Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware ...

3Installing a Brocade MLX-32 routerFor information about connecting power to the router, refer to “Connecting AC power” on page 224.For information about powering on the system, refer to “Activating the power source” on page 228.Connecting AC powerNOTEFor the NEBS-compliant installation, AC power connections must use a surge protection device(SPD) to protect the AC power supplies from damage due to excessive power line surges.AC power is supplied through a power cord that is connected to each power supply in the BrocadeMLX router. Follow the steps below to connect AC power to a Brocade MLX-32 router.1. Locate the power receptacle on the front panel of each installed power supply. Refer toFigure 160.2. Lift the cord retainer and connect an AC power cord to the power supply.3. Snap the cord retainer over the power plug to hold it in place.FIGURE 160Brocade MLX-32 power supply receptacle and cord retainer1AC OKDC OKALM21 Cord retainer 2 Power receptacleConnecting DC powerYou can supply DC power to the Brocade MLX-32 router with a DC-to-DC power supply. For 2400Wpower supplies, DC power must be supplied at 48V and 60 A for 2400W. For 3000W powersupplies, power must be supplied at 48V and 90A. The 2400W DC-to-DC power supply provides theDC power to the router at 12V and 200A. The 3000W DC-to-DC power supply provides DC power tothe router at 12V and 245A.DANGERThe procedure in this section is for qualified service personnel.Follow these steps to connect a DC power source:1. Use a#1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the safety cover, as shown inFigure 161. Remove the safety cover.224 Brocade MLX Series and Brocade NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide53-1002373-02