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Connect Network Cables

Connect the SFP+ modules and the routing, analog, and console cables, all supplied by your system administrator or network planning team (not by Ribbon), to your device.

Start

  1. Install the SFP+ modules.
  2. Connect the routing cables per your network design:
    1. Cables to the two SFP+ ports
    2. Cables to the eight Gigabit Ethernet (GE) RJ-45 ports
  3. For the Edge 8300 device, connect the analog telephony cables:
    1. T1/E1 cables to the T1/E1 ports
    2. FXS phone lines to the Amphenol connector
    3. FXO lines to the RJ-11 ports (optionally equipped)
  4. Connect the console cable from your System Administrator (laptop) computer to the Console RJ-45 port.

Connect Power Cables and Power on the Device

The Edge 8000 Series devices include single AC, redundant AC, and redundant DC models.

Connect the device to the power source and power on the system.

Caution
  1. Always connect the power cord(s) to a power source suitable for the power required of the unit being installed. Refer to Specifications and Certifications.
  2. Secure the power cord to a cable management system using a fastener or tie wrap.
Warning

The equipment has a separate protective earthing terminal on the chassis that must be permanently connected to earth ground to adequately ground the chassis and protect the operator from electrical hazards.

Start

  1. Connect the AC or DC power.
    1. If the unit is equipped with AC power, connect the AC power cable or cables from the unit to the AC outlet or outlets.
    2. If the unit is equipped with DC power supplies, connect the DC power source to the power lugs on the device.
  2. Press the Power Switch on.
    1. If the unit is equipped with a single AC power supply, press the Power Switch to the On position to start the device.
    2. If the unit is equipped with redundant AC or DC power supplies, press the Power Switch for 4 - 5 seconds to start the device.
  3. Make sure the power LED on the front panel is a solid green after the device powers on.
  4. Proceed to Workflow for Initial Setup to continue.