Chapter 1, Installation

This chapter provides procedures for installing the Cisco ONS 15454. Chapter topics include installation equipment, rack installation, equipment access, power and ground installation, backplane interface connections (alarms, timing, craft interface, etc.), card turn-up procedures, cable installation, cable management, and hardware specifications.

Note The Cisco ONS 15454 assembly is intended for use with telecommunications equipment only.

Warning The ONS 15454 is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area is where access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock, key, or other means of security. A restricted access area is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.

Warning The ONS 15454 is suitable for mounting on concrete or other non-combustible surfaces only.

Warning The ONS 15454 should be installed in the lower rack position or mounted above another ONS 15454 unit.

Warning The ONS 15454 must have 1 inch of airspace below the installed unit to allow air flow to the fan intake. The air ramp (the angled piece of sheet metal on top of the shelf assembly) provides this spacing and should not be modified in any way.

Note The ONS 15454 is designed to comply with GR-1089-CORE Type 2 and Type 4. Install and operate the ONS 15454 only in environments that do not expose wiring or cabling to the outside plant. Acceptable applications include Central Office Environments (COEs), Electronic Equipment Enclosures (EEEs), Controlled Environment Vaults (CEVs), huts, and Customer Premise Environments (CPEs).

1.1 Installation Overview

When installed in an equipment rack, the ONS 15454 assembly is typically connected to a fuse and alarm panel to provide centralized alarm connection points and distributed power for the ONS 15454 system. Fuse and alarm panels are third-party equipment and are not described in this documentation. If you are unsure about the requirements or specifications for a fuse and alarm panel, consult the documentation for the related equipment.

You can mount the ONS 15454 in a 19- or 23-inch rack. The shelf assembly weighs approximately 55 pounds with no cards installed. An ONS 15454 is installed in a rack using reversible mounting brackets on each side of the shelf. The ONS 15454 features a front door for added security, a fan tray module for cooling, and extensive fiber management space.

ONS 15454 optical cards have SC connectors on the card faceplate. Fiber optic cables are routed into the front of the destination cards.

DS-1, DS-3, DS3XM-6, and EC-1 units require special Electrical Interface Assemblies (EIAs) to provide the coaxial connection points for the shelf. In most cases, EIAs are ordered with the ONS 15454 and come pre-installed on the assembly backplane. See the "Backplane Covers" section for more information about the EIAs. DS-1 units support wire wrap twisted pair connections or an AMP CHAMP EIA. DS-3, DS3XM-6, and EC-1 units support BNC or SMB EIAs on the assembly backplane.

The front door of the ONS 15454 shelf allows access to the shelf assembly, fan tray, and fiber management area. The back panel provides access to alarm contacts, external interface contacts, power terminals, and BNC/SMB connectors.

The ONS 15454 is powered using -48V DC power. Positive, negative, and ground power terminals are accessible on the backplane.

Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.

1.2 Installation Equipment

You will need the following tools and equipment to install and test the ONS 15454.

1.2.1 Included Materials

These materials are recommended and are shipped with the ONS 15454. The number in parentheses gives the quantity of the item included in the package.

1.2.2 User-Supplied Materials

These materials and tools are recommended but are not supplied with the ONS 15454.

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Equipment rack (22 inches total width for a 19-inch rack; 26 inches total width for a 23-inch rack)

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Building Integrated Timing Supply (BITS) clock cable pair #22 or #24, solid tinned

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Single mode SC fiber jumpers with UPC polish (55 dB or better) for optical cards

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Shielded ABAM cable terminated with AMP CHAMP connectors or unterminated for DS-1 cards with #22 or #24 AWG ground wire (typically about two feet in length)

1.2.2.1 Tools Needed

1.2.2.2 Test Equipment

1.3 Installation in a Rack

The ONS 15454 is easily mounted in a 19- or 23-inch equipment rack. The shelf assembly projects 5 inches from the front of the rack. It mounts in both EIA-standard and Telcordia-standard racks. The shelf assembly is a total of 17 inches wide with no mounting ears attached. With the mounting ears attached, the shelf assembly is 19 inches wide. Ring runs are not provided by Cisco and may hinder side-by-side installation of shelves where space is limited.

The ONS 15454 measures 18.5 inches high, 19 or 23 inches wide (depending on which way the mounting ears are attached), and 12 inches deep (40.7 by 41.8 by 26.4 cm). You can install up to four ONS 15454 shelves in a seven-foot equipment rack. The ONS 15454 must have 1 inch of airspace below the installed unit to allow air flow to the fan intake. If a second ONS 15454 is installed underneath the unit, the air ramp on top of the bottom unit provides the air spacing needed and should not be modified in any way. Figure 1-1 shows the dimensions of the ONS 15454 shelf assembly.

1.3.1 Reversible Mounting Bracket

The shelf assembly comes preset for installation in a 23-inch rack, but you can reverse the mounting bracket to fit the smaller, 19-inch rack. The following steps describe how to reverse the shelf assembly mounting bracket to fit a 19- inch rack.

Procedure: Reverse the Mounting Bracket

Step 1

Remove the screws that attach the mounting bracket to the side of the shelf assembly unit.

Step 2

Flip the detached mounting bracket upside down. Text imprinted on the mounting bracket will now also be upside down.

Step 3

Place the widest side of the mounting bracket flush against the shelf assembly.

The narrow side of the mounting bracket should be towards the front of the shelf assembly. Text imprinted on the mounting bracket should be visible and upside down.

Step 4

Align the mounting bracket screw holes against the shelf assembly screw holes.

1.3.2 Mounting the ONS 15454 in a Rack

Mounting the ONS 15454 in a rack requires a minimum of 18.5 inches of vertical rack space (plus 1 inch for air flow). To ensure the mounting is secure, use two to four #12-24 mounting screws for each side of the shelf assembly. Figure 1-2 shows the rack mounting position for the ONS 15454.

Two people should install the ONS 15454 shelf assembly; however, one person can install the shelf assembly using the temporary set screws. Two hex head set screws are included for use when one person is installing the shelf assembly. The shelf should be empty for easier lifting. The door can also be removed to lighten the shelf (see the "Remove the Front Door" section).

Note If you are installing the fan tray air filter using the brackets provided, mount the brackets on the bottom of the shelf assembly before installing the ONS 15454 in a rack.

Procedure: Mount the Shelf Assembly in a Rack (One Person)

Step 1

Ensure that the shelf assembly is set for the desired rack size (either 19 or 23 inches).

Step 2

Install the set screws using the hex tool that shipped with the assembly.

Step 3

Place the shelf assembly on the set screws using the screw holes that will not be used to mount the shelf.

Step 5

Align the screw holes on the mounting ears with the mounting holes in the rack.

At least one set of the ONS 15454's horizontal screw slots should be used to prevent future slippage.

Step 7

When the shelf is secured to the rack, install the remaining mounting screws.

Procedure: Mount the Shelf Assembly in a Rack (Two People)

Step 1

Ensure that the shelf assembly is set for the desired rack size (either 19 or 23 inches).

Step 3

Align the screw holes on the mounting ears with the mounting holes in the rack.

Step 4

While one person holds the shelf in place, the other person can install one mounting screw in each side of the assembly.

At least one set of the ONS 15454's horizontal screw slots should be used to prevent future slippage.

Step 5

When the shelf is secured to the rack, install the remaining mounting screws.

1.3.3 Multiple Installations in a Rack

Most standard seven-foot racks can hold four ONS 15454s and a fuse and alarm panel. However, unequal flange racks are limited to three ONS 15454s and a fuse and alarm panel or four ONS 15454s when using a fuse and alarm panel from an adjacent rack.

Note If you are using the bottom brackets to install the fan tray air filter, you can install three shelf assemblies in a standard seven-foot rack. If you are not using the bottom brackets, you can install four shelf assemblies in a rack.

Procedure: Mount Multiple ONS 15454s in a Rack

Step 2

Mount the first ONS 15454 unit directly below the fuse and alarm panel.

Note

The ONS 15454 must have one inch of airspace below the installed unit to allow air flow to the fan intake. If a second ONS 15454 is installed underneath a unit, the air ramp on top of the bottom unit provides the desired space. However, if the ONS 15454 is installed above third party equipment, you must provide a minimum spacing of one inch between the third party unit and the bottom of the ONS 15454. The third party equipment must not generate heat upward into the ONS 15454.

1.3.3.1 Four Shelf System Example

A common application is linking multiple shelves with a fiber optic bus to accommodate more access traffic than a single shelf can support. For example, if you need to drop more than 112 DS-1s or 96 DS-3s (the maximum that can be aggregated in a single node), you can link the shelves. However, you cannot merge multiple shelves into a single node. You can link shelves with OC-12 or OC-48 fiber spans as you would link any other two network nodes. They can be co-located in a facility to aggregate more local traffic.

Figure 1-3 shows a four shelf system. Each shelf is identified as a separate node in the CTC, and traffic must be mapped using CTC cross-connect options. In the figure, each node uses redundant fiber optic cards. Node 1 uses redundant OC-N transport and OC-N bus cards for a total of four cards, with eight free slots remaining. Nodes 2 and 3 each use two redundant OC-N bus cards for a total of four cards, with eight free slots remaining. Node 4 uses redundant OC-12 bus cards for a total of two cards, with ten free slots remaining. The four shelf system example presented here is one of many ways to set up a multiple-shelf system.

1.3.3.2 ONS 15454 Bay Assembly

The Cisco ONS 15454 Bay Assembly simplifies ordering and installing the ONS 15454. The ONS 15454 Bay Assembly allows you to order shelf assemblies pre-installed in a seven-foot rack. The Bay Assembly is available in a three- or four-shelf configuration. The three-shelf configuration includes three ONS 15454 shelf assemblies, a pre-wired fuse and alarm panel, and two fiber management trays. Optional fiber channels can be ordered. The four-shelf configuration includes four ONS 15454 shelf assemblies and a pre-wired fuse and alarm panel. Optional fiber channels can be ordered. A four shelf ONS 15454 Bay Assembly is shown in Figure 1-4.

1.4 Equipment Access and Features

This section tells you how to access ONS 15454 equipment through the front door and backplane cover and describes the equipment features.

Note The ONS 15454 has an ESD plug input and is shipped with an ESD wrist strap. The ESD plug input is located on the outside edge of the shelf on the right hand side. It is labeled "ESD" on the top and bottom. Always wear an ESD wrist strap and connect the strap to the ESD plug when working on the ONS 15454.

Note The front door of the ONS 15454 is grounded to prevent the possibility of electrical shock.

1.4.1 Front Door

The ONS 15454 features a locked door to the front compartment and a screw-in panel over the backplane. A pinned Allen key that unlocks the front door ships with the ONS 15454. A button on the right side of the assembly releases the door. The front door ( Figure 1-5) provides access to the ONS 15454 shelf assembly, cable management tray, fan tray assembly, and LCD screen
( Figure 1-12).

Procedure: Open the Front Cabinet Compartment

The ONS 15454 comes with a pinned hex key for locking and unlocking the front door. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the door and clockwise to lock it.

The Critical, Major, and Minor alarm LEDs visible through the front door indicate whether a Critical, Major, or Minor alarm is present anywhere on the ONS 15454. These LEDs must be visible so technicians can quickly determine if any alarms are present. You can use the LCD to further isolate alarms. See the "LCD Alarm Functions" section for more information.

You can remove the front door of the ONS 15454 to provide unrestricted access to the front assembly.

Procedure: Remove the Front Door

Step 2

Lift the door from its hinges from the top left corner of the door ( Figure 1-6).

An erasable label ( Figure 1-7) is pasted on the inside of the front door. You can use the label to record slot assignment, port assignments, card types, node ID, rack ID, and serial number for the ONS 15454.

1.4.2 Card Slots

The ONS 15454 shelf assembly has 17 card slots numbered sequentially from left to right. Slots 1-4 and 14-17 are "multispeed" slots. They can host any ONS 15454 card except the OC-48. Slots 5, 6, 12 and 13 are "high-speed" slots. They can host any ONS 15454 card including OC-48 cards. Slots 7 and 11 are dedicated to timing communications and control (TCC) cards. Slots 8 and 10 are dedicated to cross-connect (XC and XCVT) cards. Slot 9 is reserved for the optional Alarm Interface Controller (AIC) card. Slots 3 and 15 can also host DS1N-14 and DS3N-12 cards that are used in 1:N protection. Each shelf assembly slot has a symbol that indicates the type of cards that can be installed in the slot (see the "Slot Requirements" section for a list).

1.4.3 Cable Management Facilities

The plastic horseshoe-shaped fiber guides ensure that the proper bend radius is maintained in the fibers. You can remove the fiber guide if necessary to create a larger opening (if you need to route copper Ethernet cables out the side, for example). It is removed by taking out the three screws that anchor it to the side of the shelf assembly.

These reels are used to reduce the amount of slack in cables that are connected to other devices. They are easily removed by taking out the screw in the center of each reel.

shows the cable management facilities in the shelf assembly that can be accessed through the fold-down front door of the shelf, including the cable routing channel and the jumper routing fins.

1.4.4 Fan Tray Assembly

The fan tray assembly is located at the bottom of the ONS 15454 front compartment. The fan tray is a removable drawer that holds fans and fan control circuitry for the ONS 15454. The front door can be left in place when removing or installing the fan tray but removal is recommended. After you install the fan tray, you should only need to access it if a fan failure occurs or you need to replace or clean the fan tray filter.

Note Install the fan tray filter before installing the fan tray assembly if you are not using the bottom brackets to install the filter on the shelf assembly.

To install or replace the fan tray assembly, it is not necessary to move any of the cable management facilities. You can remove the fan tray assembly using the retractable handles and replace it by pushing until it plugs into the receptacle on the back panel.

The fan tray assembly features an air filter at the bottom of the tray that can be installed and removed by hand. Remove and visually inspect this filter every 30 days. When the filter is dirty, remove the filter and clean it by either vacuuming the filter or running water through it. Because the filter material is delicate, only a very low-power vacuum should be used. If you are cleaning with water, make sure the filter is completely dry before replacing it in the fan tray. Spare filters should be kept in stock.

The shelf assembly ships with a bottom bracket that can be used to install the filter. The bottom bracket consists of two grooved metal pieces that attach to the bottom of the shelf assembly using three screws each. When the fan tray air filter is installed using the bottom bracket, the filter can be installed and removed without first removing the fan tray assembly. The following two procedures describe both methods of filter installation.

Procedure: Install or Replace the Fan Tray Air Filter Without the Bottom Brackets

Note

You must place the edge of the filter flush against the front of the fan tray assembly compartment when installing the fan tray on top of the filter. Failure to do so could result in damage to the filter, the fan tray, or both.

Although the filter will work if installed with either side facing up, Cisco recommends that you install it with the metal bracing facing up to preserve the surface of the filter.

If the bottom bracket is used to install the fan tray air filter, the fan tray does not need to be removed to access the filter. Attach the brackets to the bottom of the shelf assembly before performing rack installation.

Procedure: Install or Replace the Fan Tray Air Filter Using the Bottom Brackets

Step 1

With the fan tray assembly removed, place the ONS 15454 face down on a flat surface.

Step 2

Locate the three screw holes that run along the left and right sides of the bottom of the shelf assembly.

Step 3

Secure each bracket to the bottom of the shelf assembly using the screws provided.

Each bracket has a filter stopper and a flange on one end. Make sure to attach the brackets with the stoppers and flanges at the rear of the shelf assembly (the top, if the ONS 15454 is face-down during installation).

Figure 1-9 illustrates bottom bracket installation and Figure 1-10 illustrates fan tray filter replacement when bottom brackets are used to install the filter.

Procedure: Install the Fan Tray

Step 2

Slide the fan tray into the shelf until the electrical plug at the rear of the tray plugs into the corresponding receptacle on the backplane.

Step 3

To verify that the tray has plugged into the backplane, check that the LCD on the front of the fan tray is activated.

Procedure: Remove the Fan Tray

Step 2

Fold out the retractable handles at each outside edge of the fan tray.

Step 3

Slide the fan tray out of the shelf by gently pulling on the handles.

Figure 1-11 shows the location of the fan tray. The filter will function no matter which side faces up but Cisco recommends that you install the filter with the metal bracing facing up against the fan tray.

Fan speed is controlled by Timing Communications and Control (TCC) card temperature sensors. The sensors measure the input air temperature at the fan tray assembly. Fan speed options are low, medium, and high. If the TCC card fails, the fans automatically shift to high speed. The temperature measured by the TCC sensors is displayed on the LCD screen.

If one or more fans fail on the fan tray assembly, replace the entire assembly. You cannot replace individual fans. The red Fan Fail LED on the front of the fan tray illuminates when one or more fans fail. For fan tray replacement instructions, see the "Install the Fan Tray" section. The red Fan Fail LED clears after you install a working fan tray.

1.4.5 LCD Screen

The ONS 15454 LCD screen provides port-level information for all ONS 15454 card slots.

You can set the IP address, subnet mask, and default router for the node by using the LCD screen. This allows you to accomplish these basic operations without a computer. For instructions about using the LCD screen to set these parameters, see the "Enter IP Address Using Front Panel LCD" section on page 8-10.

Press the Slot, Port, or Status buttons to display status information for each ONS 15454 slot and port. The LCD displays the number of Critical, Major, and Minor alarms on a slot or port basis.

Procedure: View Alarms Counts on a Specific Slot and Port

Step 3

Use the Status button to toggle through all active alarms and conditions.

By default, the LCD screen displays the ONS 15454 network element IP address. The Cisco Transport Controller needs this address to access the ONS 15454.

The LCD panel alternately displays the node name and the current date. The IP address alternates with the current software version on the LCD; the time and temperature also display alternately.

The information displayed on the LCD is determined by the software version you are currently running.

1.4.6 LCD Alarm Functions

Note The Critical, Major and Minor alarm LEDs on the fan tray front panel indicate whether a critical, major, or minor alarm is present anywhere on the ONS 15454 assembly. These LEDs are viewable through the front door so that you can quickly determine if any alarms are present on the assembly. These LEDs are independent of the Card, Port, and Status indicators on the LCD. You can view specific alarm messages in the Alarms menu in the CTC.

When you press the Slot, Port, or Status buttons, the LCD displays the selected slot and port and the number of Critical, Major, or Minor alarms.

1.4.7 Backplane Covers

To access the ONS 15454 backplane, remove the sheet metal on each side of the backplane
( Figure 1-13). Each sheet metal panel is held in place with nine 6-32 x 3/8 inch Phillips screws.

Before installing EIA(s), you need to prepare the backplane by removing the backplane sheet metal covers to expose the EIA backplane mating connectors.

Procedure: Remove the Backplane Sheet Metal Covers

Step 1

To remove the lower backplane cover, loosen the five screws that secure it to the ONS 15454 and pull it away from the shelf assembly.

Step 2

Loosen the nine perimeter screws that hold the backplane sheet metal cover(s) in place.

Step 4

Store the panel for later use. Attach the backplane sheet metal cover(s) whenever EIA(s) are not installed.

1.4.7.1 EIA Backplane Cover (Optional)

EIAs are typically pre-installed on the ONS 15454 when ordered with the system. EIAs must be ordered when using DS-1, DS-3, DS3XM-6, or EC-1 cards. Four different EIAs are available for the ONS 15454: BNC, High-density BNC, SMB, and AMP CHAMP. This section describes each EIA in detail.

EIAs host a special card that provides coaxial cable connection points (SMB or BNC) for the DS-3 or EC-1 cards. EIAs also host twisted pair wire-wrap adapters for SMB connectors or, for the DS-1 card, AMP CHAMP connectors. EIAs also feature a special backplane cover with cutouts over the cable connectors. You can install EIAs on one or both sides of the ONS 15454 backplane in any combination (in other words, AMP Champ on Side A and BNC on Side B or High-density BNC on side A and SMB on side B, and so forth).

If you are installing EIAs after the ONS 15454 shelf assembly is installed, plug the EIA card into the backplane. The EIA has six electrical connectors that plug into six corresponding backplane connectors. The EIA must replace the standard sheet metal cover to provide access via the coaxial cable connectors. The EIA sheet metal covers use the same screw holes as the solid backplane panels, but they have 12 additional 6-32 x 1/2 inch Phillips screw holes so you can screw down the cover and the card using standoffs on the EIA card. For information about installing EIAs, see the "Install an EIA" section. To view a list of EIAs and their functions, see Table 10-1 on page 10-13.

1.4.7.2 BNC EIA

The ONS 15454 BNC EIA supports Trompeter UCBJ224 75 Ohm 4 leg connectors. You can use BNC EIAs for DS-3 (including the DS3XM-6) or EC-1 cards. Figure 1-14 shows the ONS 15454 with pre-installed BNC EIAs.

The EIA side marked "A" has 24 pairs of BNC connectors. The first 12 pairs of BNC connectors correspond to ports 1-12 for a 12-port card and map to Slot 2 on the shelf assembly. The BNC connector pairs are marked "Tx" and "Rx" to indicate transmit and receive cables for each port. You can install an additional card in Slot 1 as a protect card for the card in Slot 2. The second 12 BNC connector pairs correspond to ports 1-12 for a 12-port card and map to Slot 4 on the shelf assembly. You can install an additional card in Slot 3 as a protect card for the card in Slot 4. Slots 5 and 6 do not support DS-3 cards when BNC connectors are used.

The EIA side marked "B" provides an additional 24 pairs of BNC connectors. The first 12 BNC connector pairs correspond to ports 1 to 12 for a 12-port card and map to Slot 14 on the shelf assembly. The BNC connector pairs are marked "Tx" and "Rx" to indicate transmit and receive cables for each port. You can install an additional card in Slot 15 as a protect card for the card in Slot 14. The second 12 BNC connector pairs correspond to ports 1 to 12 for a 12 port card and map to Slot 16 on the shelf assembly. You can install an additional card in Slot 17 as a protect card for the card in Slot 16. Slots 12 and 13 do not support DS-3 cards when BNC connectors are used.

When BNC connectors are used and a DS3N-12 card is in Slot 3 or 15, the 1:N card protection extends only to the two slots adjacent to the 1:N card due to BNC wiring constraints.

1.4.7.3 High-Density BNC EIA

The ONS 15454 High-density BNC EIA supports Trompeter UCBJ224 75 Ohm 4 leg connectors. You can use High-density BNC EIAs for DS-3 (including the DS3XM-6) or EC-1 cards. Figure 1-15 shows the ONS 15454 with pre-installed High-density BNC EIAs.

The EIA side marked "A" hosts 48 pairs of BNC connectors. Each column of connector pairs is numbered and corresponds to the slot of the same number. The first column (12 pairs) of BNC connectors corresponds to Slot 1 on the shelf assembly, the second column to Slot 2, the third column to Slot 4 and the fourth column to Slot 5. The rows of connectors correspond to ports 1-12 of a 12-port card. The EIA side marked "B" provides an additional 48 pairs of BNC connectors. The first column (12 pairs) of BNC connectors corresponds to Slot 13 on the shelf assembly, the second column to Slot 14, the third column to Slot 16 and the fourth column to Slot 17. The rows of connectors correspond to ports 1-12 of a 12-port card. The BNC connector pairs are marked "Tx" and "Rx" to indicate transmit and receive cables for each port. The High-density BNC EIA supports both 1:1 and 1:N protection across all slots.

Install the High-density BNC EIA(s) after removing the backplane sheet metal covers or existing EIA(s).

1.4.7.4 SMB EIA

The ONS 15454 SMB EIA supports AMP 415484-1 75 Ohm 4 leg connectors. You can use SMB EIAs with DS-1, DS-3 (including the DS3XM-6), and EC-1 cards. If you use DS-1 cards, use the DS-1 electrical interface adapter to terminate the twisted pair DS-1 cable from the backplane.
Figure 1-16 shows the ONS 15454 with pre-installed SMB EIAs and the sheet metal cover and screw locations for the EIA.

The EIA side marked "A" hosts 84 SMB connectors in six columns of 14 connectors. The "A" side columns are numbered 1-6 and correspond to Slots 1-6 on the shelf assembly. The EIA side marked "B" hosts an additional 84 SMB connectors in six columns of 14 connectors. The "B" side columns are numbered 12-17 and correspond to Slots 12-17 on the shelf assembly. The connector rows are numbered 1-14 and correspond to the 14 ports on a DS-1 card. If you use a DS-3 or EC-1 card, only ports 1-12 are active. If you use a DS3XM-6 card, only ports 1-6 are active. The SMB connector pairs are marked "Tx" and "Rx" to identify transmit and receive cables for each port. If you use SMB connectors, you can install DS-1, DS-3, or EC-1 cards in any multispeed slot.

1.4.7.5 AMP CHAMP EIA

The ONS 15454 AMP CHAMP EIA supports 64-pin (32 pair) AMP CHAMP connectors for each slot on both sides of the shelf assembly where the EIA is installed. Cisco AMP CHAMP connectors are female AMP # 552246-1 with AMP # 552562-2 bail locks. Each AMP CHAMP connector supports 14 DS-1 ports. You can use AMP CHAMP EIAs with DS-1 cards. shows the ONS 15454 with pre-installed AMP CHAMP EIAs and the corresponding sheet metal cover and screw locations for the EIA.

The EIA side marked "A" hosts six AMP CHAMP connectors. The connectors are numbered 1-6 for the corresponding slots on the shelf assembly. Each AMP CHAMP connector on the backplane supports 14 DS-1 ports for a DS1-14 card, and each connector features 28 live pairs—one transmit pair and one receive pair—for each DS-1 port.

The EIA side marked "B" hosts six AMP CHAMP connectors. The connectors are labeled 12-17 for the corresponding slots on the shelf assembly. Each AMP CHAMP connector on the backplane supports 14 DS-1 ports for a DS1-14 card, and each connector features 28 live pairs—one transmit pair and one receive pair—for each DS-1 port.

Procedure: Remove an EIA

Step 1

To remove the lower backplane cover, loosen the five screws that secure it to the ONS 15454 and pull it away from the shelf assembly.

If you are removing an AMP CHAMP EIA, remove the fastening plate before proceeding. To remove the fastening plate, loosen the two thumbscrews.

Step 3

Lift the EIA handles and gently pull the EIA panel away from the backplane.

Procedure: Install an EIA

Step 1

To remove the lower backplane cover, loosen the five screws that secure it to the ONS 15454 and pull it away from the shelf assembly.

Step 2

Line up the connectors on the EIA with the mating connectors on the backplane.

Step 3

Gently push the EIA until both sets of connectors fit together snugly.

Step 4

Replace the nine perimeter screws that were removed with the backplane sheet metal cover.

Step 5

If you are installing an AMP CHAMP EIA, proceed to Step 6; if you are installing any other EIA, proceed to Step 7.

Step 6

Secure the AMP CHAMP EIA by attaching the fastening plate to the shelf assembly.

The fastening plate attaches over the EIA and to the shelf assembly using the integrated thumbscrews.

Note

EIAs are hot-swappable. You do not need to disconnect power to install or remove EIAs.

1.4.7.6 Lower Backplane Cover

The lower section of the ONS 15454 backplane is covered by a Plexiglas protector, which is held in place by five 6-32 x 1/2 inch screws. Remove the lower backplane cover to access the Alarm Interface Panel (AIP), alarm pin field, and power terminals.

Procedure: Access the Alarm Interface Panel, Alarm Pin Field or Power Terminals

Step 1

Unscrew the five retaining screws that hold the Plexiglas cover in place.

Step 3

Gently pull the cover away from the backplane (shown in Figure 1-18).

1.4.7.7 Alarm Interface Panel

The Alarm Interface Panel (AIP) is located above the alarm pin field on the lower section of the backplane (see the "Equipment Access and Features" section for information about how to access the AIP). The AIP provides surge protection for the ONS 15454 shelf assembly. It also provides an interface from the backplane to the fan tray assembly and LCD. The AIP plugs into the backplane using a 96 pin DIN connector and is held in place with two retaining screws. The panel has a non-volatile memory chip that stores the unique node (MAC) address.

The MAC address identifies the nodes that support circuits. It allows the CTC to determine circuit sources, destinations, and spans. The TCC cards in the ONS 15454 also read the MAC address to store the node database. You can change the default IP address in CTC. See the "Set Up Network Information" section on page 3-23 for instructions.

Procedure: Replace the Alarm Interface Panel

Step 7

Place the new AIP on the backplane by plugging the panel into the backplane using the DIN connector.

1.5 Power and Ground Installation

This section explains how to connect the ONS 15454 assembly to the power supply.

Warning Always use the supplied electrostatic discharge wristband when working with a powered ONS 15454. Plug the wristband cable into the ESD jack located on the lower-right outside edge of the shelf assembly.

Warning Do not mix conductors of dissimilar metals in a terminal or splicing connector where physical contact occurs (such as copper and aluminum, or copper and copper-clad aluminum), unless the device is suited for the purpose and conditions of use.

Warning Connect the ONS 15454 only to a DC power source that complies with the safety extra-low voltage (SELV) requirements in IEC 60950-based safety standards

Note Use an external disconnect (minimum 15A fused) for service purposes. Install according to local site practice.

The ONS 15454 has redundant -48V DC #8 power terminals on the assembly backplane. The terminals are labeled BAT1, RET1, BAT2, and RET2 and are located on the lower section of the backplane behind a Plexiglas cover. See the "Equipment Access and Features" section for information about accessing the power terminals.

To install redundant power feeds, use four power cables and one ground cable. For a single power feed, only two power cables and one ground cable are required. Use #12 or #14 AWG cable. Use a conductor with low impedance to ensure circuit overcurrent protection. However, the conductor must have the capability to safely conduct any fault current that might be imposed.

Warning When installing redundant power feeds, do not use aluminum conductors.

Warning If you use redundant power leads to power the ONS 15454, disconnecting one lead will not remove power from the shelf.

Procedure: Install Redundant Power Feeds

Step 1

Measure and cut the cables as needed to reach the ONS 15454 from the fuse panel. Use 15A fuses for each power lead. Figure 1-19 shows the ONS 15454 power terminals.

Warning When installing the ONS 15454, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.

Step 3

Remove or loosen the #8 power terminal screws on the ONS 15454. To avoid confusion, label the cables connected to the BAT1/RET1 power terminals as 1, and the cables connected to the BAT2/RET2 power terminals as 2.

Note

Use only listed compression type connectors when terminating the battery, battery return, and frame ground conductors.

Step 4

Strip 1/2 inch of insulation from all power cables that you will use. If you are using lugs, crimp the lugs onto the ends of all power leads.

Note

When terminating battery and battery return connections as shown in , follow a torque specification of 10 in-lbs. When terminating a frame ground, use the kep-nut provided with the ONS 15454 and tighten it to a torque specification of 31 in-lbs. The kep-nut provides a frame ground connection that minimizes the possibility of loosening caused by rotation during installation and maintenance activity. This type of prevention is inherently provided by the terminal block for battery and battery return connections.

Step 5

Terminate the return 1 lead to the RET1 backplane terminal. Use oxidation prevention grease to keep connections non-corrosive.

Step 6

Terminate the negative 1 lead to the negative BAT1 backplane power terminal. Use oxidation prevention grease to keep connections non-corrosive.

Step 7

If you use redundant power leads, terminate the return 2 lead to the positive RET terminal on the ONS 15454. Terminate the negative 2 lead to the negative BAT2 terminal on the ONS 15454. Use oxidation-preventative grease to keep connections non-corrosive.

Step 8

Route the cables out using the plastic cable clamp below the power terminals.

Warning When installing the ONS 15454, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.

You only ground one cable to ground the assembly. Terminate the other end of the rack ground cable to ground according to local site practice. The ONS 15454 backplane also has a ground terminal on the right side of the backplane. Connect a ground terminal for the frame ground (FGND) terminal according to local site practice.

If the system loses power or both TCC cards are reset, you must reset the ONS 15454 clock. After powering down, the date defaults to January 1, 1970, 00:04:15.

Warning Do not apply power to the ONS 15454 until you complete all installation steps.

1.6 Alarm Pin Field Connections

The ONS 15454 backplane has an alarm pin field located at the bottom of the backplane. The alarm pin field provides 0.045 square inch wire-wrap pins for installing external alarms, timing input and output, and craft interface terminals. This section describes the alarm pin field and the pin assignments for the field. Figure 1-20 shows the wire-wrap pins on the alarm pin field. Beneath each wire-wrap pin is a frame ground pin. Frame ground pins are labeled FG1, FG2, FG3, etc. Install the ground shield of the cables connected to the backplane to the ground pin that corresponds to the pin field used. Figure 1-20 shows pinouts for the ONS 15454.

1.6.1 Alarm Installation

The alarm pin field supports up to 17 alarm contacts: four audible alarms, four visual alarms, one Alarm Cutoff (ACO), and four user-definable alarm inputs and outputs. Audible alarm contacts are in the LOCAL ALARM AUD pin field. Visual contacts are in the LOCAL ALARM VIS pin field. Both of these types of alarms fall into the LOCAL ALARMS category. User-definable contacts are in the ENVIR ALARM IN and ENVIR ALARM OUT pin fields. These two types of alarms fall into the ENVIR ALARMS category; you must have the AIC card installed in order to use the ENVIR ALARMS. The MODEM and X.25 pin fields are not currently used. Alarm contacts are Normally Open (N/O), meaning that the system closes the alarm contacts when the corresponding alarm conditions are present. Each alarm contact consists of two wire-wrap pins on the assembly backplane. The alarm contacts are wired to the TCC card through the ONS 15454 backplane. Visual and Audible alarm contacts are classified as Critical, Major, Minor, and Remote. Refer to for alarm pin assignments.

Visual and audible alarms are typically wired to trigger an alarm light at a central alarm collection point when the corresponding contacts are closed. You can use the Alarm Cutoff pins to activate a remote ACO for audible alarms. You can also activate the ACO function by pressing the ACO button on the TCC card faceplate. The ACO function clears all audible alarm indications. After clearing the audible alarm indication, the alarm is still present and viewable in the Alarms tab in CTC.

To install alarm wires on the backplane, use #22 or #24 AWG alarm wires. Wrap the alarm wires on the appropriate wire-wrap pins according to local site practice. Each pin field has a frame ground pin beneath it.

1.6.2 Timing Installation

The ONS 15454 backplane supports two Building Integrated Timing Supply (BITS) clock pin fields. The first four BITS pins, rows 3 and 4, support output and input from the first external timing device. The last four BITS pins, rows 1 and 2, perform the identical functions for the second external timing device. lists the pin assignments for the BITS timing pin fields.

Table 1-1 External Timing Pin Assignments for BITS
External Device	Contact	Tip & Ring	Function
First external device	A3 (BITS 1 Out)	Primary ring (-)	Output to external device
	B3 (BITS 1 Out)	Primary tip (+)	Output to external device
	A4 (BITS 1 In)	Secondary ring (-)	Input from external device
	B4 (BITS 1 In)	Secondary tip (+)	Input from external device
Second external device	A1 (BITS 2 Out)	Primary ring (-)	Output to external device
	B1 (BITS 2 Out)	Primary tip (+)	Output to external device
	A2 (BITS 2 In)	Secondary ring (-)	Input from external device
	B2 (BITS 2 In	Secondary tip (+)	Input from external device

Note Refer to Telcordia SR-NWT-002224 for rules about provisioning timing references

To install timing wires on the backplane, use #22 or #24 AWG wire; wrap the clock wires on the appropriate wire-wrap pins according to local site practice. The BITS pin field (FG1) has a frame ground pin beneath it. Wrap the ground shield of the alarm cable to the frame ground pin. For more detailed information about timing, see the "Setting Up ONS 15454 Timing" section on page 3-29.

1.6.3 LAN Installation

You can use the Local Area Network (LAN) pins on the ONS 15454 backplane to connect the ONS 15454 to a PC or Ethernet LAN. You can use the LAN pin field to connect a LAN modem to the ONS 15454 for remote access to the node. You can also use the LAN port on the TCC faceplate to connect a computer or to connect the ONS 15454 to the network. For more information about the ONS 15454 craft interface software and how to connect to a LAN modem, see Chapter 3, "Using the Cisco Transport Controller." Use the backplane pins and the LAN port on the TCC card to maintain two simultaneous craft interface connections. shows the LAN pin assignments.

To install LAN wires on the backplane, use #22 or #24 AWG wire. Wrap the wires on the appropriate wire-wrap pins according to local site practice. A frame ground pin is located beneath each pin field (FG2 for the LAN pin field). Wrap the ground shield of the LAN interface cable to the frame ground pin.

Table 1-2 LAN Pin Assignments
Pin Field	Backplane Pins	RJ-45 Pins
LAN 1 (Going to a router, hub, or switch)	B2	1
A2	2
B1	3
A1	6
LAN 1 (Going to a PC/workstation)	B1	1
A1	2
B2	3
A2	6

Warning You cannot have simultaneous connections to the front and back LAN ports. Attempting to connect to both the RJ-45 port in the front (on the TCC/TCC+ card) and the LAN pins in the back of the shelf assembly can result in loops.

1.6.4 Craft Interface Installation

Note You cannot use the backplane pins and the RS-232 port on the TCC card simultaneously.

You can use the CRAFT pins on the ONS 15454 backplane to connect a computer terminal to serve as a VT100-type craft interface. You can also use the RS-232 port on the TCC faceplate to connect a computer terminal to serve as a TL1 craft interface to the ONS 15454. shows the pin assignments for the CRAFT pin field.

To install craft interface wires on the backplane, use #22 or #24 AWG wire. Wrap the craft interface wires on the appropriate wire-wrap pins according to local site practice. A frame ground pin is located beneath each pin field (FG9 for the CRAFT pin field). Wrap the ground shield of the craft interface cable to the frame ground pin. Wrap the ground wire of your computer cable to pin A3 on the CRAFT pin field.

1.6.5 X.25 Installation

1.6.6 Modem Installation

1.6.7 TBOS Installation

1.7 Ferrite Installation

Ferrite installation is optional. Third-party ferrites can be placed on certain cables to dampen electromagnetic interference (EMI) from the ONS 15454. Ferrites must be added to meet the requirements of GR 1089. Refer to the ferrite manufacturer documentation for proper use and installation of the ferrites. The following illustrations show possible ferrite placements on the ONS 15454 for power cables, AMP CHAMP connectors, EIAs or baluns, BNC/SMB connectors, and the wire-wrap pin field.

Table 1-3 Craft Interface Pin Assignments
Pin Field	Contact	Function
Craft	A1	Receive
A2	Transmit
A3	Ground
A4	DTR

Figure 1-21 shows the suggested method for attaching ferrites to power cabling. Use a single oval ferrite TDK ZCAT2035-0930 for both pair of cables and a block ferrite Fair Rite 0443164151 for each pair of cables. Wrap the cables once around and through the block ferrites and pull the cable straight through the oval ferrites. Place the oval ferrite between the ONS 15454 and the block ferrite as shown. Place the oval ferrite as close to the power terminals as possible and place the block ferrite within 5 to 6 inches of the power terminals.

Figure 1-22 shows the suggested method for attaching the ferrites to AMP CHAMP connectors. Use a block ferrite Fair Rite 0443164151 for each cable.

Figure 1-23 shows the suggested method for attaching the ferrites to EIAs or baluns. Use an oval ferrite TDK ZCAT 1730-0730 for each cable.

Figure 1-24 shows the suggested method for attaching the ferrites to SMB/BNC connectors. Use an oval ferrite TDK ZCAT1730-0730 for each cable and place the ferrite as close to the connector as possible.

Figure 1-25 shows the suggested method for attaching the ferrites to wire-wrap pin fields. Use an oval ferrite TDK ZCAT1730-0730 and block ferrite Fair Rite 0443164151 for each pair of cables. Wrap the cables once around and through the block ferrites and pull the cables straight through the oval ferrites. Place the oval ferrite as close to the wire wrap pin field as possible and between the ONS 15454 and the block ferrite as shown. The block ferrite should be within 5 to 6 inches of the wire-wrap pin field.

1.8 Card Installation and Turn-Up

ONS 15454 cards have electrical plugs at the back that plug into electrical connectors on the assembly backplane. When the ejectors are fully closed, the card plugs into the assembly backplane. Figure 1-26 shows card installation.

Warning The optical cards for the ONS 15454 are Class 1 laser products. These products have been tested and comply with Class 1 limits.

Procedure: Install ONS 15454 Cards

1.8.1 Slot Requirements

Shelf assembly slots have symbols indicating the type of cards that you can install in them. Each ONS 15454 card has a corresponding symbol. The symbol on the card must match the symbol on the slot.

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Multispeed slots have circle symbols. In these slots, only install ONS 15454 cards with a circle symbol on the faceplate.

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High-speed slots have a circle symbol and a triangle symbol. In these slots, only install ONS 15454 cards with a circle symbol or a triangle.

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TCC slots have a square symbol. In these slots, only install ONS 15454 cards with a square symbol.

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Cross-connect slots have a cross symbol. In these slots, only install ONS 15454 cards with a cross symbol.

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Protection slots have a P symbol. You can use these slots to supply 1:N protection for electrical cards.

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The AIC slot has a diamond. In this slot, only install cards with a diamond symbol in this slot.

Table 1-4 Slot and Card Symbols
Symbol	Color/Shape	Definition
l	Orange/Circle	Multispeed slot (all line cards except OC-48)
s	Blue/Triangle	High speed slot (all line cards including OC-48)
n	Purple/Square	Timing, Communications, and Control (TCC/TCC+) slot
:	Green/Cross	Cross-connect (XC/XCVT) slot
P	Red/P	Protection slot in 1:N protection schemes
u	Red/Diamond	AIC Slot
H	Gold/Star	Multispeed slot - future

lists the number of ports, line rates, connector options and connector locations for ONS 15454 optical and electrical cards.

Table 1-5 Card Ports, Line Rates, and Connectors
Card	Ports	Line Rate per Port	Connector Types	Connector Location
DS1-14	14	1.544 Mbps	SMB w/wire wrap adapter, AMP CHAMP Connector*	Backplane
DS1N-14	14	1.544 Mbps	SMB w/wire wrap adapter, AMP CHAMP Connector*	N/A
DS3-12	12	44.736 Mbps	SMB or BNC*	Backplane
DS3N-12	12	44.736 Mbps	SMB or BNC*	N/A
DS3XM-6	6	44.736 Mbps	SMB or BNC*	Backplane
EC1-12	12	51.84 Mbps	SMB or BNC*	Backplane
E100T-12	12	100 Mbps	RJ-45	Faceplate
E1000-2	2	1000 Mbps	SC (GBIC)	Faceplate
OC3 IR	4	155.52 Mbps (STS-3)	SC	Faceplate
OC-12 (IR/LR)	1	622.08 Mbps (STS-12)	SC	Faceplate
OC-48 (IR/LR/ELR)	1	2488.32 Mbps (STS-48)	SC	Faceplate

* When used as a protect card, the card does not have a physical external connection. The protect card connects to the working card(s) through the backplane and becomes active when the working card fails. The protect card then uses the physical connection of the failed card.

1.8.2 Card Turn-Up

The procedure for turning up ONS 15454 cards is nearly identical for each card. AIC card turn-up is slightly different from all other cards and is described in its own procedure, and the XC/XCVT and TCC/TCC+ turn up procedures are virtually identical and are described in one procedure. Turn up for all other cards is the same and is covered by one procedure.

Note Because all other cards boot from the active TCC/TCC+ card, at least one TCC/TCC+ card must be installed in order to boot any other cards.

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of the AIC Card

Step 4

Verify that after 30 to 45 seconds, all LEDs blink once and turn off.

Step 6

Verify that the card appears in the correct slot on the CTC software screen.

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of the TCC/TCC+ and XC/XCVT Cards

Step 1

Install the card in the correct slot (Slot 8 or 10 for the XC/XCVT and slot 7 or 11 for the TCC/TCC+).

If the FAIL LED is displayed continuously on the TCC/TCC+ card, see the note below concerning TCC/TCC+ uploading.

Step 4

Verify that after 30 to 45 seconds, all LEDs blink once and turn off.

Step 5

Verify that the ACT/STBY LED is the correct color for the card (green for active, yellow for standby).

On the TCC/TCC+ card, the LED may take several minutes to illuminate while the DCC processor boots.

Step 6

Verify that the card appears in white in the correct slot on the CTC software screen.

Tip

When a TCC/TCC+ card installed in the shelf assembly has a different version of the ONS 15454 software installed than the version running on the active TCC/TCC+, it automatically loads the software version running on the active TCC/TCC+. You do not need to do anything in this situation. However, the loading TCC/TCC+ card will not boot up in the normal manner. When the card is first inserted, the red FAIL LED stays on for a short period. The FAIL LED then blinks as normal after which all LEDs go dark. The FAIL LED and the ACT/STBY LED flash alternately every 30 to 45 seconds as the new software loads onto the new TCC/TCC+ card. After loading the new software for approximately 30 minutes, the TCC/TCC+ card becomes the standby card and the amber LED is illuminated.

Warning Follow all directions and warning labels when working with optical fibers. To prevent eye damage, never look directly into a fiber or connector.

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of All Other Cards

Step 4

Verify that after 30 to 45 seconds, all LEDs blink once and turn off.

Step 5

Verify that the ACT LED is on. Note that the signal fail (SF) LED may persist until all card ports connect to their far end counterparts and signal is present.

Step 6

Verify that the card appears in the correct slot on the CTC software screen.

1.8.3 Card Software Installation

After you install an ONS 15454 card in a valid card slot, the card's software automatically updates to the version that operates correctly with the system software installed on the TCC. To verify the current version of software installed on the XTC, click the Help menu and then click About CTC. See "" for more information.

1.8.4 Gigabit Interface Converter

GBICs are hot-swappable input/output devices that plug into a Gigabit Ethernet port to link the port with the fiber optic network. Cisco provides two GBIC models: one for short reach applications (part number 15454-GBIC-SX) and one for long-reach applications (15454-GBIC-LX). The short reach, or "SX" model, connects to multimode fiber and the long reach, or "LX" model, requires single- mode fiber. Because the GBICs are very similar in appearance, check the label on the GBIC carefully before installing it. A GBIC is shown in .

The 15454-GBIC-SX operates on ordinary multi-mode fiber optic link spans of up to 550 m in length.

The 15454-GBIC-LX fully complies with the IEEE 802.3z 1000BaseLX standard. However, their higher optical quality allows them to reach 10km over single-mode fiber (SMF) versus the 5 km specified in the standard.

Procedure: Install Gigabit Interface Converters

Table 1-6 Available GBICs
GBIC	Product Number
Short wavelength (1000BaseSX)	15454-GBIC-SX
Long wavelength/long haul (1000BaseLX)	15454-GBIC-LX

Step 2

Check the part number to verify that the GBIC is the correct type for your network.

Step 3

Grip the sides of the GBIC with your thumb and forefinger and insert it into the slot on the front panel of the Gigabit Ethernet card (shown in ).

GBICs are hot-swappable and can therefore be installed/removed while the card/shelf assembly is powered and running.

Step 4

Slide the GBIC through the flap that is covering the opening until you hear a click.

Warning GBICs are Class 1 laser products. These products have been tested and comply with
Class 1 limits.

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture ports of the single-mode fiber optic modules when no cable is connected. Avoid exposure and do not stare into open apertures.

Step 5

When you are ready to attach the network interface fiber optic cable, remove the plug from the GBIC and save the plug for future use.

Procedure: Remove a Gigabit Interface Converter

Step 2

Release the GBIC from the slot by simultaneously squeezing the two plastic tabs (one on each side of the GBIC).

A flap closes over the GBIC slot to protect the connector on the Gigabit Ethernet card.

Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.

1.9 Cable Installation

1.9.1 Fiber Cable Installation

ONS 15454 fiber optic cards feature SC connectors. To install fiber optic cables in the ONS 15454, a fiber cable with the corresponding connector type must be connected to the transmit and receive ports on the ONS 15454 cards. On ONS 15454 optical card ports, the top connector is Transmit and the bottom connector is Receive. Cisco recommends that the transmit and receive and the working and protection fibers be labeled at each end of the fiber span to avoid confusion with cables that are similar in appearance.

Warning Follow all directions and warning labels when working with optical fibers. To prevent eye damage, never look directly into a fiber or connector.

Procedure: Install and Route Fiber Optic Cables in the ONS 15454

Step 1

Place the SC connector in front of the connection point on the card faceplate. Each card supports at least one transmit and one receive connector to create an optical carrier port. Figure 1-29 shows the cable location.

Step 2

Align the keyed ridge of the cable connector with the receiving slot on the faceplate connection point.

Step 3

Gently push the cable connector into the faceplate connection point until the connector snaps into place.

Step 4

Route fiber cables through the cable retaining clips on the optical card faceplate into the cable management tray on the bottom of the assembly.

Step 5

From the cable management tray, route the fiber cables out the nearest side of the assembly through cutout holes.

Note Clean all fiber connectors thoroughly. Dust particles can degrade performance. Put caps on any fiber connectors that are not used.

Cisco provides clear plastic fiber boots for each optics card. The boots prevent hanging fibers from bending too sharply, which may degrade performance. The boots also prevent the front door from interfering with hanging fibers. Figure 1-30 shows the fiber boot attachment.

You can install the fiber boots on the fiber optic cables before or after the fibers are attached to the optic card.

Procedure: Install the Fiber Boot

Step 3

Twist the fiber boot to lock the fiber cable into the tail end of the fiber boot.

Step 4

Slide the fiber boot forward along the fiber cable until the fiber boot fits snugly onto the end of the SC cable connector.

1.9.2 Coaxial Cable Installation

When using ONS 15454 DS-3 electrical cables, the cables must terminate on a pre-installed EIA on the ONS 15454 backplane. EIAs are available with SMB and BNC type connectors. All DS-3 cables connected to the ONS 15454 DS-3 card must terminate with coaxial cables using the desired connector type in order to connect to the specified EIA. For information about physically installing an EIA in the field, see the "Backplane Covers" section.

1.9.2.1 BNC Installation

When EIAs are pre-installed on the backplane, a special backplane cover panel with cutouts over the coaxial cable connectors is provided. The BNC EIA supports 24 DS-3 circuits on each side of the ONS 15454 (24 transmit and 24 receive connectors). If you install BNC EIAs on both sides of the unit, the ONS 15454 hosts up to 48 circuits. The BNC connectors on the EIA are Trompeter UCBJ224 (75 Ohm) 4 leg connectors. Right angle mating connectors for the connecting cable are AMP 413588-2 (75 Ohm) connectors. A straight connector of the same type can also be used, if preferred. Use RG-59/U cable to connect to the ONS 15454 BNC EIA. These cables are recommended to connect to a patch panel and are designed for long runs of up to 450 feet.

Procedure: Install Coaxial Cable With BNC Connectors

Step 1

Place the BNC cable connector over the desired connection point on the backplane.

Figure 1-31 shows how to connect a coaxial cable to the BNC EIA using a right-angle BNC cable connector.

Step 2

Position the cable connector so that the slot in the connector is over the corresponding notch at the backplane connection point.

Step 3

Gently push the connector down until the notch backplane connector slides into the slot on the cable connector.

Step 6

Route the cables to the nearest side of the shelf assembly through the side cutouts according to local site practice. The rubber coated edges of the side cutouts prevent the cables from chafing.

Note Slots 1, 3, 15 and 17 are designated protection slots when BNC connectors are used. Slots 5, 6, 11, and 12 do not support DS3-12 cards when BNC connectors are used. A total of four DS3-12 cards may be used to carry traffic when BNC connectors are used.

Label all cables at each end of the connection to avoid confusion with cables that are similar in appearance.

1.9.2.2 High-Density BNC Installation

The High-density BNC EIA supports 48 DS-3 circuits on each side of the ONS 15454 (48 transmit and 48 receive connectors). If you install BNC EIAs on both sides of the unit, the ONS 15454 hosts up to 96 circuits. You must use straight connectors on RG-59/U cable to connect to the ONS 15454 High-density BNC EIA. Cisco recommends these cables for connection to a patch panel; they are designed for long runs of up to 450 feet.

Although not required, Cisco strongly recommends using the BNC insertion tool to connect cables to the EIA. See page 10- 15 for more information about the insertion tool.

Procedure: Install Coaxial Cable With High-density BNC Connectors

Step 1

Place the BNC cable connector over the desired connection point on the backplane.

Step 2

Using the insertions tool, position the cable connector so that the slot in the connector is over the corresponding notch at the backplane connection point.

Step 3

Gently push the connector down until the notch backplane connector slides into the slot on the cable connector.

Step 6

Route the cables to the nearest side of the shelf assembly through the side cutouts according to local site practice.

1.9.2.3 SMB Installation

The SMB backplane cover is similar to the BNC cover. The SMB EIA has 84 transmit and 84 receive connectors on each side of the ONS 15454 for a total of 168 SMB connectors (84 circuits). For DS-3 or EC-1, the EIA supports 72 transmit and 72 receive connectors, for a total of 144 SMB connectors (72 circuits.) The SMB connectors on the EIA are AMP 415504-3 (75 Ohm) 4 leg connectors. Right- angle mating connectors for the connecting cable are AMP 415484-2 (75 Ohm) connectors. Use RG-179/U cable to connect to the ONS 15454 EIA. Cisco recommends these cables for connection to a patch panel; they are not designed for long runs.

Procedure: Install SMB Type Connectors

Step 1

Place the SMB cable connector over the desired connection point on the backplane.

Step 4

Route the cables to the nearest side of the shelf assembly into rack runs according to local site practice.

Label the transmit, receive, working and protection cables at each end of the connection to avoid confusion with cables that are similar in appearance.

1.9.3 DS-1 Cable Installation

DS-1s support both twisted pair wire-wrap cabling and AMP CHAMP connector cabling. Install the proper backplane EIA on the ONS 15454 for each cabling option. This section provides information about the DS-1 EIA options.

1.9.3.1 Twisted Pair Wire Wrap Installation

Installing twisted-pair, wire-wrap DS-1 cables requires separate pairs of grounded twisted-pair cables for receive (in) and transmit (out). Prepare four cables, two for receive and two for transmit, for each DS-1 facility to be installed.

If you use DS-1 electrical twisted pair cables, equip the ONS 15454 with an SMB-based EIA on each side of the backplane where DS-1 cables will terminate. You must install special DS-1 electrical interface adapters on every transmit and receive connector for each DS-1 termination. See the "Install DS-1 Electrical Interface Adapters" section for information about installing SMB backplane covers.

Note DS-1 electrical interface adapters project an additional 1.72 inches from the ONS 15454 backplane.

EIAs are special cards attached to the assembly backplane that provide cable connectors and a cover panel that features cutouts over the coaxial cable connectors. EIAs are available with SMB and BNC type connectors. You must use SMB EIAs for DS-1 twisted-pair cable installation.

If you install DS-1 cards in the ONS 15454, you must fit the corresponding transmit and receive SMB connectors on the EIA with a DS-1 electrical interface adapter. You can install the adapter on the SMB connector for the port. The adaptor has wire wrap posts for DS-1 transmit and receive cables. Figure 1-33 shows the DS-1 electrical interface adapter.

Each DS-1 electrical interface adapter, commonly referred to as a balun, has a female SMB connector on one end and a pair of .045 inch square wire wrap posts on the other end. The wire wrap posts are .200 inches apart.

Procedure: Install DS-1 Electrical Interface Adapters

Step 1

Attach the SMB connector on the adapter to the SMB connector for the port's transmit pair on the backplane.

Step 2

Attach the SMB connector on an adapter to the SMB connector for the port's receive pair on the backplane.

Step 3

Terminate the DS-1 transmit and receive cables for the port to the wire wrap posts on the adapter.

If you place DS1N-14 in Slots 3 and 15 to form 1:N protection groups, do not wire Slots 3 and 15 for DS-1 electrical interface adapters.

Figure 1-34 shows a ONS 15454 backplane with an SMB EIA with DS-1 electrical interface adapters attached on both sides of the shelf to create DS-1 twisted pair termination points.

All DS-1 cables connected to the ONS 15454 DS-1 ports must terminate with twisted-pair cables to connect to the DS-1 electrical interface adapter. The DS-1 electrical interface adapters project 1.72 inches beyond the SMB EIA.

Procedure: Install DS-1 Cables on the DS-1 Electrical Interface Adapters

Step 1

Using a wire-wrap tool, connect the receive cables to the receive adapter pins on the backplane connector for the desired port.

Step 2

Connect the transmit cables to the transmit adapter pins on the backplane connector for the desired port.

Step 3

Terminate the shield ground wire on the DS-1 cable to ground according to local site practice.

Step 4

If you place DS1N-14 cards in Slots 3 and 15 to form 1:N protection groups, do not wire Slots 3 and 15 for DS-1 electrical interface adapters.

1.9.3.2 AMP CHAMP Installation

To instal AMP CHAMP connector DS-1 cables you must use 64-pin bundled cable connectors with a 64-pin male AMP CHAMP connector. You need an AMP CHAMP connector #552276-1 for the receptacle side and #1-552496-1 for the right angle shell housing (or their functional equivalent). The corresponding 64-pin female AMP CHAMP connector on the AMP CHAMP EIA supports one receive (in) and one transmit (out) for each DS-1 port for the corresponding card slot.

Because each DS1-14 card supports 14 DS-1 ports, only 56 pins (28 pairs) of the 64-pin connector are used. Prepare one 56-wire cable for each DS-1 facility installed. shows the pin assignments for the AMP CHAMP connectors on the ONS 15454 AMP CHAMP EIA. See the "AMP CHAMP EIA" section for more information about the AMP CHAMP EIA.

Table 1-7 Pin Assignments for AMP Champ Connector
Signal/Wire	Pin	Pin	Signal/Wire	Signal/Wire	Pin	Pin	Signal/Wire
Tx Tip 1 white/blue	1	33	Tx Ring 1 blue/white	Rx Tip 1 yellow/orange	17	49	Rx Ring 1 orange/yellow
Tx Tip 2 white/orange	2	34	Tx Ring 2 orange/white	Rx Tip 2 yellow/green	18	50	Rx Ring 2 green/yellow
Tx Tip 3 white/green	3	35	Tx Ring 3 green/white	Rx Tip 3 yellow/brown	19	51	Rx Ring 3 brown/yellow
Tx Tip 4 white/brown	4	36	Tx Ring 4 brown/white	Rx Tip 4 yellow/slate	20	52	Rx Ring 4 slate/yellow
Tx Tip 5 white/slate	5	37	Tx Ring 5 slate/white	Rx Tip 5 violet/blue	21	53	Rx Ring 5 blue/violet
Tx Tip 6 red/blue	6	38	Tx Ring 6 blue/red	Rx Tip 6 violet/orange	22	54	Rx Ring 6 orange/violet
Tx Tip 7 red/orange	7	39	Tx Ring 7 orange/red	Rx Tip 7 violet/green	23	55	Rx Ring 7 green/violet
Tx Tip 8 red/green	8	40	Tx Ring 8 green/red	Rx Tip 8 violet/brown	24	56	Rx Ring 8 brown/violet
Tx Tip 9 red/brown	9	41	Tx Ring 9 brown/red	Rx Tip 9 violet/slate	25	57	Rx Ring 9 slate/violet
Tx Tip 10 red/slate	10	42	Tx Ring 10 slate/red	Rx Tip 10 white/blue	26	58	Rx Ring 10 blue/white
Tx Tip 11 black/blue	11	43	Tx Ring 11 blue/black	Rx Tip 11 white/orange	27	59	Rx Ring 11 orange/white
Tx Tip 12 black/orange	12	44	Tx Ring 12 orange/black	Rx Tip 12 white/green	28	60	Rx Ring 12 green/white
Tx Tip 13 black/green	13	45	Tx Ring 13 green/black	Rx Tip 13 white/brown	29	61	Rx Ring 13 brown/white
Tx Tip 14 black/brown	14	46	Tx Ring 14 brown/black	Rx Tip 14 white/slate	30	62	Rx Ring 14 slate/white
Tx Spare0+ N/A	15	47	Tx Spare0- N/A	Rx Spare0+ N/A	31	63	Rx Spare0- N/A
Tx Spare1+ N/A	16	48	Tx Spare1- N/A	Rx Spare1+ N/A	32	64	Rx Spare1- N/A

When using DS-1 AMP CHAMP cables, you must equip the ONS 15454 with an AMP CHAMP connector EIA on each side of the backplane where DS-1 cables will terminate. Each AMP CHAMP connector on the EIA corresponds to a slot in the shelf assembly and is numbered accordingly. The AMP CHAMP connectors have screw-down tooling at each end of the connector. See the "AMP CHAMP EIA" section for information on AMP CHAMP backplane cover installation.

Procedure: Install DS-1 AMP CHAMP Cables on the AMP CHAMP EIA

Step 1

Prepare a 56-wire cable for each DS-1 card you will install in the shelf assembly. See for the ONS 15454 AMP CHAMP connector pin assignments.

Step 2

Connect the male AMP CHAMP connector on the cable to the female AMP CHAMP connector on the ONS 15454 backplane.

Step 3

Use the clips on the male AMP CHAMP connector to secure the connection.

The female connector has grooves on the outside edge for snapping the clips into place.

1.10 Cable Management

ONS 15454 cable management components include cable management clips on the optical card faceplates, a cable management tray in the front cabinet compartment, and cable tiewrap facilities on the EIAs.

1.10.1 Optical Cable Management

Optical cables connect to the SC connectors on the faceplate of the optical cards as described in the "Fiber Cable Installation" section. Route optical cables down through the fiber management clips on the optical card faceplate (shown in Figure 1-35).

Route optical cables from the fiber management clips into the cable management area of the shelf assembly, through a cutout in the nearest side of the assembly, and onto the side of the assembly. A hinged panel on the front of the shelf assembly folds down to provide access to the cable management tray. Figure 1-36 shows the fold-down panel and cable management tray.

Procedure: Route Optical Cables in the Shelf Assembly

Step 2

Route the cable on the card faceplate through the fiber clip on the faceplate.

Step 4

Route the cables out either side of the cable management tray through the cutouts on each side of the shelf assembly. Use the reversible fiber guides to route cables out the desired side.

Step 5

Close the fold-down front door when all cables in the front compartment are properly routed.

shows the fold-down front door of the shelf assembly open to display the cable routing channel.

1.10.2 Coaxial Cable Management

Coaxial cables connect to the BNC type or SMB type EIAs on the ONS 15454 backplane using cable connectors. The BNC type EIAs support up to 48 transmit and receive coaxial connectors on each side of the ONS 15454 backplane for a total of up to 96 connectors (48 circuits). The SMB type EIAs support up to 84 transmit and receive coaxial connectors on each side of the ONS 15454 for a total of up to 168 connectors (84 circuits).

When EIAs are used, the backplane cover uses cutouts over the cable connectors. Incoming cables terminated with the corresponding connector type (SMB or BNC) can be connected directly onto the backplane through the cover cutouts.

EIAs feature cable management eyelets for tie wrapping or lacing cables to the cover panel. Tiewrap or lace the coaxial cables according to local site practice and route the cables through the side cutouts on either side of the ONS 15454 assembly. The rubber coated edges of the side cutouts prevent the cables from chafing.

When using the RG179 cable with SMB connectors, remember that the maximum distance available with the RG179 cable is less than the maximum distance available with standard RG59 cable. If you only use the RG179, the maximum available distance is 100 feet versus the 450 feet available with the larger RG59 cable.

Use short lengths of "pigtail" RG179 to terminate the shelf, and use standard RG59 connected to the RG179 for the remainder of the cable run. When using a 10-foot section of the RG179, you can attach a maximum length of 437 feet of RG59. When using a 30-foot section of RG179, you can attach a maximum length of 311 feet of RG59.

The shorter maximum distance available with the RG179 is due to a higher attenuation rate for the thinner cable. The attenuation rate for RG59 cable (based on testing with Belden 923, the equivalent of 328A cable) is ~1.0 dB/100 feet at 22 Mhz (DS-3 data rate). The attenuation rate of RG179 is
6.3 db/100 feet. Use a figure of 5.0 for total cable loss when making calculations. Figure 1-37 shows one side of the ONS 15454 backplane with SMB EIAs and the coaxial cables properly routed.

1.10.3 Twisted Pair Cable Management

Connect twisted pair/DS-1cables to SMB EIAs on the ONS 15454 backplane using cable connectors and DS-1 electrical interface adapters. The SMB type EIAs support up to 84 transmit and receive SMB connectors on each side of the ONS 15454 for a total of up to 168 connectors (84 circuits).

When using DS-1 twisted pair cables, the backplane cover features cutouts over the SMB cable connectors. You must install DS-1 electrical interface adapters on every transmit and receive connector for DS-1 ports. Incoming cables terminated can be connected directly onto the backplane using the wire wrap posts on the DS-1 electrical interface adapters.

SMB EIAs feature cable management eyelets for tie wrapping or lacing cables to the cover panel. Tie wrap or lace the twisted pair cables according to local site practice and route the cables into the side cutouts on either side of the ONS 15454 assembly.

1.10.4 AMP CHAMP Cable Management

AMP CHAMP cables connect to the EIAs on the ONS 15454 backplane using AMP CHAMP cable connectors. The AMP CHAMP EIAs support up to six AMP CHAMP connectors on each side of the ONS 15454 backplane for a total of up to 12 connectors.

EIAs have cable management eyelets to tiewrap or lace cables to the cover panel. Tiewrap or lace the AMP CHAMP cables according to local site practice and route the cables. If you configure the ONS 15454 for a 23-inch rack, two additional inches of cable management area are available on each side of the assembly. See the "AMP CHAMP EIA" section and the "AMP CHAMP Installation" section and the for more information.

1.10.5 Alarm Cable Management

Route alarm cables out the nearest side of the shelf assembly through the space provided. Tiewrap eyelets below the alarm pin field can be used to manage alarm cables. Cutouts are protected to prevent chaffing of the cables.

1.10.6 BIC Rear Cover Installation

The ONS 15454 has an optional backplane interface connector (BIC) rear cover. This clear plastic cover provides additional protection for the cables and connectors on the backplane ( ).

Procedure: Install the BIC Rear Cover

Step 1

Locate the three screws that run vertically along the edges of the backplane.

Only one pair of screws lines up with the screw slots on the mounting brackets, making them easy to locate.

Step 2

Loosen the top and bottom screws on one edge of the backplane to provide room to slide the mounting brackets into place using the u-shaped screw slots on each end.

Step 3

Slide one of the mounting brackets into place and tighten the screws.

Step 5

Attach the cover by hanging it from the mounting screws on the back of the mounting brackets and pulling it down until it fits snugly into place.

1.11 ONS 15454 Assembly Specifications

1.11.1 Bandwidth

1.11.2 Slot Assignments

1.11.3 Cards

1.11.4 Configurations

1.11.5 Cisco Transport Controller

1.11.6 External LAN Interface

1.11.7 TL1 Craft Interface

1.11.8 Modem Interface

1.11.9 Alarm Interface

1.11.10 EIA Interface

1.11.11 Database Storage

1.11.12 BITS Interface

1.11.13 System Timing

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Holdover Stability: 3.7 x10-7/day, including temperature (< 255 slips in first 24 hours)

1.11.14 Power Specifications

1.11.15 Environmental Specifications

1.11.16 Dimensions

1.12 Node Turn-Up

This section provides the steps required for the basic turn-up of the ONS 15454 shelf assembly. The section assumes that individual cards will either be used with their default provisioning values or will be provisioned by local technicians as required by the site.

1.12.1 Installation

Table 1-8 Installation Checklist
Description	Check
ONS 15454 mounted securely in rack.
ONS 15454 grounded with rack ground.
Power runs to the ONS 15454.
Visual and Audible alarm pins connect to central alarm collection equipment.
If used, BITS, LAN, Alarm, ACO and CRAFT pins connect to corresponding cables.
If used, BITS, LAN, Alarm, ACO and CRAFT cables are tiewrapped and routed under screw holes.
Preferred EIAs are installed.
Coaxial and/or DS-1 cables installed on back of unit.
Laced or tiewrapped coaxial cables run onto the sides of the ONS 15454.
Power connections fused properly (15A recommended).
-48V DC (tolerance -42 to -56V DC) power present at DC A and DC B terminals (if used) when power applied.
Fan tray filter installed in fan tray with flow direction arrow on filter frame pointing up.
Fan tray assembly installed. When installed, fans will run on high speed with no TCCs installed.
If used, Ethernet patch cords are connected to Ethernet cards.
Fiber optic and/or Ethernet patchcords route through the faceplate clips, into the fiber management tray, through the side cutout and along the sides of the ONS 15454.
Fiber management tray able to swing up and down without disturbing fiber or Ethernet patchcords.
Fan tray assembly able to be removed without disturbing fiber or Ethernet patchcords.
LCD functions. (Use LCD buttons to toggle through slots, ports and states of cards).
Door mounted with hinges on hinge pins.
Doors open and close without disturbing fiber or Ethernet patchcords.

1.12.2 Node Turn-Up

lists the steps necessary to successfully turn-up an ONS 15454 node. Each step references the page number where the procedure for completing the step can be found. You must complete the steps listed in before you begin node turn up.

Table 1-9 Node Turn Up Checklist
Description	Check
Configure computer
Verify that the computer has a 486 or higher processor and 128 Megabytes or more of RAM. The operating system should be Windows 95/98, NT, or UNIX. The browser should either be Netscape Navigator 4.08 or higher or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher. Netscape Navigator can be installed from the Cisco ONS 15454 system software CD shipped with the system.
Verify that a straight-through CAT 4 or CAT 5 cable with RJ-45 connectors on each end is used to connect the computer to the LAN port on the TCC card.
Verify that the computer TCP/IP connection is installed on the computer. If the computer has never been connected to a network, see the Control Panel>Network>Configuration screen on Windows 95/98 to verify TCP/IP installation.
Install Cards
Install TCC/TCC+ and XC/XCVT cards. Slots 7 and 11 hold redundant TCC cards. Slots 8 and 10 hold redundant XC/XCVT cards. Install one TCC and let it initialize before installing any additional cards. The red Fail LED on the TCC will flash for approximately 30 seconds and all remaining LEDs will blink once in sequence. The ACT/STBY LED will be green/amber when the card is initialized. The IP address for the node, the temperature of the ONS 15454, and the time of day will be displayed on the LCD. Default time of day is 12:00 AM, January 1, 1970
Verify that each card turns up successfully. For more information, see the "Card Turn-Up" section.
Ensure that transmit and receive fiber patchcords are correctly connected to the optic cards.
Verify that TCC/TCC+ cards and XC/XCVT cards are installed in the ONS 15454 in the correct slots. Do not operate the ONS 15454 with only one TCC/TCC+ or one XC/XCVT card installed. Always use redundant cards.
Connect computer
When connecting through a LAN, you must first obtain a valid IP address from your network administrator. After obtaining a valid IP address, connect directly to the ONS 15454 through either the LAN port on the TCC or the LAN pins on the rear of the shelf. In the CTC, go to the Provisioning>Network tabs and set the IP address, subnet mask, and default router address. You can also use the buttons on LCD panel to set your IP address, subnet mask, and default router address.
Connect the computer LAN cable to the RJ-45 port marked "LAN" on the faceplate of a TCC card.
Get the IP address for the node from the LCD screen on the ONS 15454. Record the IP address for future reference.
Open the Internet browser to connect with the network element.
Enter the ONS 15454's IP address in the address field of the browser program. Press Return.
Log into the CTC
A log in screen appears. No password is required for the first log in. Network administrators should set up a new user name and a password for security. User names and passwords are case sensitive.
The CTC main screen appears. The screen graphically depicts the ONS 15454 shelf assembly.
Verify that the TCC and XC/XCVT card(s) are correctly installed. The cards appear in the graphic depiction of the shelf assembly as white when successfully installed. The card name and slot numbers where the cards are installed should be identical to the physical installation.
Set up security
To set up user security accounts, go to the Provisioning>Security screen. Superusers can add and modify other accounts.
Set up accounts for users as required for the local site.
Provision node
Go to the Provisioning>General screen. The Node Name, Contact, and Description are displayed. Set the node name.
In the Provisioning>General screen, set the time zone, date, and time options as desired.
Go to the Provisioning>Ring screen. Configure the Node ID to Ring Disabled, or to the desired ring number in a BLSR ring configuration.
Connect to the ONS 15454 over a Local Area Network (LAN)
Change the ONS 15454 IP address to a valid local LAN network IP address in the Provisioning>Network screen.
Select the subnet mask.
Enter a valid default router, if applicable.
Click Apply to reboot the TCC card and activate the new address.
Change TCP/IP settings on the PC connected to the ONS 15454 so that it is on the same subnet as the Gateway network element.
Verify that the Netmask field on the PC's TCP/IP settings match the ONS 15454's subnet mask.
Restart the PC, if necessary.
After restart, open the browser software and enter the new IP address assigned to the ONS 15454.
Select Provisioning>SonetDCC to view the DCCs over SONET links. DCCs are disabled by default. Select and enable desired DCCs.
Provision Timing References
Set timing references for the shelf assembly. Select Provisioning>Timing.
For an external BITS clock, set the Timing Mode to External Time.
For Synchronous Status Messaging (SSM), the SSM Message Set field displays clock specifications.
Set Quality of RES to the Quality of the timing reference being received, if applicable.
Set BITS 1 and BITS 2 to In Service. The Coding and Framing fields display clock specifications.
Check the Sync Messaging Enabled box if you are using SSM.
Set the AIS Threshold if AIS should be inserted on the BITS. (Not supported when SSM is enabled.)
Set NE Reference 1 and NE Reference 2 to BITS 1 and BITS 2, respectively.
Set BITS 1 Out and BITS 2 Out as desired to provide timing output using the timing output pins on the ONS 15454 backplane.
Install any service cards to be used in the ONS 15454. Slot restrictions may apply.
Verify that when a card is installed, the Fail LED blinks for over 30 seconds and then the remaining LEDs each flash once in sequence.
Verify that the green ACT LED turns on for active cards and the yellow STBY LED turns on for standby cards. The yellow SF LED may persist if far-end ports are not all connected.
Verify that all cards are installed in the correct slots and are white on the main CTC craft interface screen. This confirms that each card is installed successfully.
Go to the Alarms screen and verify that no equipment alarms are issued against the installed cards.
Connect all cables (near end and far end) for each installed service card port.
Provision Ports
Go to the service card's Provisioning screen for all connected ports and set the ports to In Service.
For ports that use concatenation, set concatenation as needed within the Circuit provisioning screen.
Check Enabled Sync Messages box to use SSM on each port, if applicable.
Ensure that all links are active to external network elements where cross-connects will be mapped.
Map cross-connects to the Circuits tab and create cross-connects as needed.
Verify Protection and Save the Database
Remove active cards to verify that standby cards become active.
Save the network element database. Record the location of the saved database file for future reference.

1.13 ONS 15454 Software and Hardware Compatibility Matrix

provides a matrix showing software and hardware compatibility for ONS 15454 Releases 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2.0.

Table 1-10 ONS 15454 Software and Hardware Compatibility
Hardware	2.00.0x (2.0)	2.10.0x (2.1)	2.20.0x (2.2.0)
TCC	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
TCC+	Not Supported	Not Supported	Fully Compatible
XC	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
XCVT	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
AIC	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
EC1-12	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
E100T-12	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
E1000-2	Not Supported	Not Supported	Fully Compatible
DS1-14	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
DS1N-14	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
DS3-12	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
DS3N-12	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
DS3XM-6	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC3 IR 4 1310	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC12 IR 1310	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC12 LR 1310	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC12 LR 1550	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC48 IR 1310	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC48 LR 1550	Fully compatible	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible
OC48 ELR 1550	Not Supported	Fully Compatible	Fully Compatible

If an upgrade is required for compatibility call the Cisco Technical Assistance Center at 1-877-323-7368.

Table Of Contents

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Installation

1.1 Installation Overview

1.2 Installation Equipment

1.2.1 Included Materials

1.2.2 User-Supplied Materials

1.2.2.1 Tools Needed

1.2.2.2 Test Equipment

1.3 Installation in a Rack

1.3.1 Reversible Mounting Bracket

Procedure: Reverse the Mounting Bracket

1.3.2 Mounting the ONS 15454 in a Rack

Procedure: Mount the Shelf Assembly in a Rack (One Person)

Procedure: Mount the Shelf Assembly in a Rack (Two People)

1.3.3 Multiple Installations in a Rack

Procedure: Mount Multiple ONS 15454s in a Rack

1.3.3.1 Four Shelf System Example

1.3.3.2 ONS 15454 Bay Assembly

1.4 Equipment Access and Features

1.4.1 Front Door

Procedure: Open the Front Cabinet Compartment

Procedure: Remove the Front Door

1.4.2 Card Slots

1.4.3 Cable Management Facilities

1.4.4 Fan Tray Assembly

Procedure: Install or Replace the Fan Tray Air Filter Without the Bottom Brackets

Procedure: Install or Replace the Fan Tray Air Filter Using the Bottom Brackets

Procedure: Install the Fan Tray

Procedure: Remove the Fan Tray

1.4.5 LCD Screen

Procedure: View Alarms Counts on a Specific Slot and Port

1.4.6 LCD Alarm Functions

1.4.7 Backplane Covers

Procedure: Remove the Backplane Sheet Metal Covers

1.4.7.1 EIA Backplane Cover (Optional)

1.4.7.2 BNC EIA

1.4.7.3 High-Density BNC EIA

1.4.7.4 SMB EIA

1.4.7.5 AMP CHAMP EIA

Procedure: Remove an EIA

Procedure: Install an EIA

1.4.7.6 Lower Backplane Cover

Procedure: Access the Alarm Interface Panel, Alarm Pin Field or Power Terminals

1.4.7.7 Alarm Interface Panel

Procedure: Replace the Alarm Interface Panel

1.5 Power and Ground Installation

Procedure: Install Redundant Power Feeds

1.6 Alarm Pin Field Connections

1.6.1 Alarm Installation

1.6.2 Timing Installation

1.6.3 LAN Installation

1.6.4 Craft Interface Installation

1.6.5 X.25 Installation

1.6.6 Modem Installation

1.6.7 TBOS Installation

1.7 Ferrite Installation

1.8 Card Installation and Turn-Up

Procedure: Install ONS 15454 Cards

1.8.1 Slot Requirements

1.8.2 Card Turn-Up

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of the AIC Card

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of the TCC/TCC+ and XC/XCVT Cards

Procedure: Verify Successful Turn-Up of All Other Cards

1.8.3 Card Software Installation

1.8.4 Gigabit Interface Converter

Procedure: Install Gigabit Interface Converters

Procedure: Remove a Gigabit Interface Converter

1.9 Cable Installation

1.9.1 Fiber Cable Installation

Procedure: Install and Route Fiber Optic Cables in the ONS 15454

Procedure: Install the Fiber Boot

1.9.2 Coaxial Cable Installation

1.9.2.1 BNC Installation

Procedure: Install Coaxial Cable With BNC Connectors

1.9.2.2 High-Density BNC Installation

Procedure: Install Coaxial Cable With High-density BNC Connectors

1.9.2.3 SMB Installation

Procedure: Install SMB Type Connectors

1.9.3 DS-1 Cable Installation