setup is as follows.
1. Select File/Page Setup.
2. Select Layout and set Header and Footer as 0.
3. Select the Margins tab page. Select Left for Gutter Position and adjust the
values of Top, Bottom, Left, and Right.
NOTE

If the warning prompt as shown in Figure 12-3 appears before printing, click Ignore
to continue the printing.

Figure 12-3 Warning prompt before printing

After the page setup has been made correctly, save it for future use. This page
setup is only necessary the first time you use the template to print the labels.

Requirements for Feeding the Printer

The label paper consists of two layers and has undergone multiple processing
procedures such as printing and cutting. No matter what model of printer you use,

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feed in the labels one page at a time. To avoid jamming the labels, never use the
auto-feed mode.
Feed in the label paper in the correct direction to ensure that the text is printed in
a correct position.

Requirements for the Printed Label

Make sure that the printed labels satisfy the following requirements:
● All the printouts must be on the label, and nothing should be printed on the
backing layer of the label page.
● Contents in the cells should be aligned in the center. In a single-line printout,
the dividing lines and the word "TO:" should not be covered by printed
characters.
● When the cells are merged and the printouts are made in multiple lines, avoid
covering the word "TO:" when printing the text. Use the space bar to move
the text to the next line.

12.1.4 Writing Labels

Writing Tools
To make sure the printouts are clear and legible, use black markers instead of
ball-point pens to write the labels.
If no marker is available, black ball-point pens are allowed, although not
recommended. Compared with ball-point pens, waterproof markers are better.
When writing with a ball-point pen, do not leave the oil on the label, which may
contaminate the label and blur the words.

NOTE

The delivered marker has two nibs. Use the smaller nib to write the labels.

Font
For the sake of legibility, use standard block letters and numbers as shown in
Table 12-1 (Times New Roman).

Table 12-1 Standard typeface for handwriting

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 A B C D E F G H

I J K L M N O P Q

R S T U V W X Y Z

Determine the size of characters based on the number of letters or digits and
ensure that the characters are distinct and tidy.
Placement of text on a label is shown in Figure 12-4.

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Figure 12-4 Placement of text on a label

12.1.5 Attaching Labels

After printing or writing the label, remove the label from the page and attach it to
the signal cable, or the identification plate of the power cable. The methods for
attaching labels are described in the following sections.

Label for Signal Cables

● Choose the place to attach labels.
The label is attached 2 cm (0.79 in.) from the connector on a signal cable. In
special cases (for example, to avoid cable bending or affecting other cables),
other positions are allowed to attach the labels. The rectangular part with
text is attached facing right or downward, as shown in Figure 12-5. The
details are as follows:
– The identification card is to the right of the cable in vertical cabling.
– The identification card should be downward when you lay out the cable
horizontally.

Figure 12-5 Text area of the label

● Procedure for attaching labels

Figure 12-6 shows the methods and procedures for attaching labels.

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Figure 12-6 Label for signal cables

Power Cable Label

Remove the label from the backing page, and attach it to the identification plate
on the cable tie. The label should be attached to the rectangular flute on the
identification plate, and attached to only one side of the identification plate. The
cable ties are bundled at 2 cm (0.79 in.) from the connectors, and other positions
are allowed in special circumstances.
Cable ties should be bound on both ends of a cable. After the bundling, the
finished identification plate should be on top of the cable in horizontal cabling, or
on the right side of the cable in vertical cabling, as shown in Figure 12-7. The
details are as follows:
● The identification card is to the right of the cable in vertical cabling.
● The identification card is on the top of the cable in horizontal cabling. Make
sure that the label is facing out.

Figure 12-7 Binding the label for the power cable

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12.1.6 Contents of Engineering Labels

Contents of Labels for Power Cables

Labels for power cables are affixed on only one side of the identification plates.
On the labels, there is information (the part after the word "TO:") about the
location of the device on the other end of the cable, like the location of control
cabinet, distribution box or power socket.

Contents of Labels for Signal Cables

The two sides of the label affixed on the signal cable carry information about the
location of the ports connected to both ends of the cable. Figure 12-8 shows the
information on both sides of the labels affixed to the signal cables.
● Area 1 contains the location information of the local end of the cable.
● Area 2 (with the word "TO:") contains the location information of the
opposite end of the cable.
● Area 3 has been folded up inside the label.

Figure 12-8 Printed parts on the label for signal cables

Seen from the cabling end of the equipment, the text part of the label is on the
right side of the cable. The side with "TO:" that is facing outside carries the
location information of the opposite end; and the other side carries the location
information of the local end.

In other words, the information in Area 1 at one end is the same as the
information in Area 2 at the other end of the cable.

12.1.7 Precautions for Using Engineering Labels

When using labels, pay attention to the following points:
● When printing, writing, or attaching labels, keep the labels clean.
● Since the label paper is made of moistureproof material, ink-jet printers and
ink pens cannot be used to print and write labels.
● Labels should be attached neatly. New-type labels are L-shaped. If they are
pasted at incorrect locations or in the incorrect direction, the appearance of
the device is affected.
● Power cable ties should be attached in the same positions on power cables,
with identification plates on the same side.
● The positions of "up", "down", "left" or "right" are all based on the viewpoint
of the engineering person who is working on the label.

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12.2 Engineering Labels for Optical Fibers

These labels are affixed to the optical fibers that connect the optical interfaces on
the boards in a chassis, or on the device boxes. There are two types of labels for
optical cables:
● One is for the fiber that connects the optical interfaces on two devices.
● The other is for the fiber that connects the device and the ODF.

12.2.1 Labels for the Optical Fibers Connecting Devices

Meaning of the Label

Table 12-2 lists information on both sides of the labels affixed to the optical fibers
that connect two devices.

Table 12-2 Information on labels affixed to the fibers between two devices

Content Meaning Example

MN-B-C-D- MN: cabinet M: The cabinet rows from front to back are
R/T number numbered from A to Z.
N: The cabinet columns from left to right are
numbered from 01 to 99.
For example, A01 is the cabinet in row A and
column 01.

B: chassis Numbered in bottom-up order with two digits,

number for example, 01.

C: physical Numbered in top-down and left-right order

slot number starting from 01. For example, 01 is the first slot
at the top left of the chassis.

D: optical Numbered in top-down and left-right order,

interface consistent with the port sequence number on
number. the device.

R: Receiving -
interface
T: optical
transmitting
interface

Example of the Label

Figure 12-9 shows a sample label on an optical fiber.

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Figure 12-9 Sample label on an optical fiber between two devices

The meaning of the label is listed in Figure 12-9.

● "A01-01-05-01-R" indicates that the local end of the optical fiber is connected
to the optical receiving interface 01 in slot 5, chassis 01 in the cabinet in row
A, column 01 in the machine room.
● "G01-01-01-01-T" indicates that the opposite end of the optical fiber is
connected with optical transmitting interface 01 in slot 01, chassis 01 in the
cabinet in row G, column 01 in the machine room.

12.2.2 Labels for the Optical Fibers Connecting the Device and
an ODF
Meaning of the Labels
Table 12-3 shows information on both sides of labels attached to an optical fiber
between a device and an optical distribution frame (ODF).

Table 12-3 Information on labels affixed to a fiber between a device and an ODF
Content Meaning Example

MN-B-C-D- MN: cabinet For example, A01.

R/T number

B: chassis Numbered in bottom-up order with two digits,

number for example, 01.

C: physical slot Numbered in top-down and left-right order

number starting from 01. For example, 01 is the first
slot at the top left of the chassis.

D: optical Numbered in top-down and left-right order,

interface consistent with the port sequence number on
number. the device.

R: Optical -
receiving
interface
T: optical
transmitting
interface

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Content Meaning Example

ODF-MN-B- MN: row M: The cabinet rows from front to back are
C-R/T number and numbered from A to Z.
column N: The cabinet columns from left to right are
number of an numbered from 01 to 99.
ODF
For example, G01 is the ODF of row G and
column 01.

B: row number Range from 01 to 99, for example, 01-01.

of the terminal
device

C: column
number of the
terminal
device

R: Optical -
receiving
interface
T: optical
transmitting
interface

Example of the Label

Figure 12-10 shows a sample label on an optical fiber.

Figure 12-10 Sample label on an optical fiber between the device and the ODF

Meaning of the label in Figure 12-10

● "ODF-G01-01-01-R" indicates that the local end of the optical fiber is
connected to the optical receiving terminal in row 01, column 01 of the ODF
in row G, column 01 in the machine room.
● "A01-01-05-01-R" indicates that the opposite end of the optical fiber is
connected to optical receiving interface 1 in slot 05, chassis 01 in the cabinet
in row A, column 01 in the machine room.

12.3 Engineering Labels for Network Cables

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Applicable Ranges
The labels can be applied to Ethernet cables.

Label Content
Table 12-4 shows the information on both sides of the labels affixed to Ethernet
cables.
You can also decide the label content based on the actual environment. If the
device is not installed in the cabinet, for example, you can remove the cabinet
number.

Table 12-4 Information on the Ethernet cables

Content Meaning Example

MN-B-C-D MN: cabinet For example, A01 is the first cabinet in row A.
number

B: chassis Numbered in bottom-up order with two

number digits, for example, 01.

C: physical slot Numbered with two digits in top-down and

number left-right order. For example, 01.

D: network port Numbered in top-down and left-right orders.

number For example, 01.

MN-Z MN: cabinet For example, B02 is the second cabinet in

number row B.

Z: Location Fill in the location number of the terminal

number device on site. If the cable is connected to a
device in a cabinet, specify the serial
numbers of the cabinet, the chassis, and the
Ethernet interface of the device. For example,
B02-03-12. If the cable is connected to the
Network Management Station (NMS),
specify the specific location of the NMS.

The contents of the labels for network cables connecting hubs and devices or
agents and the network cables for other purposes should be specified according to
actual connections. The details are as follows:
● For a network cable connecting a hub and device, the label on the hub end
should indicate the numbers of the chassis and cabinet where the hub resides,
and the serial number on the hub. The label on the device end should indicate
the number of the chassis and cabinet where the device is located. If the
device is a standalone device, provide the specific position of the device.
● For a network cable connecting a hub and an agent or terminal, the label on
the agent or terminal end should contain the serial number of the network
interface. The definitions of the cabinet number and chassis number are the
same as those described in Table 12-4.

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● If the hub is a standalone device without a cabinet or chassis, the label should
contain specific location information that identifies the hub.

The serial number on the hub, the network interface number of the agent or
terminal, and the location of the standalone device should be specified according
to actual connections.

Label Example
Figure 12-11 shows a sample label on an Ethernet cable.

Figure 12-11 Sample label on an Ethernet cable

Meaning of the label in Figure 12-11.

● "A01-03-01-01" indicates that one end of the network cable is connected to
network interface 01 in slot 01, chassis 03 of the cabinet in row A, column 01
in the equipment room.
● "B02-03-01" indicates that another end of the network cable is connected to
network interface 01 in chassis 03 of the cabinet on row B, column 02 in the
equipment room. No slot number is given.

12.4 Engineering Labels for User Cables

Attach labels to both ends of a user cable to indicate the locations of the cable on
the device and main distribution frame (MDF).

Meaning of the Engineering Labels for User Cables

Table 12-5 shows the contents of the labels.

Table 12-5 Contents of the engineering labels for user cables

Content Meaning Example

MN-B-C-D MN: cabinet For example, A01 is the first cabinet in row
number A.

B: frame Numbered in the bottom-up order with two

number digits, for example, 03.

C: physical slot Numbered with two digits in top-down and

number left-right order. For example, 01.

D: cable number Numbered with two digits in top-down and

left-right order. For example, 01.

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Content Meaning Example

MDF-MN-B-C MN: row M: The rows of cabinets from front to back

number and are numbered from A to Z. N: The columns
column number of cabinets from left to right are numbered
of the MDF from 01 to 99. For example, G01 is the MDF
of Row G and Column 01.

B: row number Ranges from 01 to 99, for example, 01-01.

of the terminal
device

C: column
number of the
terminal device

Example of the Label

Figure 12-12 shows a sample label on a user cable.

Figure 12-12 Sample label on a user cable

The meaning of the label in Figure 12-12 is as follows:

● "A01-03-01-01" indicates that the local end of the user cable is connected to
port 1 in slot 1, chassis 03 of the cabinet in row A, column 01 in the
equipment room.
● "MDF-G01-01-01" indicates that the opposite end of the user cable is
connected to the terminal in row 01, column 01 of the MDF in row G, column
01 in the equipment room.

12.5 Engineering Labels for Power Cables

12.5.1 Engineering Labels for DC Power Cables

These labels are affixed to the DC power cables that provide power supply for
cabinets, including the -48 V, PGND, and BGND cables. Here, the DC power cables
also include power cables and PGND cables.

The labels for DC power cables are affixed to one side of the identification plates
on cable ties. For details of the labels, see Table 12-6.

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Table 12-6 Contents of the label

Content Meaning

MN(BC)- MN(BC): BC is written right under MN.

B--48Vn B: chassis number, numbered in bottom-up order with two
digits, for example, 01.
MN(BC)-B-
BGND N: power socket number, numbered as 1 to 3 in the bottom-
up and left-to-right orders.
MN(BC)-B- On the loaded cabinet side, only MN is used to identify the
PGND cabinet.
On the power cabinet side, MN identifies the row and column
number of the power distribution equipment like a control
cabinet and distribution box, and BC identifies the row and
column number of the -48 V connector. If there is no row
number or column number, or the connector can be identified
without them, BC can be omitted. It is unnecessary to identify
the row and column number for BGND and PGND.

The label only carries location information about the destination direction of the
power cable whereas information about the local end is unnecessary. That is, the
label only carries location information about the opposite equipment, the control
cabinet, or the distribution box. Table 12-6 lists the information on two -48 V
power supplies on the label. The information on other DC voltages, such as 24 V
and 60 V should be given in similar methods.
Make sure that labels are affixed in the correct direction. That is, after the cable
ties are bundled onto the cable, the identification plates with the labels should
face up, and the text on the labels in the same cabinet should be in the same
direction. For details, see Figure 12-13.

Figure 12-13 Example of the labels for DC power cables

The meaning of the label in Figure 12-13 is as follows:

● On the loaded cabinet side, the label "A01/B08--48V2" on the cable indicates
that the cable is -48 V DC supply, which is from the eighth connector in row B
of -48 V bus bar in the cabinet in row A, and column 1 in the equipment
room.

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● On the distribution box side, the label "B03--48V2" indicates that the cable is
-48 V DC supply, connected to DC power socket 2 in row B, column 03 in the
equipment room.

NOTE

In the power distribution box or the first power cabinet of a row in a transmission
equipment room, every terminal block on the -48 V connector bar has a numeric
identification. For example, in the above label of "A01/B08--48V2", "08" (or sometimes "8")
is the numeric identification of the terminal block.

PGND and BGND are two copper bars, on which the terminal blocks are short-
circuited. Therefore, it makes no difference which terminal is connected to them. It
is only necessary to give the row and column of the power distribution box,
instead of giving the specific serial number of the terminal block on the copper
bar. For example, if the label on the loaded cabinet side is "A01-BGND", it means
that the power cable is a BGND that connects BGND copper bar in the power
distribution box in row A, column 01 in the machine room. Information on the
labels for PGND cables should be given in a similar way.

12.5.2 Engineering Labels for AC Power Cables

These labels are affixed to both ends of an AC power cable that provides AC
power supply to cabinets, including 110/220 V, PGND, and BGND cables. The
110/220 V AC cables and related PGND and BGND cables are covered with an
insulating sheath, so the labels need to contain only the word "AC" and the
cabinet numbers.
The labels for AC power cables are affixed to one side of the identification plates
on cable ties. For details, see Table 12-7.

Table 12-7 Label content

Content Meaning

MN-(B)-ACn MN: serial number of the cabinet or the socket where the
power is led in
B: chassis number, numbered in bottom-up order with two
digits, for example, 01.
n: power port number, numbered as 1 to 3 in bottom-up and
left-to-right order.
Serial number of the socket where the power is led in: the
location of the socket is marked according to the actual
situation. If the sockets can be identified by row numbers and
column numbers, they can be numbered following the same
rule for the cabinets. If the sockets cannot be identified by
rows and columns, specify the detailed locations to avoid
confusion with other sockets.

The label only carries location information about the opposite equipment and the
power socket; information about the local end is unnecessary.
Make sure that labels are affixed in the correct direction. That is, after the cable
ties are bundled onto the cable, the identification plates with the labels should

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face up, and the text on the labels in the same cabinet should be in the same
direction, as shown in Figure 12-14.

Figure 12-14 Labels for AC power cables

Meaning of the label in Figure 12-14.

● On the equipment cabinet side, the label marked "A01-AC1" indicates that
the power cable is connected to the first AC power socket of row A and
column 01 in the equipment room.
● On the power socket side, the label marked "B01-AC1" indicates that the
power cable is connected to the first AC power socket in the cabinet of row B
and column 01 in the equipment room.

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13 Appendix E Guide to Using Optical

Modules

Common Faults of an Optical Module

1. An optical module is not completely installed in position.
If the optical module is not completely installed in position and the latch boss
is not secured, the device cannot identify the optical module. After the optical
module works for a long time, it will be ejected under external stress.
2. The optical receptacle on an optical module is contaminated.
If an optical module is not cleaned or protected properly, contaminants may
accumulate on the fiber pin in the optical module. As a result, the coupling
efficiency is reduced, optical signals are cut off, or even worse, the surface of
the fiber pin is damaged permanently.
3. An optical module is burnt.
If high-power optical signals (caused by an optical time domain reflectometer
or self-loop test) are transmitted through an optical module that is used for
long-distance transmission but no optical attenuator is used, the optical
power will exceed the overload power of the avalanche photodiode (APD).
Then the optical module is burnt.
The preceding faults lead to temporary or long-term cut-off of optical signals; or
even cause permanent damages to the optical module, affecting communication
services.

Measures to Prevent a Loosened Optical Module

1. When installing an optical module, insert it in position. If you hear a click or
feel a slight shake, it indicates that the latch boss is secured.
If the latch boss is not secured, the gold finger of the optical module is not in
good contact with the connector on the board. In this case, the link may be
connected but optical signals will be cut off or the optical module will be
loosened when the optical module is shaken or hit.
2. Figure 13-1 shows the release handle on an optical module when it is open
and closed. When inserting the optical module, make sure that the release
handle is closed. At this time, the latch boss locks the optical module. After

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the optical module is inserted, try pulling it out to see if it is installed in

position. If the optical module cannot be pulled out, it is secured.

Figure 13-1 State of the release handle

Measures to Prevent Receptacle Contamination

1. Cleaning tissues must be prepared on site. You need to clean the optical
connector before inserting it in the receptacle. This protects the receptacle
against contamination on the surface of the optical connector.

Figure 13-2 Cleaning optical fibers with special cleaning tissues

NOTE

Place at least three cleaning tissues on the work bench. As shown in Figure 13-2, wipe
the end of an optical connector from left to right or from right to left on a cleaning
tissue, and then move the connector end to the unused part of the cleaning tissue to
continue.
2. Cover an unused optical module with a protective cap to prevent dust, as
shown in Figure 13-3.

Figure 13-3 Installing a protective cap

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If no protective cap is available, use fibers to protect the optical module, as

shown in Figure 13-4.

Figure 13-4 Using fibers to protect an optical module

3. Cover unused optical connectors with protective caps, as shown in Figure

13-5, and then lay out fibers on the fiber rack or coil them in a fiber
management tray to prevent fibers from being squeezed.

Figure 13-5 Installing a protective cap on a fiber

4. If a receptacle or an optical connector has not been used for a long time and
is not covered with a protective cap, you need to clean it before using it. Clean
a receptacle with a cotton swab, as shown in Figure 13-6. Clean an optical
connector with cleaning tissues.

Figure 13-6 Cleaning a receptacle with a cotton swab

NOTICE

When cleaning a receptacle, insert the cotton swab and turn it slowly in the
receptacle. Do not use too much strength because the receptacle may be
damaged.

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5. If optical signals are lost during the operation of a device, use the preceding
method to clean the receptacle or the optical connector. In this manner, the
possibility of contamination can be excluded.

Measures to Prevent an Optical Module from Being Burnt

1. Before using an optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR) to test the
connectivity or the attenuation of optical signals, disconnect the optical fibers
from the optical module. Otherwise, the optical module will be burnt.
2. When performing a self-loop test, use an optical attenuator. Do not loosen
the optical connector instead of the optical attenuator.

Precautions
1. The optical connector should be vertically inserted in the receptacle to avoid
damages to the receptacle.
2. Fibers must be inserted into optical modules of the corresponding type. That
is, multimode fibers must be inserted into multimode optical modules, and
single mode fibers must be inserted into single mode optical modules. If a
fiber is inserted into an optical module of a different mode, faults may occur.
For example, optical signals will be lost.

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14 Appendix F Fault Tag

*Customer name:

Address:

Contact person:

Tel.: Fax:

Category*: □ RMA □ Return □ Analysis

Description
Fault of the Fault
BOM Product Bar Occurring Phenomena Categor Software
Code Description Code* Date* * y No.* Version*

Reasons for Repairing (Category No.):

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Category No. includes the following eight types:

F001 - Wear out damaged (◊ In warranty Period ◊ Out of warranty period)
F002 - Deployment damaged
F003 - Intransit damaged
F004 - Version upgrade
F005 - Batch replace
F007 - Overdue spare parts inspecting
F008 - Others
F011 - Running circumstance change

Note:
● For optical interface cards returned, the optical interfaces should be covered
with protection caps.
● In general, the analysis card will not be returned to you. If you have any
special requirements, please contact Huawei.
● One Fault Tag should be adapted in one return category, such as RMA/
Return/Analysis.
● The items marked with "*" are the mandatory fields that you must fill in.

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