Prepare to Install Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel

This chapter explains how to prepare for the installation of the Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel.


Note

The tasks in this chapter also apply to the N1K-MD-32E-C= patch panel in the Cisco NCS 1000 Series Mux/Demux Patch Panels, unless otherwise specified.


Note
In this chapter, "patch panel" refers to the "Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel".

Package Contents

You can order Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panels along with the components.

The package contains the following:

  • Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel.

  • Accessory kit―Includes all the hardware necessary for the patch panel installation on the 19", 23" and ETSI rack. The following list provides the contents of the accessory kits.

    • Double hole ground lug (1)

    • Tie wrap with UL94V-0 flammability rate (3)

    • 16 x 160mm (W x L) Velcro strips (4)

    • Optical fiber network saddle (5)

    • M6 x 12mm long Philips pan head screws (ETSI Rack compatible) (4)

    • ETSI brackets (2)

    • 23-inch mounting brackets (2)

Unpack and Verify NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel

This procedure describes the steps for unpacking and verifying both the components.

Procedure

Step 1

When you receive Cisco NCS 1000 32-Channel Mux/Demux Patch Panel at the installation site, open the top of the box. The Cisco Systems logo is on the side of the box.

Step 2

Unpack and inspect the module. The package includes these components:

For more information on the package contents, see Package Contents.

Step 3

To remove the patch panel, grasp the side of the patch panel and lift the panel out of the box.

Step 4

If there is any damage, call your Cisco sales engineer for a replacement.