Cisco OL-7861-01 User Manual
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Cisco XR 12000 Series Router
Ethernet Line Card Installation
August 1, 2005
Document Part Number: OL-7861-01
This guide contains instructions for installing Ethernet line cards in supported Cisco XR 12000 Series
Routers. Also included are basic troubleshooting techniques to help in line card installation.
This installation guide includes the following sections:
• Important Information, page 2
• Product Overviews, page 4
• Preparing for Installation, page 8
• Removing and Installing a Line Card, page 10
• Removing and Installing EPAs, page 15
• Removing and Installing GBICs, page 22
• Removing and Installing SFP Modules, page 25
• Line Card Cable-Management Bracket, page 36
• Cabling and Specifications, page 41
• Verifying and Troubleshooting the Installation, page 57
• Line Card Memory, page 64
• Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information, page 78
• Obtaining Documentation, page 82
• Obtaining Technical Assistance, page Boilerplate 1
• Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page Boilerplate
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Important Information
Important Information
This section contains information about the following topics:
• Ethernet Line Card Product Numbers, page 2
• Router Hardware Installation, page 2
• Cisco IOS Software Release and Hardware Revision Requirements, page 3
• Memory Options, page 4
• Related Documentation, page 4
Ethernet Line Card Product Numbers
Table 1 lists the Cisco product numbers to which this publication applies. This guide replaces the
individual Ethernet line card installation documents for the Cisco 12000 Series Router.
Table 1 Ethernet Line Card Product Numbers
Ethernet Line Card Cisco Product Number
4-Port Gigabit Ethernet Internet Services
Engine (ISE) Line Card
10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card 10X1GE-SFP-LC=
1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card 1X10GE-LR-SC=
4GE-SFP-LC=
10X1GE-SFP-LC-B=
1X10GE-ER-SC=
Router Hardware Installation
Forhardware installation information for Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers, referto the installation guide
for your router. The guide includes information on the router switch fabric and how it affects operation
of the line card, as well as line card slot locations, slot width, and other requirements.
Also refer to the field-replacable unit (FRU) publications that describe how to install, maintain, and
replace router subsystems, such as cooling fans, power supplies, chassis backplanes, and so on.
Supported Platforms
Table 2 lists the supported router platforms for Ethernet line cards:
Table 2 Ethernet Line Card Supported Router Platforms
Ethernet Line Card Supported Platform
4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE All Cisco 12000 Series Routers
10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet All Cisco 12400 and 12800 Routers
1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet All Cisco 12400 and 12800 Routers
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Important Information
Note The Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers must have a full set of switch fabric cards installed to support the
requirements of the Ethernet line cards. See the appropriate Cisco 12000 Series Router installation
guide for information about the switch fabric and other related requirements.
Note Because the 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet, 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet, and Modular Gigabit Ethernet line
cards require a card cage slot that is 1.8 inches (4.5 centimeters) wide, you can use these line cards in
only the Cisco 12416 Router, Cisco 12410 Router, Cisco 12406 Router, Cisco 12404 Router, Cisco
12816 Router, and Cisco 12810 Router.
Cisco IOS Software Release and Hardware Revision Requirements
The Ethernet line cards have certain Cisco IOS software requirements. Also, to ensure compatibility with
the software, your Ethernet line card should have a specific hardware revision number. The number is
printed on a label affixed to the component side of the card and is displayed by the show diag command.
Table 3 lists the hardware and software requirements for Ethernet line cards.
Table 3 Ethernet Line Card and Cisco IOS Release and Hardware Version Compatibility
Line Card
Ethernet Line Card
4-Port Gigabit
Ethernet ISE
10-Port 1-Gigabit
Ethernet
1-Port 10-Gigabit
Ethernet
1. Cisco IOS Release 12.0(22)S does not support the 1X10GE-LR-SC Ethernet line cards.
Part Number Minimum IOS Software Release
4GE-SFP-LC= Cisco IOS Release 12.0(25)S or later 73-8517-03, revision A0 or later
10X1GE-LC= 12.0(19)S or later release of 12.0S; or 12.0(19)ST or
later release of 12.0ST
10X1GE-LC-B= 12.0(21)S or later release of 12.0S; or 12.0(21)ST or
1X10GE-LR-SC=
(LR laser optical
transceiver)
1X10GE-ER-SC=
(ER laser optical
transceiver)
later release of 12.0ST
12.0(23)S, or later, release of 12.0S
12.0(23)S, or later release of 12.0S 73-7182-01 or later
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The show diag slot_number, show version, and show hardware commands display the current
hardware configuration of the router, including the system software version that is currently loaded and
running, and the hardware revision number. For complete descriptions of show commands, refer to the
Cisco IOS Configuration Fundamentals Configuration Guide and the Cisco IOS Configuration
Fundamentals Command Reference for the installed Cisco IOS release.
If the command displays indicate that the Cisco IOS software is a version earlier than you need, check
the contents of flash memory to determine if the required images are available on your system. The dir
devicename command displays a list of all files stored in flash memory. If you do not have the correct
software version, contact Cisco customer service.
For software configuration information, refer to the Cisco IOS software configuration and command
reference publications for the installed Cisco IOS release. Also refer to the Cisco IOS software release
notes for additional information.
Required
Hardware Version
73-5479-06 or later
73-7673-02 or later
73-7182-01 or later
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Product Overviews
Memory Options
Ethernet line card memory options vary by line card. See “Line Card Memory” section on page 64 for
more information.
Related Documentation
This publication describes the basic installation of a Ethernet line card. For complete configuration
information, refer to the following publications:
• Cisco IOS XR Interface and Hardware Component Configuration Guide, Release 3.2
• Cisco IOS XR Interface and Hardware Component Command Reference, Release 3.2
• Cisco IOS XR Release 3.2 Release Notes for Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers
• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers
See the “Obtaining Documentation” section on page Boilerplate 1for information on how to obtain these
publications.
Product Overviews
The following sections provide information about the Ethernet line card products:
• 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE Line Card, page 5
• 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card, page 6
• 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card, page 8
Ethernet Line Card Comparison
Table 4 provides comparative information about Ethernet line cards. The first Ethernet line card has a
Fast Ethernet interface and the others have a Gigabit Ethernet interface.
Table 4 Ethernet Line Card Hardware Comparison
Line Card
Ethernet Line Card
4-Port Gigabit
Ethernet ISE
10-Port 1-Gigabit
Ethernet
Part Number Ports
4GE-SFP-LC= 4 X Single-mode or multimode fiber
10X1GE-SFP-LC= 10 X Single-mode or multimode fiber
10X1GE-SFP-LC-B= 10 X Single-mode or multimode fiber
GBIC
Pluggable
SFP
Pluggable
Insertable EPA
Daughter Card Cable and Connector
with LC connectors (depends on
SFP)
with LC connectors (depends on
SFP)
with LC connectors (depends on
SFP)
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Table 4 Ethernet Line Card Hardware Comparison (continued)
Product Overviews
Ethernet Line Card
1-Port 10-Gigabit
Ethernet
Caution To preventsystem problems, do not use Gigabit Interface Converters(GBICs) from third-party vendors.
Caution Only use small form-factor pluggable modules (SFPs) supplied by Cisco in Cisco XR 12000 Series
Line Card
Part Number Ports
1X10GE-LR-SC=
(LR laser optical
GBIC
Pluggable
SFP
Pluggable
Insertable EPA
Daughter Card Cable and Connector
1 Single-mode fiber with SC
connectors
transceiver)
1X10GE-ER-SC=
(ER laser optical
1 Single-mode fiber with SC
connectors
transceiver)
Use only the GBIC that shipped with your Ethernet line card. The GBIC might contain an internal
EPROM that identifies it to the Cisco IOS software.
Routers. Each SFP module contains an internal serial number that is security programmed by the SFP
module manufacturer with information that provides a way for Cisco (through the Cisco IOS software)
to identify and validate the SFP module as a module type that is qualified by Cisco to operate with
Gigabit Ethernet line cards. Unapproved SFP modules (those not purchased directly from Cisco) do not
work.
4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE Line Card
The 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE line card provides Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers with four optical
Gigabit Ethernet interfaces on a single line card, using field replaceable SFP modules. The line card
provides high-speed connections to other network devices, such as another Cisco XR 12000 Series
Router, other routers, or layer-2 and layer-3 switches that support Gigabit Ethernetinterfaces.The 4-Port
Gigabit Ethernet line card throughput is limited to 4 million packets per second (4 Mpps) at 64 bytes, so
all four ports cannot run at line rate.
Figure 1 shows the front view of the 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE line card.
Figure 1 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE Line Card
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1 Ejector lever (one at each end) 3 Alphanumeric LEDs
2 Status LEDs (one set per port) 4 Port (provided by SFP module)
Table 5 summarizes the optics and connectors used by the 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE line card.
Table 5 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE Line Card Optics and Connector Types
Part Number Optics/Transmission Maximum Distance Connector Type
4GE-SFP-LC See Table 14 on page 48. See Table 14 on page 48.LC
For more information, refer to the “Gigabit Ethernet SFP Modules” section on page 47 and the “Cabling
and Specifications” section on page 41.
The 4-Port Gigabit Ethernet ISE line card ships with 256 MB of route memory and 512 MB of packet
memory. Route memory is field serviceable. For more information on memory, see the “Line Card
Memory” section on page 64.
10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
The 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet line card, which is designed for high-density and server-aggregation
applications, provides the Cisco 12400 and 12800 Routers with 10 optical 802.3 Gigabit Ethernet
interfaces on a single line card. These interfaces provide high-speed connections to other network
devices, such as another Cisco 12000 Series Router, other routers, or layer-2 or layer-3 switches that
support Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. Figure 2 shows a front view of the line card.
The 10 ports on the front panel of the line card are numbered 0 through 9, from the top of the card to the
bottom. Each port consists of a receptacle for a field-replaceable SFP laser optical transceiver module,
which is inserted into the receptacle to provide the Gigabit Ethernet optical interface.
Next to each port on theline card are three green LEDs, aligned vertically and labeled from top to bottom
as follows: LINK, ACTIVE, and RX FRAME.
Note The 10X1GE-SFP-LC-B version of this card is not shown. The 10X1GE-SFP-LC-B model
of the 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet line card is enhanced with minor hardware features that
are not available with the original design.
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Figure 2 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
LINK
ACTIVE
RX FRAME
LINK
ACTIVE
RX FRAME
0
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1 SFP module receptacle 2 Port status LEDs 3 Alphanumeric LEDs
Table 6 summarizes the optics and connectors used by the 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet line card.
Table 6 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card Optics and Connector Types
Part Number Optics/Transmission Maximum Distance Connector Type
10X1GE-SFP-LC,
10X1GE-SFP-LC-B
See Table 14 on page 48. See Table 14 on page 48.LC
For more information, refer to the “Gigabit Ethernet SFP Modules” section on page 47 and “Cabling and
Specifications” section on page 41.
The 10-Port 1-Gigabit Ethernet line card ships with the following memory configurations installed:
• 256 MB of route processor memory (Product Number MEM-LC4-256)
• 512 MB of packet memory (Product Number MEM-LC4-PKT-512)—256 MB in both the receive
and transmit directions
Line card memory on Engine 4 line cards (packet and route memory) is not field replaceable. For more
information on memory, see the “Line Card Memory” section on page 64.
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1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
The 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card provides the supported Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers with
one optical 802.3ae 10-Gigabit Ethernet interface. This interface provides a high-speed connection to
other network devices, such as Cisco XR 12000 Series Routers, or to other routers or layer-2 or layer-3
switches that support 10-Gigabit Ethernet interfaces. Figure 3 shows the front view of the line card.
The port on the front panel of the line card is port number 0. This port uses a hardwired laser optical
transceiver to provide a 10-Gigabit Ethernet optical interface. The transceiver consists of two optical
interfaces—laser transmit (TX) and laser receive (RX)—that use SC connectors.
Next to the port on the line card are three green LEDs, aligned vertically and labeled from top to bottom
as follows: LINK, ACTIVE, and RX FRAME.
Figure 3 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
LINK
ACTIVE
4
RX FRAME
1X10GE-LR-SC
51 2
6
TX
RX
3
1 Ejector lever 3 RX port 5 Alphanumeric LEDs
2 TX port 4 Status LEDs 6 Ejector lever
Table 7 summarizes the optics and connectors used by the 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card.
Table 7 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet Line Card Optics and Connector Types
Part Number Optics/Transmission Maximum Distance Connector Type
1X10GE-LR-SC 1550 nm (send),
1300 nm-1570 nm (receive)
1X10GE-ER-SC 1550 nm (send),
1300 nm-1570 nm (receive)
20 km SC
75 km SC
For more information, refer to the “10-Gigabit Ethernet” section on page 49 and the “Cabling and
Specifications” section on page 41.
The 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card ships with 256 MB of route processor memory and 512 MB of
packet memory. The memory in the 1-Port 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card is not field replaceable. For
more information on memory, see the “Line Card Memory” section on page 64.
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Preparing for Installation
The following sections provide information about preparing to install line cards:
• Safety Guidelines, page 9
• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge, page 9
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• Required Tools and Equipment, page 10
Safety Guidelines
Before you perform any procedure in this publication, review the safety guidelines in this section to
avoid injuring yourself or damaging the equipment.
The following guidelines are for your safety and to protect equipment. The guidelines do not include all
hazards. Be alert.
Note Review the safety warnings listed in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for
Cisco 12000 Series Internet Router publication (Document Number 78-4347-xx) that accompanied your
router before installing, configuring, or maintaining a line card.
• Keep the work area clear and dust free during and after installation. Do not allow dirt or debris to
• Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or other items that could get caught in the router while working
• Cisco equipment operates safely when it is used in accordance with its specifications and product
Preparing for Installation
enter into any laser-based components.
with line cards.
usage instructions.
Before working with laser optics, read the “Laser Safety” section on page 81.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which can occur when electronic cards or components are
improperly handled, results in complete or intermittent failures. Electromagnetic interference (EMI)
shielding is an integral component of the line card. Cisco recommends using an ESD-preventive strap
whenever you are handling network equipment or one of its components.
The following are guidelines for preventing ESD damage:
• Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact.
Connect the equipment end of the connection cord to an ESD connection socket on the router or to
bare metal on the chassis.
• Handle Ethernet line cards by the captive installation screws, the provided handle, ejector levers, or
the line card metal carrier only; avoid touching the board or connector pins.
• Place removed Ethernet line cards board-side-up on an antistatic surface or in a static shielding bag.
If you plan to return the component to the factory, immediately place it in a static shielding bag.
• Avoid contact between the Ethernet line cards and clothing. The wrist strap only protects the board
from ESD voltages on the body; ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
Warning
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the ESD strap. The measurement should be
between 1 and 10 megohms.
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Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and parts to remove and install Ethernet line cards:
• Flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver
• ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and instructions
• Interface cables to connect the Ethernet line card with another router or switch
• Any EPAs, GBICs, SFP modules, or memory you need to install (and are not already installed)
Note If you need additional equipment, see Cisco.com or your service representative for ordering information.
Refer to the individual line card descriptions in the “Product Overviews” section on page 4 for more
information. Table 4 on page 4 summarized the hardware requirements for each Ethernet line card.
Removing and Installing a Line Card
The following sections provide procedures for removing or installing a line card:
• Guidelines for Line Card Removal and Installation, page 10
• Removing a Line Card, page 11
• Installing a Line Card, page 13
Note See the “Guidelines for Line Card Removal and Installation” section on page 10 before removing a line
card while power to the router is on.
Note The procedures in the following sections use illustrations of a Cisco 12012 Internet Router to support
the descriptions of removing and installing line cards. Although the card cages of the Cisco 12000 Series
Routers differ in the number of card slots, the designated use of slots and the process of removing and
installing a line card are basically the same. Therefore, separate procedures and illustrations for other
Cisco routers are not included in this publication.
Guidelines for Line Card Removal and Installation
Guidelines for line card removal and installation include the following:
• Online insertion and removal (OIR) is supported, enabling youto removeand install line cards while
the router is operating. OIR is seamless to users on the network, maintains all routing information,
and ensures session preservation.
Note With OIR, notifying the software or resetting the power is not required. However, you have the
option of using the shutdown command before removing a line card.
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• After you reinstall a line card, the router automatically downloads the necessary software from the
route processor (RP). Next, the router brings online only those interfaces that match the current
configuration and were previously configured as administratively up. You must configure all others
with the configure command.
Caution The router may indicate a hardware failure if you do not follow proper procedures. Remove
or insert only one line card at a time. Allow at least 15 seconds for the router to complete the
preceding tasks before removing or inserting another line card.
After removing and inserting a line card into the same slot, allow at least 60 seconds before
removing or inserting another line card.
• Line cards have two ejector levers to release the card from its backplane connector. Use the levers
when you are removing the line card and to seat the line card firmly in its backplane connector when
you are installing the line card. The ejector levers align and seat the card connectors in the
backplane.
Caution When you remove a line card, always use the ejector levers to ensure that the connector pins
disconnect from the backplane in the sequence expected by the router. Any card that is only
partially connected to the backplane can halt the router.
When you install a line card, always use the ejector levers to ensure that the card is correctly
aligned with the backplane connector; the connector pins should make contact with the
backplane in the correct order, indicating that the card is fully seated in the backplane. If a
card is only partially seated in the backplane, the router will hang and subsequently crash.
Removing a Line Card
If you are replacing a failed line card, remove the existing line card first, then install the new line card
in the same slot. To remove a line card, use Figure 4 as a reference and follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Disconnect and remove all interface cables from the ports; note the current connections of the cables to
the ports on the line card.
Step 3 Detach the line card cable-management bracket from the line card.
Step 4 Use a screwdriver to loosen the captive screw at each end of the line card faceplate. (See Figure 4a.)
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Figure 4 Line Card Removal and Installation
a
Loosen
captive
screws
b
Pivot ejector
levers away
from card to
unseat card
c
Grasp card carrier to
slide card out of slot
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Caution When you remove a line card, always use the ejector levers to ensure that the line card connector pins
disconnect from the backplane in the logical sequence expected by the router. Any line card that is only
partially connected to the backplane can halt the router.
Step 5 Simultaneously pivot the ejector levers away from each other to release the line card from the backplane
connector. (See Figure 4b.)
Step 6 Grasp the ejector levers and pull the line card halfway out of the slot.
Step 7 Grasp the line card and gently pull it straight out of the slot, keeping your other hand under the line card
to guide it. (See Figure 4c.) Avoid touching the line card printed circuit board, components, or any
connector pins.
Step 8 Place the removed line card on an antistatic mat, or immediately place it in an antistatic bag if you plan
to return it to the factory.
Step 9 If the line card slot is to remain empty, install a line card blank (Product Number MAS-GSR-BLANK)
to keep dust out of the chassis and to maintain proper airflow through the line card compartment. Secure
the line card blank to the chassis by tightening its captive screws.
Caution Be careful not to damage or disturb the EMI spring fingers located on the front edge of the card face
plate.
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For information on disconnecting interface cables, see the “Removing and Installing Fiber-Optic
Interface Cables” section on page 51.
For information on removing the cable-management bracket, see the “Removing a Line Card
Cable-Management Bracket” section on page 38.
Installing a Line Card
A line card slides into almost any available line card slot and connects directly to the backplane. If you
install a new line card, you must first remove the line card blank from the available slot.
Note Refer to the installation and configuration guide for your router for information on line card slot types,
slot width, and slot location.
Caution The router may indicate a hardware failure if you do not follow proper procedures. Remove or insert
only one line card at a time. Allow at least 15 seconds for the router to complete the preceding tasks
before removing or inserting another line card.
Removing and Installing a Line Card
To install a line card, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Choose an available line card slot for the line card, and verify that the line card interface cable is long
enough for you to connect the line card with any external equipment.
Caution To prevent ESD damage, handle line cards by the captive installation screws, the provided handle,
ejector levers, or the card carrier edges only. Do not touch any of the electrical components or circuitry.
Step 3 Grasp the faceplate (or handle) of the line card with one hand and place your other hand under the card
carrier to support the weight of the card; position the card for insertion into the card cage slot. Avoid
touching the line card printed circuit board, components, or any connector pins.
Step 4 Carefully slide the line card into the slot until the ejector levers make contact with the edges of the card
cage, then stop when the ejector lever hooks catch the lip of the card cage. If they do not catch, try
reinserting the line card until the ejector lever hooks are fully latched. (See Figure 5.)
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Figure 5 Ejector Levers
When inserting a card, make
sure the ejector lever hooks
catch the lip of the card cage.
Caution When you install a line card, always use the ejector levers to ensure that the card is correctly aligned
with the backplane connector, the card connector pins make contact with the backplane in the correct
order, and the card is fully seated in the backplane. A card that is only partially seated in the backplane
can cause the router to hang and subsequently crash.
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Step 5 Simultaneously pivot both ejector levers toward each other until they are perpendicular to the line card
faceplate. This action firmly seats the card in the backplane.
Step 6 Use a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver to tighten the captive screw on each end of the line card faceplate
to ensure proper EMI shielding and to prevent the line card from becoming partially dislodged from the
backplane.
Caution To ensure adequate space for additional line cards, alwaystighten the captive installation screwson each
newlyinstalledline card beforeyou insert any additional line cards. These screws also prevent accidental
removal and provide proper grounding and EMI shielding for the router.
Step 7 Install the cable-management bracket.
Step 8 Install GBIC or SFP modules, and EPA daughter cards, in the line cards that use them.
Step 9 Install the interface cables.
For information on installing cable-management brackets, see the “Installing a Line Card
Cable-Management Bracket” section on page 40.
For information on installing EPAs, see the “Removing and Installing EPAs” section on page 15.
For information on installing GBICs, see the “Removing and Installing GBICs” section on page 22.
For information on installing SFP modules, see the “Removing and Installing SFP Modules” section on
page 25.
For information on installing interface cables, see the “Removing and Installing Fiber-Optic Interface
Cables” section on page 51.
For information on verifying and troubleshooting the hardware installation, see the “Verifying and
Troubleshooting the Installation” section on page 57.
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Removing and Installing EPAs
The Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card ships with 0, 1, 2, or 3 EPAs installed. If you need to add or
change an EPA, follow the procedures in these sections:
• Removing an EPA from the Modular Gigabit Ethernet Line Card, page 15
• Inserting an EPA into a Modular Gigabit Ethernet Line Card, page 17
Figure 6 shows an exploded mechanical view of a Gigabit Ethernet EPA with three line card SFP
receptacles, an SFP module, and a duplex LC-type cable.
Figure 6 Removing and Replacing EPAs
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Removing an EPA from the Modular Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
You can remove an EPA from the Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card with or without the SFP modules
installed.
To remove an EPA from your Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card, use Figure 7 on page 16 as a reference
and follow these steps:
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Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use.
Step 2 Disconnect the LC-type fiber-optic cable connector from the SFP module.
Note which cable connector plug is TX and which is RX for reattachment.
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Step 3 Insert a dust plug into the optical ports of the SFP module to keep the optical interfaces clean.
Step 4 Remove the Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card from the chassis, as described in the “Removing a Line
Card” section on page 11, and place the line card on a clean, flat surface.
Step 5 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen and unscrew the two screws that connect the EPA to the line card,
located on the faceplate of the line card, as shown in Figure 7A.
Step 6 Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen and unscrew the one screw that connects the EPA to the inside of
the line card, as shown in Figure 7B.
Step 7 Gently lift up on one corner of the EPA to disconnect the EPA from the line card, as shown in
Figure 7C.
Caution To prevent ESD damage, handle EPAs by the card carrier edges only.
Caution Avoid touching the EPA printed circuit board, components, or any connector pins.
Figure 7 Removing an EPA
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If the EPA bay is to remain empty, install an EPAblank (Product Number MAS-EPA-BLANK=) to keep
dust out of the line card and to maintain proper airflow and EMI through the line card and chassis.
Inserting an EPA into a Modular Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
To insert an EPA into the Modular Gigabit Ethernet line card, follow these steps:
Removing and Installing EPAs
Warning
Youmust use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap to do this procedure. Attach an ESD-preventive
wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use, before you do this procedure.
Step 1 First, read the yellow caution label on the EPA. Figure 8 shows a sample of this caution label.
Figure 8 Locations of Labels and Reference Points on the EPA
ATTENTION:
USE CARE DURING INSTALLATION OF EPA CARD,
MIS-ALIGNMENT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
CONNECTOR AT THE UNDERSIDE REAR OF THE PCB.
DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE FRONT
PANEL OR TOP SURFACE DURING INSTALLATION OR
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Caution The connectors must be engagedwithout any angular misalignment. Engaging theconnectors at an angle
will cause damage to the connectors.
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Step 2 Ensure that the connector guide pins are aligned, and mate the connector of the EPA to the connector on
the line card, as shown in Figure 9 and Figure 10. Figure 10 shows two side views of the EPA and line
card.
Figure 9 Mating the Connector of the EPA to the Line Card
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Figure 10 Side Views - Mating the Connector of the EPA to the Line Card
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Removing and Installing EPAs
Step 3 Ensure that the connector guide pins are aligned. Once the connector is engaged, apply gentle pressure
with your thumbs to the two rear outer corners of the EPA, as shown in Figure 11 and Figure 12.
Figure 11 Press on the Rear Outer Corners of the EPA
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Figure 12 Rear Outer Corners of the EPA (Close-up)
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Step 4 Press gently on the white labels in middle of the outer edge of the EPA as shown in Figure 13 to ensure
that the connector is fully seated.
Figure 13 Press on the White Labels on the EPA
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Step 5 Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the screwon the EPA,3to 5 in-lbs, as shownin Figure 14.
Caution Apply no more than 5 in-lbs of torque when tightening the screw.
Figure 14 Inserting and Tightening the Screw on the EPA
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Step 6 Use a Phillips screwdriver to insert and tighten the two screws on the faceplate of the line card,
3 to 5 in-lbs, as shown in Figure 15.
Caution Apply no more than 5 in-lbs of torque when tightening the screw.
Figure 15 Inserting the 2 screws on the Faceplate of the Line Card
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Removing and Installing GBICs
Your Ethernet line card may have shipped with a GBIC installed. If your line card arrived without the
GBIC installed and you need to install it now, or if you need to change your GBIC for another reason,
use the procedures in these sections:
• General GBIC Handling and Maintenance Guidelines, page 23
• Removing the GBIC from an Ethernet Line Card, page 23
• Inserting a GBIC into the Gigabit Ethernet Interface, page 24
Before you remove or install a GBIC, read the installation information in this section and the “Laser
Safety” section on page 81.
Note Cisco strongly recommends that you disconnect all fiber-optic cables before removing or installing a
GBIC.
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Caution To prevent system problems, do not use GBICs from third-party vendors. Use only the GBIC that
shipped with your Gigabit Ethernet line card. These GBICs might contain an internal EPROM that
identifies them to the Cisco IOS software.
Caution To prevent problems associated with data transmission, you must attach this device only to
IEEE 802.3x-compliant devices.
Note The Ethernet line card supports online insertion and removal (OIR) of GBICs. This means that you can
remove and replace GBICs while the system remains powered up. When you remove a GBIC, the
interface becomes inactive because a GBIC is not detected in the GBIC receptacle.
General GBIC Handling and Maintenance Guidelines
Follow these GBIC handling and maintenance guidelines:
• GBICs are static sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, follow the guidelines described in the
“Preventing Electrostatic Discharge” section on page 9.
• GBICs are dust sensitive. When the GBIC is stored or when a fiber-optic cable is not plugged into
one of the optical ports on the GBIC, always insert an optical port dust plug.
• Keep the optical port clean. The most common source of contamination in the optical ports is debris
that collects on the ferrules of the optical cable connectors. Use an alcohol swab or Kim-Wipe to
clean the ferrules of the cable connector before inserting it into the GBIC.
Removing and Installing GBICs
Removing the GBIC from an Ethernet Line Card
To remove the GBIC from an Ethernet line card, follow these steps:
Step 1 Disconnect the SC-type fiber-optic cables from the GBIC. Note which plug is TX and which plug is RX
for reattachment.
Step 2 Attach an ESD wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use.
Step 3 Locate the tabs on either side of the exposed portion of the GBIC and squeeze them with your thumb
and forefinger, as you gently pull the GBIC out of the GBIC slot. (See arrows in Figure 16.)
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Figure 16 Removing and Replacing a GBIC
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Inserting a GBIC into the Gigabit Ethernet Interface
To insert a GBIC into the Gigabit Ethernet interface, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD wrist or ankle strap and follow its directions for use.
Step 2 Locate the alignment groove on the GBIC. (See the enlargement in Figure 16 on page 24.) Position the
GBIC so that this groove is in the position shown in the enlargement to ensure that the 20-pin plug on
the GBIC is in the correct position.
Caution To prevent damage to the GBIC plug and receptacle before you insert the GBIC into the GBIC slot on
the Gigabit Ethernet interface, ensure that the plug and alignment groove are matched.
Step 3 Squeeze the tabs on each side of the GBIC using your thumb and forefinger, and insert the GBIC into
the GBIC slot on the Gigabit Ethernet interface. (See Figure 16 on page 24.)
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Step 4 Using moderate force, ensure that the GBIC is fully inserted into the 20-pin receptacle at the rear of the
GBIC slot. The tabs on either side of the GBIC will snap into place when you have completely and
properly inserted the GBIC.
Step 5 Reattach the SC-type fiber-optic cable to the GBIC.
Removing and Installing SFP Modules
Before you remove or install an SFP module, read the installation information in this section and the
“Laser Safety” section on page 81.
Caution Protect the SFP modules by inserting clean dust covers into them after the cables are removed. Be sure
to clean the optic surfaces of the fiber cables before you plug them back into the optical ports of another
SFP module. Avoid getting dust and other contaminants into the optical ports of your SFP modules,
because the optics will not work correctly when obstructed with dust.
Removing and Installing SFP Modules
Caution It is strongly recommended that you do not install or remove the SFP module with fiber-optic cables
attached to it because of the potentialof damaging the cable, the cable connector, or the optical interfaces
in the SFP module. Disconnect all cables before removing or installing an SFP module.
Removing and inserting an SFP module can shorten its useful life, so you should not remove and insert
SFP modules any more often than is absolutely necessary.
SFP modules use one of four different latching devices to install and remove the module from a port.
The four types of SFP module latching devices are described in the following sections:
• Bale Clasp SFP Module, page 25
• Mylar Tab SFP Module, page 28
• Actuator Button SFP Module, page 30
• Slide Tab SFP Module, page 33
Bale Clasp SFP Module
The bale clasp SFP module has a clasp that you use to removeor install the SFP module. (See Figure 17.)
Figure 17 Bale Clasp SFP Module
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Removing a Bale Clasp SFP Module
To remove this type of SFP module, follow these steps:
Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Disconnect and remove all interface cables from the ports; note the current connections of the cables to
the ports on the line card.
Step 3 Open the bale clasp on the SFP module with your index finger in a downward direction, as shown in
Figure 18. If the bale clasp is obstructed and you cannot use your index finger to open it, use a small
flat-blade screwdriver or other long, narrow instrument to open the bale clasp.
Step 4 Grasp the SFP module between your thumb and index finger and carefully remove it from the port, as
shown in Figure 18.
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Figure 18 Removing a Bale Clasp SFP Module
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Step 5 Place the removed SFP module on an antistatic mat, or immediately place it in a static shielding bag if
you plan to return it to the factory.
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