Hardware Installation Guide for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge

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First Published: 2020-10-28

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CHAPTER 1 Overview 1

Chassis Views 2
2

Platform Summary 5
Locating Labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms 6
Location of labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms 6
Locate Product Identification Details 8
Hardware Features of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms 9
Built-In Interface Ports 9
GE or SFP Ports 9
Removable and Interchangeable Modules and Cards 10
Memory 10
Power Supply 10
LEDs for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms 11
Fans, Ventilation, and Airflow 12
Chassis Ventilation 12
Slots, Subslots-Bay, Ports, and Interfaces 13
Slot Numbering 14

CHAPTER 2 Prepare for Installation 15

Standard Warning Statements 15

General Safety Warnings 15
Safety Recommendations 20
Safety with Electricity 20
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage 21

General Site Requirements 21

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General Precautions 22
Site Selection Guidelines 22
Site Environmental Requirements 22
Physical Characteristics 23
Rack Requirements 23
Router Environmental Requirements 23
Power Guidelines and Requirements 24
Network Cabling Specifications 24
Console Port Considerations 24
EIA/TIA-232 25
USB Serial Console 25
Prepare for Network Connections 25
Ethernet Connections 26
Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance 26

CHAPTER 3 Install and Connect 29

Safety Warnings 29
What You Need to Know 30
Before You Begin 30
Unpack the Device 30
Install the Device 30
Mount the Chassis on a Desktop 31
Rack Mount the Chassis 32
Attach the Rack-Mounting Brackets 33
Mount the Chassis on a Rack 38
Attach Cisco Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms on a Wall 43
Ground the Chassis 45
Chassis Grounding 45
Connect Power to the Device 47
Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem 48
Connect to the Console Port with Mac OS X 49
Connect to the Console Port with Linux 49
Install the Silicon Labs USB Device Driver 50
Install the Silicon Labs Windows USB Device Driver 50

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Install the Silicon Labs Mac USB Device Driver 50

Connect WAN and LAN Interfaces 51
Ports and Cabling 51
Connection Procedures and Precautions 52

CHAPTER 4 Install Internal Components and Field Replaceable Units 53

Safety Warnings 53
Locate and Access Internal Components 54
Remove and Replace the Chassis Cover 56
Remove the Chassis Cover 56
Replace the Cover 57
Remove and Replace DDR DIMMs 58
Locate and Orient DIMM 59
Remove a DIMM 59
Install a DIMM 60
Remove and Replace the Power Supplies 61

AC Power Supplies 62
Overview of the AC Power Supply 62
Remove and Replace the AC and HVDC Power Supply (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T) 65
67

Remove and Replace the AC Power Supply (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T) 67

69

DC Power Supplies 70
Overview of the DC Power Supplies 70
Remove and Replace the DC Power Supply (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T) 72
74

Remove and Replace the DC Power Supply (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T) 74

77

Install the DC Input Power 77

Prepare the Wire for Connecting to the DC Power Supply 77
Remove and Install PoE Converter Power Supply Unit 80

Remove the PoE Power Supply Slot Filler 81

Install the PoE Power Supply Slot Filler 81
Remove the PoE Converter Power Supply 82

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Install the PoE Converter Power Supply 83

Replace a Fan Tray for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms 84

Before Replacing a Fan Tray 84

Replace a Fan Tray in a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T 84
Remove the Fan Tray Air Filter from a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T 85
Remove the Fan Tray from a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T 85
Install the Fan Tray into a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T 86
Install and Remove SFP and SFP+ Modules 87
Laser Safety Guidelines 88
Remove Small Form Pluggable Modules 89
Remove and Replace the USB Flash Token Memory Stick 90
Remove and Install an M.2 USB|NVMe Module 91
Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage 91
Remove the M.2 USB|NVMe Module 92
Install the M.2 USB|NVMe Module 93
Managing Self Encrypting Drives 94

CHAPTER 5 Install Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Module 95

Overview of the Network Interface Module 95

95

Remove and Install Network Interface Modules 96

Remove the Network Interface Module 97
Install the Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Modules 97
Remove and Install Network Interface Modules Adapter 97
98

Remove the Network Interface Module Adapter 98

Install Network Interface Module Adapter 99
Install Network Interface Modules in the NIM Adapter 100

CHAPTER 6 Install Cisco Catalyst Service Module 101

Prepare for Installation 101

Equipment That You Need 101
Remove the Cisco Catalyst Service Module 102
Install a Cisco Catalyst Service Module 102

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CHAPTER 7 Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module 105

Safety Recommendations 106

Tools and Equipment Required During Installation 107
Remove Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module 107
Install a Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module 107
Configuring a Pluggable Interface Module 108
RF Band Mapping for Antenna Ports (For P-5GS6-GL only) 110
Attaching the Antennas 111

CHAPTER 8 Online Insertion and Removal and Hot-Swapping 115

OIR Procedures 115

Remove a Module 116
Insert a Module 116

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Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms are best-of-breed, 5G-ready, cloud edge platforms designed
for accelerated services, multi-layer security, cloud-native agility, and edge intelligence to accelerate your
journey to cloud.
Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms with Cisco IOS XE SD-WAN Software deliver Cisco’s secure,
cloud-scale SD-WAN solution for the branch. The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms is built for high
performance and integrated SD-WAN Services along with flexibility to deliver security and networking
services together from the cloud or on premises. It provides higher WAN port density and a redundant power
supply capability. The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have a wide variety of interface options to
choose from—ranging from lower and higher module density with backward compatibility to a variety of
existing WAN, LAN, LTE, voice, and compute modules. Powered by Cisco IOS XE, fully programmable
software architecture, and API support, these platforms can facilitate automation at scale to achieve zero-touch
IT capability while migrating workloads to the cloud. The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms also
come with Trustworthy Solutions 2.0 infrastructure that secures the platforms against threats and vulnerabilities
with integrity verification and remediation of threats.
The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms are well suited for medium-sized and large enterprise branch
offices for high WAN IPSec performance with integrated SD-WAN services.
Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms target these use cases:
• Enterprise Branch office, Managed Service Provide CPE, Internet Gateway for DIA, SASE cloud platform
with SD-WAN
• Next-generation of Software Defined (SD) Branch routing platforms

For more information on the features and specifications, refer to the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
datasheet.

Note Sections in this documentation apply to all models of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms unless a
reference to a specific model is made explicitly.

The support for the Hyperthreading (HT) for the data plane Packet Processing Engine is added on the following
platforms:
• C8300-2N2S-4T2X
• C8300-2N2S-6T
• C8300-1N1S-4T2X

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Chassis Views

• C8300-1N1S-6T
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Chassis Views, on page 2
• Locating Labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, on page 6
• Hardware Features of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, on page 9

Chassis Views
This section contains views of the Power Supply and I/O sides of the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms,
showing the locations of power and signal interfaces, module slots, status indicators, and chassis identification
labels:
Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms are available in these models:
• C8300-1N1S-4T2X
• C8300-1N1S-6T
• C8300-2N2S-4T2X
• C8300-2N2S-6T

Note N=Network Interface Modue, S=Services Module, and T=Gigabit Ethernet, X=Ten Gigabit

Figure 1: C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T Chassis - I/O Side

Table 1: I/O Side

1 LED 2 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/0)

3 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/2) 4 SFP+/10 Gigabit Ethernet port (10G 0/0/4)
SFP/1 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/4)

5 NIM Slot1 6 SM Slot1

7 RFID (Optional) 8 USB Type C (3.0) (USB 1)

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9 USB Type A (3.0) (USB 0) 10 RJ-45 Console

11 Micro-USB Console 12 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/1)

13 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/3) 14 SFP+/10 Gigabit Ethernet port (10G 0/0/5)
SFP/1 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/5)

15 M.2 USB/NVMe storage 16 Device Label Tray

Figure 2: C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T Chassis - PSU/Fan Tray Side

Table 2: PSU/Fan Tray Side

1 AC/DC power supply unit (PSU1) 2 Power, Preset, OK, LED

3 ALARM Fail LED 4 Ground lug

5 Fan tray vent 6 3-Internal Fan tray

7 PIM Slot 1 8 Power switch

9 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (PSU0)

Figure 3: C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T Chassis - I/O Side

Table 3: I/O Side

1 USB Type A (3.0) (USB 0) 2 LED

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3 RJ-45 Console 4 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/0)

5 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/2) 6 SFP+/10 Gigabit Ethernet port (10G 0/0/4) for
C8300-2N2S-4T2X
SFP/1 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/4) for
C8300-2N2S-6T

7 M.2 USB/NVMe storage 8 NIM Slot 1

9 NIM Slot 2 01 PIM Slot 1

11 RFID (Optional) 21 SM Slot 2

31 Device label tray 41 SM Slot 1

51 SFP+/10 Gigabit Ethernet port (10G 0/0/5) for 61 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/3)
C8300-2N2S-4T2X
SFP/1 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/5) for
C8300-2N2S-6T

71 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port (1G 0/0/1) 81 Micro-USB Console

91 USB Type C(3.0) (USB 1)

Figure 4: C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T Chassis - PSU/Fan Tray Side

Table 4: PSU/Fan Tray Side

1 Ground Lug 2 FRU Fan tray

3 Power Switch 4 PSU0 Power LED

5 PSU0 6 POE Power Module 0/1, behind removable Fan tray

7 PSU1 Power 8 PSU1

LED

For detailed information on LEDs, see the section on LED indicators.

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Platform Summary

Platform Summary
The figure below shows the internal view of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms with components and
module locations.
Figure 5: Platform Summary of C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 DIMM 2 CPU

3 NIM 4 M.2 card

slot slot

5 SM

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Locating Labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

Figure 6: Platform Summary of C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T Chassis

1 DIMMs 2 CPU

3 M.2 Card 4 Label

slot tray

5 SM 6 NIM

7 PIM

Locating Labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

Use the Cisco Product Identification (CPI) tool to find labels on the platform. The tool provides detailed
illustrations and descriptions of where labels are located on Cisco products. It includes the following features:
• A search option that allows browsing for models by using a tree-structured product hierarchy
• A search field on the final results page that makes it easier to look up multiple products
• End-of-sale products clearly identified in results lists

The tool streamlines the process of locating serial number labels and identifying products. Serial number
information expedites the entitlement process and is required for access to support services.

Location of labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

The figure below shows the location of the labels on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms. Labels
are located at the same location on all the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

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Location of labels on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

The Serial number (SN), Common language equipment identifier (CLEI), Top Assembly Number (TAN),
Product ID (PID), PID version ID (VID), and Quick response (QR) code are printed on a label on the back
of the platform or on a label tray located on the chassis.

Note The RFID tags on the devices are pre-fitted and does not come with spare RFID tags.

Figure 7: Label Location on a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 SN 2 CLEI

3 TAN 4 MAC

5 PIDVID 6 QR
code

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Locate Product Identification Details

Figure 8: Label Location on a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 SN 2 CLEI

3 TAN 4 MAC

5 PIDVID 6 QR
code

Locate Product Identification Details

Software License
The serial number (SN), product ID (PID), version ID (VID), and Common Language Equipment Identifier
(CLEI) are printed on a label on the bottom of the device or on the label tray.

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Hardware Features of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

To obtain a software license, you need the unique device identifier (UDI) of the device where the license is
to be installed.
The UDI has two main components:
• Product ID (PID)
• Serial number (SN)

The UDI can be viewed using the show license udi command in privileged Exec mode in Cisco Internet
Operating System (IOS) software.
For additional information on the UDI, see the << >>document on cisco.com.

Hardware Features of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

This section describes the hardware features of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

Built-In Interface Ports

The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have multiple 10/100/1000 front panel ports and Small Form
Pluggables.

Warning To comply with the Telcordia GR-1089 NEBS standard for electromagnetic compatibility and safety, connect
the Management Ethernet ports only to intra-building or unexposed wiring or cable. The intra-building cable
must be shielded and the shield must be grounded at both ends. The intra-building port(s) of the equipment
or subassembly must not be metallically connected to interfaces that connect to the OSP or its wiring. These
interfaces are designed for use as intra-building interfaces only (Type 2 or Type 4 ports as described in
GR-1089-CORE) and require isolation from the exposed OSP cabling. The addition of Primary Protectors in
not sufficient protection in order to connect these interfaces metallically to OSP wiring.

GE or SFP Ports
The following GE and SFP ports are available on the Catalyst 8300 series edge platforms:

GE Ports
The GE RJ-45 copper interface ports support 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T.

SFP Ports
The small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) ports support 1Gbps SFP modules.

SFP+ Ports
The enhanced small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) ports support 10 Gbps SFP+ modules.

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Removable and Interchangeable Modules and Cards

Removable and Interchangeable Modules and Cards

Service Modules (SMs), Network Interface Modules (NIMs), Pluggable Interface Modules (PIMs) and M.2
USB/NVMe storage fit into external slots and can be removed or replaced without opening the chassis.

External Slots
• Service Modules
• Network Interface Modules
• Pluggable Interface Modules
• M.2 USB/NVMe storage

Note The LTE Pluggable Interface Module interfaces with the host CPU through the USB3.0 interface. The host
then accesses the LTE related signals through the I2C interface of the pluggable module.

Internal Slots
• Memory

See the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms product page on cisco.com for a list of supported modules
and interface cards.

Memory
Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms contain DIMMs that store running configuration and routing tables,
and are used for packet buffering by the network interfaces.
• Boot/NVRAM—Stores the bootstrap program (ROM monitor) and the configuration register. The
boot/NVRAM is not serviceable.
• Internal memory—Internal bootflash memory
• Removable M.2 card—Available in 16GB (default), 32GB M.2 USB and 600GB M.2 NVMe SSD
• DRAM options
• 1x 8GB DDR4 (default)
• 1x 16GB DDR4 (upgrade)
• 1x 32GB DDR4 (upgrade)

Power Supply
The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms support a variety of power supply configurations. These
devices have power supplies that are field replaceable and externally accessible. The following table summarizes
the power options:

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LEDs for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

Table 5: Field Replaceable Unit Power Options

Model AC Input PSU with Integrated PoE Power Supply Dual, Hot DC Input
PSU PoE Converter Swap PSU

C8300-1N1S-4T2X Y Y N Y Y

C8300-1N1S-6T Y Y N Y Y

C8300-2N2S-4T2X Y N** Y Y Y

C8300-2N2S-6T Y N** Y Y Y

Note **PoE with AC PSU+ a separate PoE adapter.

LEDs for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms

Table 6: LEDs Indicators

LED Color Description

Logo Blue Cisco Logo LED

Off: The system is powered off
Blue: The system is powered on

PWR Green/Amber Power Supply Status

Off: The system is powered off
Yellow: A Power Supply in the
system is not functioning correctly
Green: All installed PSUs are
operating correctly

STATUS Green/Amber/Red System Status

Red: The system is booting
Red Blinking Red: The system has
failed a hardware integrity error
Yellow: Rommon has completed
booting and system is at Rommon
prompt or booting platform
software.
Green: Normal System Operation

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Fans, Ventilation, and Airflow

LED Color Description

ENV Green/Amber/Red Environmental Status

Off: Monitor is not active.
Red: The system has detected a
critical overcurrent event and may
shut down.
Blinking Yellow: One or more
temperature sensors in the system
are outside the acceptable range.
Yellow: One or more fans in the
system are outside the acceptable
range.
Green: All temperature sensors and
fans in the system are within
acceptable range.

USB CON Green USB Console Active

Green indicates that the active
console port is USB.

RJ-45 CON Green/Yellow Serial Console Active

Green indicates that RJ-45 is the
active console port.

SFP EN Green SFP Enable LED

SFP+ Enable LED
Off: Not present
Green: The SFP is supported and
no faults.
Amber: The SFP is not supported
or is in a faulty state

SFP LINK Green SFP port 0/1 Link LED

Off: No Link (or not present)
Green: Link established

Fans, Ventilation, and Airflow

Chassis Ventilation
The chassis temperature is regulated with internal fans. An onboard temperature sensor controls the fan speed.
The fans are always on when the device is powered on. Under all conditions, the fans operate at the slowest

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Slots, Subslots-Bay, Ports, and Interfaces

speed possible to conserve power and reduce noise. When necessary, the fans operate at higher speeds under
conditions of higher ambient temperature and altitude.
Figure 9: Airflow of C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

Figure 10: Airflow of C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

Slots, Subslots-Bay, Ports, and Interfaces

The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms support interface modules: Service Modules (SM) and Network
Modules (NIMs) and Pluggable Interface Modules (PIMs).

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Slot Numbering

Figure 11:

In all cases, the device designates its interfaces using a 3-tuple notation that lists the slot, bay, and port. The
3-tuple value is zero based. An example of a 3-tuple is 0/1/2. This refers to slot 0, the second bay in slot 0
(the first bay is 0 so the second bay is 1), and the third port in bay 1. See the following table for more examples.

Table 7: Slot, Subslot-Bay and Port Numbering

3-Tuple Slot Bay Port

Example

0/1/2 0 2nd 3rd

0/0/1 0 1st 2nd

1/1/1 1 2nd 2nd

• Slots and bays are numbered from the left to the right, and from the top to the bottom.
• The two USB ports are named USB0 and USB1. They do not have slot or bay numbers.

Note USB0 and USB1 can be used to insert flash drives.

Slot Numbering
Slots are numbered 0, 1, and 2.

About Slot 0
The following are the main features of Slot 0:
• Slot 0 is reserved for integrated ports and NIMs, it can be used for either SM or NIM.
• NIMs are designated by the number of the first slot that they occupy. A double-wide SM occupies two
slots, but its designation is only the left-most slot number.
• The ten GE ports (or native interface ports) always reside in slot 0 and bay 0. The ports are called
Gigabitethernet 0/0/0, Gigabitethernet 0/0/1, Gigabitethernet 0/0/2, and Gigabitethernet 0/0/3 (up to as
many ports supported on the particular router).

Subslot and Bay Numbering

• Integrated devices, also known as integrated ports or FPGEs, and NIMs reside in a fixed section of bay
0.
• Motherboard NIMs bays start at bay 1 because the integrated devices and integrated NIMs take up bay
0.

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Prepare for Installation
This chapter provides preinstallation information, such as recommendations and requirements that must be
met before installing your platform. Before you begin, inspect all items for shipping damage. If anything
appears to be damaged or if you encounter problems installing or configuring your platform, contact customer
service.
• Standard Warning Statements, on page 15
• Safety Recommendations, on page 20
• General Site Requirements, on page 21
• Rack Requirements, on page 23
• Router Environmental Requirements, on page 23
• Power Guidelines and Requirements, on page 24
• Network Cabling Specifications, on page 24
• Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance, on page 26

Standard Warning Statements

This section describes the warning definition and then lists core safety warnings grouped by topic.

Warning Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Read the installation instructions before using, installing or
connecting the system to the power source. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning
statement to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings for this device.
Note: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Statement 1071

General Safety Warnings

Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Statement 1004

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General Safety Warnings

Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement
1040

Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

Warning Power cable and AC adapter - When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection
cables/power cables/AC adaptors. Using any other cables or adapters could cause a malfunction or a fire.
Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law prohibits the use of certified cables (that have the ‘UL’ shown
on the code) for any other electrical devices than products designated by Cisco. The use of cables that are
certified by Electrical Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have ‘PSE’ shown on the code) is not limited
to Cisco-designated products. Statement 371

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install or replace this equipment. Statement 1030

Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective device is rated not greater than 20A. Statement 1005

Warning This unit may have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize
the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Restricted Area

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed by
skilled, instructed or qualified personnel. Statement 1017

Warning Use copper conductors only. Statement 1025

Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence
of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician
if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024

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General Safety Warnings

Warning Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution when
servicing. Statement 1034

Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning Class 1 LED product. Statement 1027

Warning Class I and Class 1M Laser

Invisible Laser Radiation. Do not expose users of telescopic optics. Class 1/1M Laser Products. Statement
1055

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the unterminated fiber cable or connector. Do not
view directly with optical instruments. Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments (for example,
eye loupes, magnifiers, and microscopes) within a distance of 100 mm may pose an eye hazard. Statement
1056

Warning To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles
on modules (such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the
weight of the unit. Statement 1032

Warning To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended
ambient temperature of: 40 degrees C. Statement 1047

Warning To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, a readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated
in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022

Warning Blank Faceplates and Cover Panels

Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they reduce the risk of electric shock and
fire; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the
flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers,
and rear covers are in place. Statement 1029

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General Safety Warnings

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize
the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Hazardous network voltages are present in WAN ports regardless of whether power to the unit is OFF or ON.
To avoid electric shock, use caution when working near WAN ports. When detaching cables, detach the end
away from the unit first. Statement 1026

Warning Before opening the unit, disconnect the telephone-network cables to avoid contact with telephone-network
voltages. Statement 1041

Warning Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in
a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Statement 1035

Warning Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
Statement 1036

Warning No User-Serviceable Parts

No serviceable parts inside. To avoid risk of electric shock, do not open. Statement 1073

Warning Hazardous network voltages may be present in interface ports regardless of whether power to the unit is OFF
or ON. To avoid electric shock, before servicing, disconnect cables from the following ports.

Warning Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk
of electric shock from lightning. Statement 1038

Warning To report a gas leak, do not use a telephone in the vicinity of the leak. Statement 1039

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General Safety Warnings

Warning Connect the Chassis to Earth Ground

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the chassis of this equipment needs to be connected to permanent earth
ground during normal use. Statement 0445

Warning High touch/leakage current – Permanently connected protective earth ground is essential before connecting
to Telecommunication Network. Statement 343

Warning Power Terminals, Replace Cover

Hazardous voltage or energy may be present on power terminals. To reduce the risk of electric shock, always
replace cover when terminals are not in service and be sure uninsulated conductors are not accessible when
cover is in place. Statement 1086

Warning Instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary
precautions when working with equipment.
Skilled person/Qualified personnel is someone who have training or experience in the equipment technology
and understand potential hazards when working with equipment. Statement 1089

Warning Only skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Refer to statement 1089
for description of skilled person. Statement 1090

Warning Only instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Refer
to statement 1089 for description of skilled person. Statement 1091

Warning This equipment is suitable for installations utilizing the insert CBN. Statement 7013

Warning This equipment is suitable for installation in network telecommunications facilities. Statement 8015

Warning This equipment is suitable for installation in locations where the NEC applies. Statement 8016

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Safety Recommendations

Safety Recommendations
Follow these guidelines to ensure general safety:
• Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you to lift by yourself.
• Keep the chassis area clear and dust-free during and after installation.
• If you remove the chassis cover, place it in a safe place.
• Keep tools and chassis components away from walk areas.
• Do not wear loose clothing that may get caught in the chassis. Fasten any tie or scarf and roll up sleeves.
• Wear safety glasses when working under conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.
• Do not perform any action that may create a hazard to people or makes equipment unsafe.

Safety with Electricity

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize
the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Avoid Servicing Outdoor Connections During an Electrical Storm

Avoid using or servicing any equipment that has outdoor connections during an electrical storm. There may
be a risk of electric shock from lightning. Statement 1088

Warning Installation Instructions

Read the installation instructions before using, installing or connecting the system to the power source.
Statement 1004

Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:

• Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room in which you are working. If an electrical accident
occurs, you can quickly turn off the power.
• Disconnect all power before doing the following:
• Installing or removing a chassis
• Working near power supplies

• Look carefully for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension
cables, frayed power cords, and missing safety grounds.
• Do not work alone if hazardous conditions exist
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check
• Never open the enclosure of the internal power supply

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Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage

• If an electrical accident occurs to another person, proceed as follows:

• Use caution; do not become a victim yourself
• Turn off power to the device
• If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim
and then call for help
• Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate
action

In addition, use the following guidelines when working with any equipment that is disconnected from a power
source but has telephone wiring or other network cabling connections:
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for it
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line is disconnected at the
network interface
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines
• Remove power cables from all installed power supplies before opening the chassis

Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It can occur if electronic
printed circuit cards are improperly handled and can cause complete or intermittent failures. Always follow
these ESD prevention procedures when removing and replacing modules:
• Ensure that the router chassis is electrically connected to the ground.
• Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact. Connect the clip to an
unpainted surface of the chassis frame to channel unwanted ESD voltages safely to ground. To guard
against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and cord must operate effectively.
• If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching a metal part of the chassis.

Caution For the safety of your equipment, periodically check the resistance value of the anti-static strap. It should be
between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohm).

General Site Requirements

This section describes the requirements your site must meet for the safe installation and operation of your
router. Ensure that the site is properly prepared before beginning installation. If you are experiencing shutdowns
or unusually high errors with your existing equipment, the guidelines provided in this section can also help
you isolate the cause of failures and prevent future problems.

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General Precautions

General Precautions
Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms:
• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources, and do not block cooling vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet
environment.
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing that can cause fire or
electric shock by shorting out interior components.
• Position system cables and power supply cables carefully. Route system cables and the power supply
cable and plug so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your
system component cables or power cable.
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for electrical
modifications at your site. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
• If you turn off your system, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again to avoid system component
damage.

Site Selection Guidelines

Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms require specific environmental operating conditions. Temperature,
humidity, altitude, and vibration can affect the performance and reliability of the router. The following sections
provide specific information to help you plan for the proper operating environment.

Site Environmental Requirements

Environmental monitoring in the router protects the system and components from damage caused by excessive
voltage and temperature conditions. To ensure normal operation and avoid unnecessary maintenance, plan
and prepare your site configuration before installation. After installation, ensure the site maintains the required
environmental characteristics.

Table 8: Router Environmental Tolerances

Environmental Characteristic Minimum Maximum

Steady State Operating 0° C 40° C

(40° C at 10,000 feet)

Short Term -5° C (55° C at 6,000 feet)

Note Applies only to C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T NEBS
version

Storage –40° C +70° C

Humidity operating (noncondensing) 10% 90%

Humidity nonoperating (noncondensing) 5% 95%

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Physical Characteristics

Environmental Characteristic Minimum Maximum

Altitude operating: over allowable temperature range (0 to 40° C) –500 feet 10,000 feet

Altitude, nonoperating: over allowable temperature range –500 feet 60,000 feet

Thermal shock non-operating with12 mins –40° C +70° C

Physical Characteristics
Be familiar with the physical characteristics of the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms to assist you
in placing the system in the proper location.
For more information on the physical characteristics of Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, refer to
the datasheet for the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.

Rack Requirements
The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms include brackets for use with a 19-inch rack or, if specified
in your order, optional larger brackets for use with a 23-inch rack.
The following information can help you plan your equipment rack configuration:
• Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance.
• Enclosed racks must have adequate ventilation. Ensure that the rack is not congested, because each device
generates heat. An enclosed rack should have louvered sides and a fan to provide cooling air. Heat
generated by equipment at the bottom of the rack can be drawn upward into the intake ports of the
equipment above it.
• If the chassis is installed on slides, check the position of the chassis when it is seated in the rack.

Router Environmental Requirements

Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms can be placed on a desktop or installed in a rack. The location of
your router and the layout of your equipment rack or wiring room are extremely important considerations for
proper operation. Equipment placed too close together, inadequate ventilation, and inaccessible panels can
cause malfunctions and shutdowns, and can make maintenance difficult. Plan for access to both front and rear
panels of the router.
When planning your site layout and equipment locations, refer to the General Site Requirements section. If
you are currently experiencing shutdowns or an unusually high number of errors with your existing equipment,
these precautions and recommendations may help you to isolate the cause of failure and prevent future
problems.
• Ensure that the room where your router operates has adequate air circulation. Electrical equipment
generates heat. Without adequate air circulation, ambient air temperature may not cool equipment to
acceptable operating temperatures.
• Always follow the ESD-prevention procedures to avoid damage to equipment. Damage from static
discharge can cause immediate or intermittent equipment failure.

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Power Guidelines and Requirements

• Ensure that the chassis cover and module rear panels are secure. All empty network module slots, interface
card slots, and power supply bays must have filler panels installed. The chassis is designed to allow
cooling air to flow within it, through specially designed cooling slots. A chassis with uncovered openings
permits air leaks, which may interrupt and reduce the flow of air across internal components.
• Baffles can help to isolate exhaust air from intake air. Baffles also help to draw cooling air through the
chassis. The best placement of the baffles depends on the airflow patterns in the rack. You can find the
best placement by experimenting with different configurations.
• When equipment installed in a rack (particularly in an enclosed rack) fails, try operating the equipment
individually. Power off other equipment in the rack (and in adjacent racks) to allow the router under test
maximum cooling air and clean power.

Power Guidelines and Requirements

Check the power at your site to ensure that you are receiving clean power (free of spikes and noise). Install a
power conditioner if necessary.
The AC power supply includes the following features:
• Autoselects either 110 V or 220 V operation.
• All units include a 6-foot (1.8-meter) electrical power cord. (A label near the power inlet indicates the
correct voltage, frequency [only AC-powered systems], and current draw for the unit.)

For additional information on the power requirements, refer to the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
datasheet.

Network Cabling Specifications

The following sections describe the cables required to install your Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms:

Console Port Considerations

This device includes an asynchronous serial console port. You access to the device locally using a console
terminal connected to the console port. This section discusses important cabling information that you must
consider before connecting the device to a console terminal.
Flow control paces the transmission of data between a sending and a receiving device. Flow control ensures
that the receiving device can absorb the data sent to it before the sending device sends more data. When the
buffers on the receiving device are full, a message is sent to the sending device to suspend transmission until
the data in the buffers is processed. Console terminals send data at speeds slower than the speeds modems
do; therefore, the console port is ideally suited for use with console terminals.

Note Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have both EIA/TIA-232 asynchronous (RJ-45) and USB 5-pin
mini Type B, 2.0 compliant serial console ports. Shielded USB cables with properly terminated shields are
recommended.

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EIA/TIA-232

EIA/TIA-232
Depending on the cable and the adapter used, this port appears as a DTE or DCE device at the end of the
cable. At a time, only one port can be used.
The default parameters for the console port are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity. The console
port does not support hardware flow control.

USB Serial Console

The USB serial console port connects directly to the USB connector of a PC. The console port does not support
hardware flow control.

Note Always use shielded USB cables with a properly terminated shield.

The default parameters for the serial console port are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.
No special drivers are needed for Mac OS X or Linux. At a time, only one console port can be active. When
a cable is plugged into the USB console port, the RJ-45 port becomes inactive. Conversely, when the USB
cable is removed from the USB port, the RJ-45 port becomes active.
Baud rates for the USB console port are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, and 115200 bps.

USB Console OS Compatibility

• Mac OS X version 10.5.4
• Redhat / Fedora Core 10 with kernel 2.6.27.5-117
• Ubuntu 8.10 with kernel 2.6.27-11
• Debian 5.0 with kernel 2.6
• Suse 11.1 with kernel 2.6.27.7-9

Note The Micro-USB type B serial port can be used as an alternative to the RJ-45 console port. For Windows
operating systems earlier than Windows 7, you must install a Windows USB device driver before using the
USB console port.

Prepare for Network Connections

When setting up your device, consider distance limitations and potential electromagnetic interference (EMI)
as defined by the applicable local and international regulations.

Danger To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network voltage
(TNV) circuits. LAN ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some LAN and
WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors. Statement 1021

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Ethernet Connections

Ethernet Connections
The IEEE has established the Ethernet IEEE 802.3 Standards. The devices support the following Ethernet
implementations:
• 1000BASE-T—1000 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair
(UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).
• 100BASE-T—100 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair
(UTP) cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).
• 10BASE-T—10 Mb/s full-duplex transmission over a Category 5 or better unshielded twisted-pair (UTP)
cable. Supports the Ethernet maximum length of 328 feet (100 meters).

Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030

Warning Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

Instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary
precautions when working with equipment. Skilled person/Qualified personnelis someone who have training
or experience in the equipment technology and understand potential hazards when working with equipment.
Statement 1089

Warning Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

Instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary
precautions when working with equipment. Skilled person/Qualified personnelis someone who have training
or experience in the equipment technology and understand potential hazards when working with equipment.
Statement 1090

Warning Instructed and Skilled Person Definitions

Instructed person is someone who has been instructed and trained by a skilled person and takes the necessary
precautions when working with equipment. Skilled person/Qualified personnelis someone who have training
or experience in the equipment technology and understand potential hazards when working with equipment.
Statement 1091

You need the following tools and equipment to install and upgrade the router and its components:
• ESD-preventive cord and wrist strap
• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

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Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance

• Phillips screwdrivers: small, 3/16-in. (4 to 5 mm) and medium, 1/4-in. (6 to 7 mm)

• To install or remove modules
• To remove the cover, if you are upgrading memory or other components

• Screws that fit your rack

• Wire crimper
• Wire for connecting the chassis to an earth ground:
• AWG 6 (13 mm²) wire for NEBS-compliant chassis grounding
• AWG 14 (2 mm²) or larger wire for NEC-compliant chassis grounding
• AWG 18 (1 mm² ) or larger wire for EN/IEC 60950-compliant chassis grounding

• For NEC-compliant grounding, an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal, with an inner diameter of 1/4
in. (5 to 7 mm)

In addition, depending on the type of modules you plan to use, you might need the following equipment to
connect a port to an external network:
• Cables for connection to the WAN and LAN ports (dependent on configuration)

• Ethernet hub or PC with a network interface card for connection to an Ethernet (LAN) port.
• Console terminal (an ASCII terminal or a PC running HyperTerminal or similar terminal emulation
software) configured for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control, and no parity.
• Modem for connection to the auxiliary port for remote administrative access (optional).
• Data service unit (DSU) or channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU) as appropriate for serial
interfaces.
• External CSU for any CT1/PRI modules without a built-in CSU.

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Install and Connect
This chapter describes how to install and connect the Cisco Catalyst C8300 Series Edge Platforms to LAN,
WAN, and Voice networks.

Note These routers are designed to boot up in less than 30 minutes, provided the neighboring devices are in fully
operational state.

The following sections provide the technical details:

• Safety Warnings, on page 29
• What You Need to Know, on page 30
• Before You Begin, on page 30
• Unpack the Device, on page 30
• Install the Device, on page 30
• Connect Power to the Device, on page 47
• Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem, on page 48
• Install the Silicon Labs USB Device Driver, on page 50
• Connect WAN and LAN Interfaces, on page 51

Safety Warnings

Warning To comply with Class A emissions requirements- shielded management Ethernet, CON, and AUX cables on
the router must be used.

Warning To comply with the Class A emissions requirements shielded twisted pair T1/E1 cables must be used for
SPA-8-Port Channelized T1/E1 SPA (SPA-8XCHT1/E1) on the router. EN55022/CISPR22 Statement

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What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know

CLI Console Access
Use the USB or RJ-45 console port on the router to access the Cisco Internet Operating System (IOS-XE)
and XE SD-WAN command line interface (CLI) on the router and perform configuration tasks. A terminal
emulation program is required to establish communication between the router and a PC. See the Connect to
a Console Terminal or Modem section in this document for instructions.

Note A Microsoft Windows USB driver must be installed before you establish physical connectivity between the
router and the PC.

Software Licenses
To use all the features on the router, you must purchase a software package. For more information on software
licenses, see the “Smart Licensing” section of the Software Configuration Guide for the Cisco Catalyst C8300
Series Edge Platforms.

Before You Begin

Before installing and connecting a Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, read the safety warnings and
gather the following tools and equipment. For more information about the required tools and equipments, see
the tools and equipment section.

Unpack the Device

Do not unpack the device until you are ready to install it. If the final installation site will not be ready for
some time, keep the chassis in its shipping container to prevent accidental damage. When you are ready to
install the chassis, proceed with unpacking it.
The chassis, accessory kit, publications, and any optional equipment you ordered may be shipped in more
than one container. When you unpack the containers, check the packing list to ensure that you received all of
the items on the list.

Install the Device

If you need to install Network Interface Modules (NIMs), Service Modules (SMs), Pluggable Interface Modules
(PIMs), and Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) on the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T
devices, you can install them either before or after you install the device. Ideally, you can install these modules
when you have access to the I/O side of the device. Internal modules, memory cards and fan trays should be
installed before rack-mounting the device.
You can install the device in one of the following ways:

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Mount the Chassis on a Desktop

• Set the chassis on a desktop

• Attach the chassis to the wall
• Mount the chassis on a rack

Note C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T support only rack mount, does not support wall mount or desktop mount options.

Warning Before working on a system that has an on/off switch, turn OFF the power and unplug the power cord that is
in the chassis. Statement 1

Caution To prevent damage to the chassis, do not attempt to lift or tilt the chassis by holding it by the plastic panel on
the front. Always hold the chassis by the sides of the metal body.

Mount the Chassis on a Desktop

Warning To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles
on modules (such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the
weight of the unit. Statement 1032

Step 1 Attach the elastomeric mount feet (label 1) to the bottom of the device. The feet come with a pre-applied
adhesive. Place the feet in the locations marked by a circle.
Step 2 You can place the device on a desktop, bench top, or shelf.

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Rack Mount the Chassis

Figure 12:

Note Do not set the chassis in an area where the high acoustic noise can be an issue.

Caution Do not place anything on top of the device that weighs more than 10 pounds (4.5 kg), and do not stack device
on a desktop. Excessive distributed weight of more than 10 pounds, or pound point load of 10 pounds on top
could damage the chassis.

Caution Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling. For placing the device on a
desktop, keep at least 1 inch (2.54 cm) of clear space beside the cooling inlet and exhaust vents.

After the device is installed, you must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground. For the chassis ground
connection procedures, see the Chassis Grounding section.

Rack Mount the Chassis

Warning Supply Circuit

To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, take care when connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring
is not overloaded. Statement 1018

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Attach the Rack-Mounting Brackets

Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence
of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician
if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024

Warning To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended
ambient temperature of: 40 degrees C. Statement 1047

C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T can be installed in a 19-inch (48.26-cm) EIA and a 23-inch
(58.42-cm) Southwestern Bell Corporation (SBC) racks. The C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T
can also be mounted in a 600-mm ETSI rack. Use the standard brackets shipped with the router for mounting
the chassis in a 19-inch EIA rack; you can order optional larger brackets for mounting the chassis in a 23-inch
SBC rack.
You can mount the devices in the following ways:
• Power Supply (PS) mounting—Brackets are attached at the PS side of the chassis with the front panel
facing forward.
• Center-PS mounting—Brackets are attached in the centerof the chassis with the PS side facing forward.
• Center-I/O mounting—Brackets are attached in the center I/O side of the chassis with only the I/O side
facing forward.
• I/O mounting—Brackets are attached at the I/O side of the chassis with the I/O side facing forward.

Attach the Rack-Mounting Brackets

Caution Do not over-torque the screws. The recommended torque is 15 to 18 inch-lbs (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).

Caution Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling.

Attach the mounting brackets to the chassis as shown in the below figure using the screws provided. Use a
#2 Philips screwdriver.
To attach the rack-mounting brackets to the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Select the depth location for the router in the equipment rack. I/O side flush; I/O side recessed for the RFID badge; middle
mount from the I/O side; middle mount from the power supply side; or power supply side flush.
Step 2 Align the rack mount bracket with the mounting holes in the side of the device.
Step 3 Insert the #6-32 FHM screws. Use only the screws that are provided in the rack mount bracket kit.
Step 4 Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).

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Attach the Rack-Mounting Brackets

Figure 13: Install Brackets for I/O-Side Mounting (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1 19-inch brackets

2 23-inch brackets

3 #6-32 PHMS

Figure 14: Rack Mount Bracket Mounting Positions

1 Flush with I/O side (No RFID)

2 I/O Side Recessed (for RFID)

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Figure 15: Install Brackets for PS Mounting (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1 Mid-Mount from I/O Side

2 Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side

3 Power Supply Side Flush

To attach the rack-mounting brackets to a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Select the depth location for the router in the equipment rack. I/O side flush; I/O side recessed for the RFID badge; middle
mount from the I/O side; middle mount from the power supply side; or power supply side flush.
Step 2 Align the rack mount bracket with the mounting holes in the side of the device.
Step 3 Insert the #8-32 FHM screws. Use only the screws that are provided in the rack mount bracket kit.
Step 4 Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).

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Figure 16: Install Brackets for I/O-Side Mounting (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 19-inch brackets

2 23-inch brackets

3 #8-32 FHM screw

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Figure 17: Install Brackets for I/O Center Mounting (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Flush with I/O Side

2 Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side

Figure 18: Install Brackets for PS Mounting (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side

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2 Power Supply Side Flush

Mount the Chassis on a Rack

After you attach the rack-mount brackets to the chassis, use screws to install the chassis onto the rack.

Note C8300-2N2S-4T2X supports only rack mount, does not support wall mount or desktop mount options.

Tip For both the 19-inch EIA brackets and the 23-inch brackets, start the lower pair of screws first, and rest the
brackets on the lower screws while you insert the upper pair of screws.

Tip The screw slots in the brackets are spaced to line up with every second pair of screw holes in the rack. When
the correct screw holes are used, the small threaded holes in the brackets line up with unused screw holes in
the rack. If the small holes do not line up with the rack holes, you must raise or lower the brackets to the next
rack hole.

Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to
ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
• This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
• When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the
heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the
unit in the rack. Statement 1006.

Warning To prevent personal injury or damage to the chassis, never attempt to lift or tilt the chassis using the handles
on modules (such as power supplies, fans, or cards); these types of handles are not designed to support the
weight of the unit. Statement 1032

Figures below shows a typical rack mounting of a chassis in a rack.

Step1. Locate the desired position in the equipment rack.
Step2. Align the holes in the rack mount brackets with the mounting holes in the equipment frame.
Step3. Secure the device using mounting screws appropriate for your equipment frame. The rack mount
brackets have been designed #12-24 PHM screws.
Step4. Tighten the screws to the appropriate torque value for your equipment

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Figure 19: I/O Flush Mount, no RFID (C8300 1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1Rack Mounting
screws

Figure 20: I/O Mount with RFID (C8300 1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1Rack Mounting
screws

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Figure 21: Mid Mount from I/O Side (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1Rack Mounting
screws

Figures below shows a typical rack mounting of a chassis in a rack.

Step1. Locate the desired position in the equipment rack.
Step2. Align the holes in the rack mount brackets with the mounting holes in the equipment frame.
Step3. Secure the device using mounting screws appropriate for your equipment frame. The rack mount
brackets have been designed #12-24 PHM screws.
Step4. Tighten the screws to the appropriate torque value for your equipment
Figure 22: Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

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1Rack Mounting
screws

Figure 23: Power Supply Side-Mount (C8300 1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1Rack Mounting
screws

Figure 24: I/O Mount in Rack (C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Rack Mounting
screws

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Figure 25: Mid Mount from I/O Side (C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Rack Mounting
screws

Figure 26: Power Supply Side Mount (C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T)

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Attach Cisco Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms on a Wall

1Rack Mounting
screws

Figure 27: Mid-Mount from Power Supply Side (C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Rack Mounting
screws

Attach Cisco Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms on a Wall

Caution Only the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T are designed to be wall mounted. The C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T have not been
designed to be wall mounted.

Caution When mounted on a wall, the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T should always be oriented with a side of the device
oriented in the downward position. The I/O side and power supply side should be oriented so that the fan
vents and cable entry will be oriented to the left or right. The I/O side or power supply should never be oriented
downwards.

Caution Your chassis installation must allow unrestricted airflow for chassis cooling.

Step 1 Attach the rack mount brackets to the sides of the device using only the hardware provided in the wall
mounting kit (#6-32 x 0.44 inch PHMS).

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Step 2 The outer face of the rack mount bracket ear, the part that typically mounts to an equipment rack,
should be placed against the side of the router. Use the spacers provided to adapt the larger obround holes
down to smaller holes for the screws to fit into.
Step 3 The brackets should be located diagonally from each other as shown in the figure below.
Step 4 Tighten the screws to a torque value of 15 to 18 inch-lb. (1.7 to 2.0 N-m).
Step 5 Use #6 or 4mm hardware to attach the brackets to the wall. At least 4 screws should be used per
bracket, 8 screws in total. The screw length should be a minimum of 1 inch in length (25.4 mm).

Note The customer supplies the appropriate hardware. Each mounting bracket has 8 holes that can be used for the
mounting fasteners.

Step 6 Route the cables so that they do not put a strain on the connectors or mounting hardware.
Figure 28: Attach Wall Mount Brackets (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1 19-inches bracket

2 Plastic spacer

3 #6-32 PHMS

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Ground the Chassis

Figure 29: Wall Mount the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Customer supplied wall mount hardware

Ground the Chassis

After the device is installed, you must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground.

Chassis Grounding

Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence
of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician
if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024

Warning During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch
the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, you could shock yourself. Statement 94

You must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground; the ground wire must be installed in accordance with
local electrical safety standards.
• For grounding, use size 6 AWG (13 mm² ) copper wire and the ground lug provided in the accessory kit.

Note This equipment is suitable for installation in Network Telecommunications Facilities and locations where the
NEC applies. The equipment is suitable for installation as part of the Common Bonding Network (CBN).

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Chassis Grounding

• For NEC-compliant grounding, use size 14 AWG (2 mm² ) or larger copper wire and an appropriate
user-supplied ring terminal with an inner diameter of 1/4 in. (5–7 mm)
• AWG 10 (4 mm²) or larger wire for EN/IEC 60950-1 and EN/IEC 62368-1 compliant chassis grounding

Note The grounding wire should be sized according to local and national installation requirements. The above
recommended AWG values for NEBS-compliant, NEC-compliant, EN/IEC 60950-1 and EN/IEC 62368-1 as
the minimum requirement respectively, the higher AWG value recommendation also with the higher priority,
this means AWG 10 is the minimum requirement only when NEBS is not required. Commercially available
6-AWG grounding wire is always preferred from the chassis to the rack ground or directly to the common
bonding network (CBN). The length of the grounding wire depends on the proximity of the switch to proper
grounding facilities.

To install the ground connection for your device, perform the following steps:

Step 1 Strip one end of the ground wire to the length required for the ground lug or terminal.
• For the ground lug—approximately 0.75 inch (20 mm)
• For user-provided ring terminal—as required

Step 2 Crimp the ground wire to the ground lug or ring terminal, using a crimp tool of the appropriate size.
Step 3 Attach the ground lug or ring terminal to the chassis as shown in Chassis Grounding section. For a ground lug, use the
two screws with captive locking washers provided. For a ring terminal, use one of the screws provided. Tighten the screws
to a torque of 8 to 10 in-lb (0.9 to 1.1 N-m).
Figure 30: Chassis Ground Connection on the C8300 1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Ground lug

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Figure 31: Chassis Ground Connection on the C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T

Step 4 Connect the other end of the ground wire to a known reliable earth ground point at your site.

1 Ground lug

Connect Power to the Device

This section explains how to connect power to the device.

Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize
the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030

Note The installation must comply with all required electrical codes applicable at the installation site.

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Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem

Warning When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC
adaptors. Using any other cables/adaptors could cause a malfunction or a fire. Electrical Appliance and Material
Safety Law prohibits the use of UL-certified cables (that have the “UL” shown on the code) for any other
electrical devices than products designated by CISCO. The use of cables that are certified by Electrical
Appliance and Material Safety Law (that have “PSE” shown on the code) is not limited to CISCO-designated
products. Statement 371.

If your device uses AC power, connect it to a 15 A, 120 VAC (10 A, 240 VAC) circuit with overcurrent
protection.

Note The input voltage tolerance limits for AC power are 90 and 264 VAC.

Note This product requires surge protection to be provided as part of the building installation. To comply with the
Telcordia GR-1089 NEBS standard for electromagnetic compatibility and safety, an external surge protective
device (SPD) is required at the AC power service equipment.

Warning This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective device is rated not greater than 20A. Statement 1005

Connect to a Console Terminal or Modem

The Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have asynchronous serial ports. These ports provide administrative
access to the router either locally (with a console terminal or a PC).To configure the router through the Cisco
IOS CLI, you must establish a connection between the router console port and either a terminal or a PC.
Use the following cables and adapters to establish a local or remote connection.

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Connect to the Console Port with Mac OS X

Table 9: Local and Remote Connections

Port Type Cable Section

1. Serial (RJ-45) EIA RJ-45 Connect to the Serial Port with

Microsoft Windows

2. Serial (USB) USB 5-pin mini USB

Type-B-to-USB Type-A

Connect to the Console Port with Mac OS X

This procedure describes how to connect a Mac OS X system USB port to the console using the built in OS
X Terminal utility.

Step 1 Use the Finder to go to Applications > Utilities > Terminal.

Step 2 Connect the OS X USB port to the router.
Step 3 Enter the following commands to find the OS X USB port number
Example:

macbook:user$ cd /dev
macbook:user$ ls -ltr /dev/*usb*
crw-rw-rw- 1 root wheel 9, 66 Apr 1 16:46 tty.usbmodem1a21 DT-macbook:dev user$

Step 4 Connect to the USB port with the following command followed by the router USB port speed
Example:

macbook:user$ screen /dev/tty.usbmodem1a21 9600

To disconnect the OS X USB console from the Terminal window

Enter Ctrl-a followed by Ctrl-\

Connect to the Console Port with Linux

This procedure shows how to connect a Linux system USB port to the console using the built in Linux Terminal
utility.

Step 1 Open the Linux Terminal window.

Step 2 Connect the Linux USB port to the router.
Step 3 Enter the following commands to find the Linux USB port number
Example:

root@usb-suse# cd /dev
root@usb-suse /dev# ls -ltr *ACM*

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crw-r--r-- 1 root root 188, 0 Jan 14 18:02 ttyACM0

root@usb-suse /dev#

Step 4 Connect to the USB port with the following command followed by the router USB port speed
Example:

root@usb-suse /dev# screen /dev/ttyACM0 9600

To disconnect the Linux USB console from the Terminal window

Enter Ctrl-a followed by : then quit

Install the Silicon Labs USB Device Driver

This section contains the following topics:

Install the Silicon Labs Windows USB Device Driver

Step 1 Go to the Silicon Labs website ( www.silabs.com/developers/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers?tab=downloads), and click

CP210x Universal Windows Driver.
Step 2 Unzip the downloaded folder, and select the installer for your system configuration. The Device Driver Installation Wizard
begins.
Step 3 Click Next on the Installation Wizard, then click Finish to complete installation.
Step 4 Open the Device Manager on your system and click the Ports (COM & LPT) drop-down.
Step 5 Insert the USB console cable and power into your system. The Device manager refreshes and indicates the newly-detected
COM port.
Step 6 Open a terminal emulator and click the Serial connection type. Input the values for Serial Line and Speed (or Baud Rate).
Step 7 Click Open.
Step 8 The terminal emulator opens. Click Enter to view the console output response.
The USB console is ready for use.

Install the Silicon Labs Mac USB Device Driver

Step 1 Go to the Silicon Labs website (www.silabs.com/developers/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers?tab=downloads), and click

CP210x VCP Mac OSX Driver.
Step 2 Click the Downloads folder, then click the macOS_VCP_Driver folder, and double-click the SiLabsUSBDriverDisk.dmg
program.
Step 3 Click Install CP210X VCP Driver, and then click Open. The Driver Installer begins.
Step 4 Follow installer instructions. Click Continue, scroll all the way down, then click Continue, and click Agree.
Step 5 Click Continue, and enter your password. Then click Install Helper, and click Close.

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Step 6 Insert the USB console cable and power into your system..
Step 7 Open a terminal and type cd/dev, and then type ls-ltr. Serial port tty.SLAB_USBtoUART appears.
Step 8 Type screen/dev/tty.SLAB_USBtoUART <baudrate> to see console output. Console will show response upon first Enter
key if there is no output.
The USB console is ready for use.

Connect WAN and LAN Interfaces

This section describes how to connect WAN and LAN interface cables. Before you connect the interface
cables, refer to the following warning statements:

Warning Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
Statement 1036.

Warning Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface. Statement 1037.

Warning For connections outside the building where the equipment is installed, the following ports must be connected
through an approved network termination unit with integral circuit protection, LAN, PoE. Statement 1044.

Warning Avoid using or servicing any equipment that has outdoor connections during an electrical storm. There may
be a risk of electric shock from lightning. Statement 1088.

Ports and Cabling

The connections summarized here are also described in detail in the document on Cisco.com: Cisco Modular
Access Cable Specifications

Table 10: WAN, LAN, and Voice Connections

1
Port or Connection Port Type, Color Connection: Cable

Ethernet RJ-45, yellow Ethernet hub or Ethernet switch Category 5 or higher Ethernet

T1/E1 WANxCE1T1-PRI RJ-48C/CA81ARJ-48S, tan T1 or E1 networkExternal T1 CSU RJ-48 T1/E1RJ-48S to RJ-48S

or other T1 equipment TERJ-48S to RJ-48S NTRJ-48S to
RJ-48S T1RJ-48S to bareRJ-48S to
BNCRJ-48S to twinaxial cableRJ-48S
to DB-15RJ-48S to DB-15 null

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Connection Procedures and Precautions

1
Port or Connection Port Type, Color Connection: Cable

T3/DS3/E3 WAN BNC connector T3 network, CSU/DSU, or other 75-ohm coaxial cable
T3/DS3 equipment

Cisco serial 60-pin D-sub, blue CSU/DSU and serial network or Cisco serial transition cable that
equipment matches the signaling protocol
(EIA/TIA-232, EIA/TIA-449, V.35,
Cisco Smart serial Cisco Smart compact CSU/DSU and serial network or X.21, or EIA-530) and the serial port
connector, blue equipment operating mode (DTE or DCE).2

Gigabit Ethernet SFP, LC, color according to 1000BASE-SX, -LX, -LH, -ZX, Optical fiber as specified on applicable
optical optical wavelength -CWDM data sheet

Gigabit Ethernet SFP, RJ-45 1000BASE-T Category 5, 5e, 6 UTP

copper
1
Cable color codes are specific to Cisco cables.
2
See the Cisco Modular Access Router Cable Specifications document for information about choosing these cables.

Connection Procedures and Precautions

• Connect each WAN and LAN to the appropriate connector on the chassis or on a network module or
interface card.
• Position the cables carefully, so that they do not put strain on the connectors.
• Organize cables in bundles so that cables do not intertwine.
• Inspect the cables to make sure that the routing and bend radius is satisfactory. Reposition cables, if
necessary.
• Install cable ties in accordance with site requirements.

For cable pinouts, see Cisco Modular Access Cable Specifications.

Note After installing the device and connecting the cables, you can configure the device with basic configurations.
For more information on how to configure the device, see the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
Software Configuration Guide.

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Install Internal Components and Field
Replaceable Units
This document describes how to install internal components and field replaceable units (FRUs) in the Cisco
Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms. The installation information is contained in these sections:
• Safety Warnings, on page 53
• Locate and Access Internal Components, on page 54
• Remove and Replace DDR DIMMs, on page 58
• Remove and Replace the Power Supplies , on page 61
• Replace a Fan Tray for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms , on page 84
• Install and Remove SFP and SFP+ Modules, on page 87
• Remove and Replace the USB Flash Token Memory Stick, on page 90
• Remove and Install an M.2 USB|NVMe Module, on page 91
• Remove the M.2 USB|NVMe Module, on page 92
• Install the M.2 USB|NVMe Module, on page 93
• Managing Self Encrypting Drives, on page 94

Safety Warnings

Warning High touch/leakage current – Permanently connected protective earth ground is essential before connecting
to telecommunication network.

Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning To reduce the risk of electric shock, the chassis of this equipment needs to be connected to permanent earth
ground during normal use. Statement 0445

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Locate and Access Internal Components

Warning To reduce risk of electric shock and fire, a readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated
in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams or
view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the unterminated fiber cable or connector. Do not
view directly with optical instruments. Viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments (for example,
eye loupes, magnifiers, and microscopes) within a distance of 100 mm may pose an eye hazard. Statement
1056

Warning Only instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Refer
to statement 1089 for description of skilled person.

Warning Only instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Refer
to statement 1089 for description of skilled person. Statement 1090

Warning Only instructed person or skilled person should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Refer
to statement 1089 for description of skilled person. Statement 1091

Warning Pluggable optical modules comply with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 and 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 with or without
exception for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019..
Statement 1255

Locate and Access Internal Components

The figures below show the locations of internal components on the motherboard. Internal modules include
DIMMs on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.

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Locate and Access Internal Components

To access the internal components on the device, you must first remove the chassis cover. For instructions
on how to remove and replace the chassis cover on the device, see the sections on Install and Remove Chassis
Covers.
Figure 32: Internal Component Locations in the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

Sl. No Modules

1 Fan tray

2 DIMM

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Figure 33: Internal Component Locations in the C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

Sl. No Module

1 DIMMs

Remove and Replace the Chassis Cover

The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms have removable covers. Before removing the cover, do these
steps:
• Do not run the device with the cover off. Doing so can cause the chassis to overheat very quickly.
• Before opening the unit, disconnect the telephone-network cables to avoid contact with telephone-network
voltages. Statement 1041.
• Disconnect all power cables.
• Remove the device from the rack

Use a number-2 Phillips screwdriver to perform the following tasks.

Remove the Chassis Cover

To remove the cover, perform the following steps.

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings and disconnect the power supply before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 Confirm the device is turned off and disconnected from the power supply or power supplies. If a redundant power is used,
disconnect from the redundant power supply.

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Replace the Cover

Step 3 Place the chassis on a flat surface.

Step 4 For C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T, remove the 11 cover screws. For C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T, remove the 6 cover screws.
Step 5 Lift the cover straight up.

Replace the Cover

To replace the cover, perform the following steps.

Step 1 Place the chassis on a flat surface.

Step 2 Drop the cover straight down and ensure that the side flanges insert into the chassis. Care should be taken to not damage
the EMC Gaskets.
Step 3 For C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T install the 11 cover screws. For C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T install the 6 cover screws.
Figure 34: Install the Cover on the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Chassis
cover

2 Screws

3 Chassis

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Remove and Replace DDR DIMMs

Figure 35: Install the Cover on the C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 Chassis
cover

2 Screws

3 Chassis

Remove and Replace DDR DIMMs

To access the DIMMs, you must remove the chassis cover as described in the Access and Install Modules
section.

Caution Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap and ensure that it makes good contact with your skin when you
remove or install DIMMs. Connect the equipment end of the wrist strap to the metal part of the chassis.

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Locate and Orient DIMM

Caution Handle DIMMs by the edges only. DIMMs are ESD-sensitive components and can be damaged by mishandling.

Locate and Orient DIMM

DIMMs have a polarization notch on the mating edge to prevent incorrect insertion. The following image
shows the polarization notch on a DIMM.
Figure 36: DIMM Showing Polarization Notch

1 Polarization
notch

Remove a DIMM
Follow these steps to remove a DIMM:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings section and disconnect the power supply before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 If the cover is not already removed, remove the chassis cover.
Step 3 Locate the DIMM module to find the DIMM sockets on the chassis.
Step 4 Rotate DIMM connector handles downwards to extract the DIMM module.

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Install a DIMM

Figure 37: Remove a DIMM

Install a DIMM
Follow these steps to install a DIMM on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge devices.

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings section and disconnect the power supply before you perform any DIMM replacement.
Step 2 If the cover is not already removed, remove the chassis cover.
Step 3 Locate the DIMM module to find the DIMM sockets on the device.
Step 4 Ensure that both latches on the DIMM connector are in the open position.
Step 5 Orient the DIMM so that the polarization notch lines up with the polarization key on the connector.
Figure 38: DIMM Showing Polarization Notch

Step 6 Insert the DIMM into the connector one side at a time.
Step 7 Rotate the connector handles upward and click into place.
Step 8 Reinstall the chassis cover.

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Figure 39: Install a DIMM

Step 9 Replace the chassis cover.

Remove and Replace the Power Supplies

Warning Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous voltages
and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other
equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all
cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement 1029

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize
the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Care should be taken while removing the power supplies (especially in boost mode of operation). If the total
power consumption is higher than can be supported by one power supply alone and in this condition a power
supply is removed, the hardware can be damaged. This may then result in the system being unstable or unusable.

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AC Power Supplies

AC Power Supplies
The C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T devices have two different AC power supply types and they are the same physical
size. The C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6Tdevices also have two AC power supply types and they are of the same
physical size but they are not the same size as those in the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T. The power supplies cannot
be interchanged.

Overview of the AC Power Supply

The AC power supplies for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T devices are as follows. The two supplies are physically
similar and a diagram is shown in the figure below.
• PWR-CC1-250WAC
• PWR-CC1-500WAC

Figure 40: 250W/500W AC Power Supply for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

Sl. No Module

1 PSU1

2 PSU0

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Overview of the AC Power Supply

Figure 41: 250W/500W AC Power Supply for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Handle 2 Strain relief

3 Latch 4 Fail LED

5 Status 6 Power
LED socket

The AC power supplies for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T devices are as follows. The two supplies are physically
similar and a diagram is shown in the figure below.
• PWR-CC1-650WAC
• PWR-CC1-1000WAC

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Figure 42: 650WAC/1000WAC Power Supply for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

Sl. No Module

1 PSU0

2 PSU1

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Figure 43: 650W/1000W AC Power Supply for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

Table 11: 650W/1000W AC Power Supply for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 Handle 2 Strain
relief

3 Latch 4 Status
LED

5 Power
socket

Remove and Replace the AC and HVDC Power Supply (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

To remove an AC power supply from the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the safety warnings section of this document.

Step 2 If there is only one power supply in the system, shut down the device before removing the power supply.
Step 3 If there are redundant power supplies in use the device does not have to be shut down prior to replacing the power supply.
The power supply may be replaced while the device is in service.
Step 4 If in use, remove the strain relief securing the power supply cable to the power supply latch.
Step 5 Remove the AC power cord from the power socket.
Step 6 Depress the power supply latch and use the handle to pull the supply out of the device.

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Figure 44: Step 4

Figure 45: Step 5

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Figure 46: Step 6

To replace or install an AC power supply into the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Use the handle to push the power supply into the router. The power supply latch should provide an audible click when
the supply is fully seated.
Step 2 Install the AC power cord into the power socket on the power supply.
Step 3 If used, reapply the strain relief strap around the power cord and the power supply latch.
Step 4 If the device was turned off, turn the power back on to the device.

Remove and Replace the AC Power Supply (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

To remove an AC power supply from a C8300-2N2SS-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the safety warnings section of this document.

Step 2 If there is only one power supply in the system, shut down the device before removing the power supply.
Step 3 If there are redundant power supplies in use the device does not have to be shut down prior to replacing the power supply.
The power supply may be replaced while the device is in service.
Step 4 If in use, remove the strain relief securing the power supply cable to the power supply latch.
Step 5 Remove the AC power cord from the power socket.
Step 6 Depress the power supply latch and use the handle to pull the supply out of the router.

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Figure 47: Remove an AC Power Supply from the C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

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Figure 48: Step 5

Figure 49: Step 6

To replace or install an AC power supply into a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Use the handle to push the power supply into the device. The power supply latch should provide an audible click when
the supply is fully seated.

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DC Power Supplies

Step 2 Install the AC power cord into the power socket on the power supply.
Step 3 If used, reapply the strain relief strap around the power cord and the power supply latch.
Step 4 If the device was turned off, turn the power back on to the device.

DC Power Supplies
The C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T devices have one DC power supply type. The C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T devices also
have one DC power supply type. As with the AC power supplies, the DC power supplies are not of the same
size and cannot be interchanged.

Overview of the DC Power Supplies

The DC power supply for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T devices is shown in the figure below:
• PWR-CC1-400WDC
• PWR-CC1-400WHV

Figure 50: 400WDC Power Supply for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Handle 2 Strain relief

3 Latch 4 Fail LED

5 Status 6 Terminal
LED block

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Overview of the DC Power Supplies

Figure 51: 400WHV Power Supply for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Power 2 Fail
socket LED

3 Status LED 4 Handle

5 Latch

The DC power supply for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T devices is shown in the figure below:

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Figure 52: 650WDC Power Supply for C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 Handle 2 Status LED

3 Ground lead wire 4 Latch

5 Positive (+) lead 6 Ground lead

wire wire

7 Negative (-) lead

wire

Remove and Replace the DC Power Supply (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

To remove a DC power supply from a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the safety warnings section of this document.

Step 2 If there is only one power supply in the system, shut down the device before removing the power supply.
Step 3 If there are redundant power supplies in use the device does not have to be shut down prior to replacing the power supply.
The power supply may be replaced while the device is in service.
Step 4 At the power distribution panel or at the local circuit breaker, remove the power from the DC power leads (label 1)attached
to the power supply to be replaced.

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Step 5 Remove the terminal block cover and loosen the terminal screws (label 1) securing the power cabling. Remove the power
cabling from the terminal block.
Step 6 Depress the power supply latch and use the handle to pull the supply out of the device.
Figure 53: Remove a DC Power Supply from the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

Figure 54: Step 5

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Figure 55: Step 6

To replace or install a DC power supply from a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T, perform these steps:

Step 1 Use the handle to push the power supply into the router. The power supply latch should provide an audible click when
the supply is fully seated.
Step 2 If this is an initial installation, please see the section on preparing the DC power leads below.
Step 3 Install the DC power leads into the terminal block and tighten the terminal block screws to secure the cables. For the
PWR-CC1-400WDC power supply the negative lead installs into the left terminal position and the positive lead installs
into the right terminal position. The polarity is marked on the faceplate of the power supply.
Caution Do not over torque the terminal block captive screws. Ensure that the connection is snug, but the wire is not
crushed. Verify by tugging lightly on each wire to ensure that they do not move.

Step 4 Reinstall the terminal block cover.

Step 5 If the device was turned off, turn the power back on to the device.

Remove and Replace the DC Power Supply (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

To remove a DC power supply from the C8300-2N2SS-4T2X|6T, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the safety warnings section of this document.

Step 2 If there is only one power supply in the system, shut down the device before proceeding.
Step 3 If there are redundant power supplies in use the router does not have to be shut down prior to replacing the power supply.
The power supply may be replaced while the router is in service.

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Step 4 At the power distribution panel or at the local circuit breaker, remove the power from the DC power leads (label 1)
attached to the power supply to be replaced.
Step 5 Remove the terminal block cover and loosen the terminal screws (label 1) securing the power cabling. Remove the power
cabling from the terminal block.
Step 6 Depress the power supply latch and use the handle to pull the supply out of the device.
Figure 56: Remove a DC Power Supply from the C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

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Figure 57: Step 5

Figure 58: Step 6

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To replace or install a DC power supply from the C8300-2N2SS-4T2X|6T, perform these steps:

Step 1 Use the handle to push the power supply into the router. The power supply latch should provide an audible click when
the supply is fully seated.
Step 2 If this is an initial installation, please see the section on preparing the DC power leads below.
Step 3 Install the DC power leads into the terminal block and tighten the terminal block screws to secure the cables. For the
PWR-CC1-650WDC(R) power supply, the negative lead installs into the right terminal position and the positive lead
installs into the left terminal position, and the ground lead installs into the middle terminal position. The polarity is marked
on the faceplate of the power supply.
Caution Do not over torque the terminal block captive screws. Ensure that the connection is snug, but the wire is not
crushed. Verify by tugging lightly on each wire to ensure that they do not move.

Step 4 Reinstall the terminal block cover.

Step 5 If the device was turned off, turn the power back on to the device.

Install the DC Input Power

This section describes how to install the DC power supply input power leads to the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T
and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T DC input power supply. Before you begin, read these important notices:
• The color coding of the DC input power supply leads depends on the color coding of the DC power
source at your site. Ensure that the lead color coding you choose for the DC input power supply matches
the lead color coding used at the DC power source and verify that the power source is connected to the
negative (–) terminal and to the positive (+) terminal on the power supply.
• Ensure that the chassis ground is connected on the chassis before you begin installing the DC power
supply. Follow the steps provided in the Chassis Grounding .

Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit.
Statement 1003

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement
1030

Prepare the Wire for Connecting to the DC Power Supply

In the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T platforms, the DC power supply has a terminal
block that is installed into the power supply terminal block header.
Use the following steps to prepare the wire for connection to the terminal source:

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Prepare the Wire for Connecting to the DC Power Supply

Step 1 Turn off the circuit breaker from the power source to be connected to the power source. Ensure the wires to be attached
to the power supply are not energized.
Step 2 The wires connecting to the power supply can be stripped back and terminated directly to the power supply terminal
block. Alternately a crimp style spade terminal lug can be attached to the end of the wire. If using a terminal lug, follow
the manufacturer's instructions for terminating the lug to the wire. If terminating directly to the terminal block using bare
wire, following the directions shown below.
Use a wire-stripping tool to strip each of the two wires coming from the DC input power source to approximately 0.39
inch (10 mm) +/- 0.02 inch (0.5 mm). It is recommended that 14 AWG insulated wire be used. Do not strip more than
the recommended length of wire because doing so could leave the wire exposed from the terminal block and shows a
stripped DC input power source wire.
Figure 59: Stripped DC Input Power Source Wire

1 0.39 inch (10 mm) is the recommended wire-strip length for the terminal block.

Warning An exposed wire lead from a DC input power source can conduct harmful levels of electricity. Be sure that
no exposed portion of the DC input power source wire extends from the terminal block. Statement 122

Identify the positive and negative feed positions for the terminal block connection of C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T:
a) Positive (+) lead wire (right)
b) Negative (–) lead wire (left)

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Figure 60: DC Power Supply with Lead Wires

Table 12:

1 Negative (-) lead

wire

2 Positive (+) lead

wire

Identify the positive, ground, and negative feed positions for the terminal block connection of C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T:
• Positive (+) lead wire(left)
• Ground Lead wire (middle)
• Negative (–) lead wire(right)

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Remove and Install PoE Converter Power Supply Unit

Figure 61: DC Power Supply with Lead Wires

1 Positive (+) lead wire

2 Ground lead wire

3 Negative (-) lead wire

Remove and Install PoE Converter Power Supply Unit

The PoE converter power supply supports only online insertion feature, it does not support online removal.

Note Remove and Install PoE Converter Power Supply Unit in a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

The optional PoE converter PSU slots come with factory-installed fillers. You must remove them to install
the PoE converter power supplies. If you are using only one PoE converter power supply, you must install
the PoE converter power supply in PoE slot 0.

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Remove the PoE Power Supply Slot Filler

This section shows the location of the PoE converter power supply slots located behind fan tray.

Remove the PoE Power Supply Slot Filler

To remove a PoE power supply filler, perform these steps:

Step 1 Loosen the screws securing the fan tray in the chassis.
Step 2 Remove the fan tray from the device.
Step 3 Loosen the screw securing the filler panel in the device.
Step 4 Pull on the screw and rotate the filler panel out of the slot.
Figure 62: Remove PoE Power Supply Slot Fillers

1 Install tab slot on the chassis 2 POE filler being installed in PoE slot
1

3 PoE filler shown installed in PoE slot 0 4 PoE slot 0

5 Rotate to secure screw into securing nut in chassis 6 PoE slot 1

Install the PoE Power Supply Slot Filler

To install a PoE power supply slot filler, perform these steps:

Step 1 Install the tab on the left side of the filler panel into the slot in the chassis.
Step 2 Tighten the screw to secure the filler panel in the chassis.
Step 3 Install the fan tray from the device.

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Step 4 Tighten the screws securing the fan tray in the chassis.

Remove the PoE Converter Power Supply

To remove the PoE converter power supply, follow these steps:

Step 1 Remove the fan tray from the device.

Step 2 Loosen the screws securing the fan tray in the chassis.
Step 3 Remove the fantray from the device.
Step 4 Loosen the two screws securing the POE supply in the device.
Step 5 Rotate the PoE latch and pull the supply out of the slot.
Figure 63: Remove the PoE Converter Power Supply

1 Latch to secure module (shown open). 2 PoE converter module being installed in PoE slot
1

3 PoE converter module installed in PoE slot 0 4 Screws to secure PoE module to the chassis.

5 Latch to secure PoE converter module (shown closed).

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Install the PoE Converter Power Supply

To install the PoE converter power supply, perform these steps:

Step 1 Push the POE power supply into the slot, continue until the supply is fully seated. The power supply latch should rotate
until it touches the faceplate of the supply.
Step 2 Tighten the screw to secure the filler panel in the chassis.
Step 3 Tighten the two screws securing the POE supply in the device.
Step 4 Install the fan tray from the device.
Step 5 Tighten the screws securing the fan tray in the chassis.
Figure 64: Install the PoE Converter Power Supply

1 Latch to secure module (shown open). 2 PoE converter module being installed in PoE slot
1

3 PoE converter module installed in PoE slot 0 4 Screws to secure PoE module to the chassis.

5 Latch to secure PoE converter module (shown closed).

The following messages are expected behavior when you try to reload or insert a PoE supply in a device with Ethernet
Switch Network Module:
Example:

*Jul 21 22:35:23.868: %IOSXE_PEM-6-INSPEM_FM: PEM/FM slot POE0 inserted

Upon PoE converter power supply insertion, inline power supply restores automatically in the router.

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After the insertion, resets are needed for the switch modules in the router for the PoE supply to
work properly.
If there are two PoE supplies, the power supplies can operate in a boost mode or redundant mode. In
a boost mode, the total power supplied is a sum of the two power supplies capacity. In a redundant
mode, if one of the PoE supply fails, the other PoE will supply power.

Replace a Fan Tray for Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms
In the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms, we have fan trays that are field replaceable units (FRUs).
The fan tray includes all the fans in one assembly. If a fan fails, replace the tray using a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

Before Replacing a Fan Tray

Read the safety precautions below and have the required tools available before replacing a fan tray:

Replace a Fan Tray in a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

The C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T supports forward air flow (standard version).
To replace the fan tray, complete the following steps:

Note If you are hot-swapping the fan tray, it is recommended to complete the operation within two minutes to
ensure that the device remains within operating temperature.

Step 1 Loosen the three captive fan tray screws.

Step 2 Pull the fan tray out.
Step 3 Insert the replacement fan tray and tighten the three captive screws.
Figure 65: Fan Tray of a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 Fan tray

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2 PSU 1

3 PSU 0

Remove the Fan Tray Air Filter from a C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

To insert the fan tray, complete the following steps:

Step 1 Loosen the middle captive air filter screws.

Step 2 Pull the old air filter out.
Step 3 Insert the replacement fan tray and tighten the captive screws.
Figure 66: Reinstall the Fan Tray Air Filter (Cisco 8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

1 Air filter cover

2 Captive screw for air filter

3 Air filter

Note • First inspection of the air filter must be performed six months after the first installation of the air filter.
• Air filters must be inspected every three months after the initial six month inspection and replaced if
found to be dirty.
• Air filters cannot be cleaned and reused. Replace with a new air filter. It is recommended to have spare
air filters in stock.

Remove the Fan Tray from a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

The C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T supports forward air flow (standard version).

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Install the Fan Tray into a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

To replace the fan tray, perform these steps:

Step 1 Power off the device

Step 2 Remove all cables from the chassis
Step 3 Remove unit from the equipment rack if it is installed in a rack
Step 4 Remove the top cover
Step 5 Remove the three screws from the fantray
Step 6 Disconnect fan cables from the motherboard
Step 7 Remove the fan tray
Note The estimated time for replacing the fan tray on C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T by a skilled technician within 60
Minutes.

1F a n 2Screws
tray

Install the Fan Tray into a C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

The C8300-INIS-4T2X|6T supports forward air flow (standard version).
To replace the fan tray, perform these steps:

Step 1 Install the fan tray

Step 2 Install the three fan tray mounting screws
Step 3 Connect the fan cables to the motherboard

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Step 4 Install the top cover

Step 5 If appropriate, re-install the unit back in an equipment rack
Step 6 Reinstall all cables from the chassis
Step 7 Power on the unit

1F a n 2Screws
tray

Install and Remove SFP and SFP+ Modules

Before you begin
See the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms's datasheet on cisco.com for a list of supported SFP and
SFP+ modules. Use only supported SFP/SFP+ modules on the platform.

Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Note We recommend that you wait 30 seconds between removal and insertion of an SFP on an interface module.
This time is recommend to alllow the transceiver software to initilize and synchronise with the standby RSP.
Chaning an SFP more quickly could result in transceiver initialization issues that disable the SFP

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Laser Safety Guidelines

• Do not remove the dust plugs from the SFP and SFP+ modules or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic
cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the module ports and cables
from contamination and ambient light.
• Removing and installing an SFP and SFP+ module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert
any SFP/SFP+ module more often than is necessary.
• To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures when connecting
cables to the switch and other devices.
• When you insert several SFP and SFP+ modules in multiple ports, wait for 5 seconds between inserting
each SFP/SFP+. This will prevent the ports from going into error disabled mode. Similarly, when you
remove an SFP and SFP+ from a port, wait for 5 seconds before reinserting it.

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to an earth ground surface.
Step 2 Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings that identify the top of the SFP/SFP+ module.
On some SFP/SFP+ modules, the send and receive (TX and RX) markings might be shown by arrows that show the
direction of the connection.
Step 3 If the SFP/SFP+ module has a bale-clasp latch, move it to the open, unlocked position.
Step 4 Align the module in front of the slot opening, and push until you feel the connector snap into place.
Step 5 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it to lock the SFP/SFP+ module in place.
Step 6 Remove the SFP and SFP+ dust plugs and save.
Step 7 Connect the SFP and SFP+ cables.

Laser Safety Guidelines

Optical Small-Form Pluggable (SFPs) use a small laser to generate the fiber-optic signal. Keep the optical
transmit and receive ports covered whenever a cable is not connected to the port.

Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams or
view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051

Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement
1040

Warning Pluggable optical modules comply with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 and 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 with or without
exception for conformance with IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3 as described in Laser Notice No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
Statement 1255.

To install an SFP module in your device, perform these steps:

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Remove Small Form Pluggable Modules

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings section and disconnect the power supply before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 Slide the SFP into the device connector until it locks into position
Tip If the SFP uses a bale-clasp latch (see Laser Safety Guidelines section, the handle should be on top of the
SFP module.

Figure 67: Install a Small-Form Pluggable Module

Caution Do not remove the optical port plugs from the SFP until you are ready to connect cabling.

Step 3 Connect the network cable to the SFP module.

Remove Small Form Pluggable Modules

Follow these steps to remove a Small Form Pluggable (SFP) from the device:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings section and disconnect the power supply before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 Disconnect all cables from the SFP.
Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into beams or
view directly with optical instruments. Statement 1051
Caution The latching mechanism used on many SFPs locks the SFP into place when cables are connected. Do not
pull on the cabling in an attempt to remove the SFP.

Step 3 Disconnect the SFP latch.

Note SFP modules use various latch designs to secure the module in the SFP port. Latch designs are not linked to
SFP model or technology type. For information on the SFP technology type and model, see the label on the
side of the SFP.

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Figure 68: Disconnecting SFP Latch Mechanisms

1 Sliding latch 3 Bale-clasp latch

2 Swing and slide latch 4 Plastic collar latch

Tip Use a pen, screwdriver, or other small straight tool to gently release a bale-clasp handle if you cannot reach
it with your fingers.

Step 4 Grasp the SFP on both sides and remove it from the device.

Remove and Replace the USB Flash Token Memory Stick

The Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms contain ports for a USB memory stick to store Cisco
configurations or Cisco IOS XE consolidated packages.

Caution Do not remove a USB Flash memory module when issuing some file access command or a read/write operation
to the Flash memory module when it is processing. The router might reload or the USB Flash memory module
can be damaged. You can check to see if the USB activity LED on the router front panel is flashing, prior to
the removal of the USB device

To install, remove a USB memory stick from the device, follow these steps:

Step 1 Place the USB stick into the USB port.

Step 2 Type-C memory sticks are supported on USB port 1 and type-C memory can be inserted in any direction. Type-A memory
sticks are supported on USB port 0 and it must be oriented correctly to allow for proper insertion.
Note A sample of how the memory stick is inserted into the port.

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Remove and Install an M.2 USB|NVMe Module

Figure 69: USB Memory Stick

Note You can insert or remove the memory stick whether the device is powered on or not.

1 USB Type C (3.0) (USB 1)

2 USB stick

3 USB Type A (3.0) (USB 0)

What to do next
This completes the USB Flash memory installation procedure.

Remove and Install an M.2 USB|NVMe Module

This section describes installing and replacing an M.2 USB|NVMe module on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms.

Prevent Electrostatic Discharge Damage

The M.2 module is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which can occur when electronic cards
or components are handled improperly. ESD results in complete or intermittent failures.
To prevent ESD damage, follow these guidelines:
• Always use an ESD wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact.

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• Connect the equipment end of the strap to an unfinished chassis surface.

• Place the M.2 storage devices on an anti-static surface or in a static shielding bag. If you have to return
the device to the factory, immediately place it in a static shielding bag.
• Avoid contact between the device and clothing. The wrist strap protects the device from ESD voltages
on the body only; ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
• Do not remove the wrist strap until the installation is complete.

Caution For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the anti static strap. The measurement should be between
1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).

Remove the M.2 USB|NVMe Module

To remove a M.2 USB|NVMe module, perform these steps:

Note The M.2 USB|NVMe module installation for C8300 1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300 2N2S-4T2X|6T are different.
The M.2 USB|NVMe modules are flipped upside down.

Step 1 The device should be powered down and the power supply disconnected before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 Loosen 2 mounting screws using a #1 Philips screwdriver.
Step 3 Gently pull the M.2 USB|NVMe module out and remove it from the device.
Figure 70: Remove the M.2 USB|NVMe Module (C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T)

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1 M.2 USB|NVMe
module

Install the M.2 USB|NVMe Module

Note The installation of M.2 USB|NVMe module for C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T and C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T are
different.
The M.2 USB|NVMe module's orientations are flipped. For the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T, the PCB faces down,
whereas, for the C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T, the PCB faces upwards.

To install the M.2 USB|NVMe module, perform the following steps:

Step 1 Read all Safety Warnings, ensure that the C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T is not powered on.
Step 2 Insert the M.2 USB|NVMe module into the slot of the device (as shown in the figure). The slide should engage the internal
card guides.
Step 3 Gently slide the M.2 USB|NVMe module all the way in until the faceplate is flush with the device.
Step 4 Screw down and tighten the two Philips head screws. Torque it to 4-6 in lbs.
Step 5 The device can now be powered on.
Figure 71: Install the M.2 USB|NVMe (C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T)

1 M.2
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Managing Self Encrypting Drives

Managing Self Encrypting Drives

Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms Series support self-encrypting drives (SED), which helps to enhance
the security of data that are stored on these platforms. SEDs are locked using a security key. The security key,
which is also known as Key-Encryption Key or an authentication passphrase is used to encrypt the media
encryption key. If the disk is not locked, no key is required to retrieve the data. To enable the security lock,
use the hw-module harddisk security-lock enable to enable the command. To disable the security lock,
use the no hw-module harddisk security-lock enable command.
Also, you can perform the following actions:
• To check the security status, use the show hw-module harddisk security-lock status command.
• To perform factory reset on the SED when the security-lock is enabled, use the factory-reset sed
• To perform factory reset on the SED without checkig the status of the security-lock, use the factory-reset
sed PSID command. The PSID (Physical Secure ID) is a 32 character ASCII string read from the label
attached to the SED drive.

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Install Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Module
This section provides information before and during the installation of Cisco Catalyst Network Interface
Modules (NIMs) on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.
• Overview of the Network Interface Module, on page 95
• , on page 95
• Remove and Install Network Interface Modules, on page 96
• Remove and Install Network Interface Modules Adapter, on page 97
• Install Network Interface Modules in the NIM Adapter, on page 100

Overview of the Network Interface Module

The Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Module (NIM), which has 10G WAN and 1xSFP+ 10G port is supported
on Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.
For additional information, see the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms datasheet on cisco.com for a
list of supported NIMs on the platforms.

Figure shows the front panel of the Catalyst Network Interface Module

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Figure 72: Front Panel of Catalyst NIM

LED Description

1 L/A (top) Off: No link.

Green: Link established.
Blinking green: Packets being transmitted.

2 EN (top) Off: The SFP is not present.

Green: The SFP is supported and no faults.
Amber: The SFP is not supported or is in a fault state.

3 EN (bottom) Off: Default state when the module is powered on for the first time.
This state is persistent until changed by the host software.
Green: The module is powered on and is functioning correctly.
Amber: The module has some failure.

Remove and Install Network Interface Modules

Keep the following tools and equipment while working with the Network Interface Modules (NIM)s:
• Number 1 Phillips screwdriver or a small flat-blade screwdriver
• ESD-preventive wrist strap

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Remove the Network Interface Module

Step 1 Shut down the electrical power to the slot in the device, turn off the electrical power to the device.
Leave the power cable plugged-in to channel ESD voltages to ground.

Step 2 Remove all network cables from the rear panel of the device. Using a number 1 Phillips screwdriver,
loosen the captive screws on the network interface module.

Step 3 Slide the network interface module out.

Step 4 If you are not replacing the module, install a blank faceplate over the empty slot to ensure proper air
flow.

Install the Cisco Catalyst Network Interface Modules

Step 1 Shut down the electrical power to the slot in the router by turning off the electrical power to the router.
Leave the power cable plugged in to channel ESD voltages to ground.

Step 2 Remove all network cables from the rear panel of the device.

Step 3 Remove the blank faceplates installed over the network interface module slot that you intend to use.

Note Save blank faceplates for future use.

Step 4 Align the module with the guides in the chassis walls or slot divider and slide it gently into the NIM
slot on the device.

Step 5 Push the module into place until you feel the edge connector seat securely into the connector on the
router backplane. The module faceplate should contact the chassis rear panel.

Step 6 Using a number 1 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the captive screws on the network interface module.

Step 7 Connect the module to the network and re-enable the power to the slot in the device.

Remove and Install Network Interface Modules Adapter

This section provides information for before and during the installation of the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter
for two Cisco network interface modules (NIMs) on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.

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Figure 73: Front Panel of Cisco Catalyst NIM Adapter

Description

1 LED: EN
Off: Device power is off, or the adapter has not yet started. (It may take several seconds for the
adapter to start after the router is powered on.)
Green, solid: Powered on and functioning normally.
Amber, solid: Module has some type of failure.

2 NIM slots

Remove the Network Interface Module Adapter

Before You Begin
• Read the safety warnings section before beginning this procedure.
• The Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter is considered "hot swappable." Removing the adapter does not require
powering off the device.
• When preparing to remove the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter, first remove any installed NIMs, and then
remove the adapter.

Procedure
To remove the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter from a service module (SM) slot on a Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms:
Step 1 Locate the NIM adapter to be removed. Using a number 1 Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver, unscrew
the captive mounting screws on the module faceplate.

Step 2 Pull the NIM adapter out of the chassis.

Step 3 Align the module with the guides in the chassis walls or slot divider and slide it gently into the NIM
slot on the device.

Step 4 Place the NIM adapter in an antistatic bag to protect it from electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage.

Step 5 Install a blank faceplate over the empty slot to ensure proper air flow.

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Install Network Interface Module Adapter

Before You Begin
• Read the safety warnings section before beginning this procedure.
• The Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter is considered 'hot swappable'. Installing the adapter does not require
powering off the device.
• Do not install network interface modules (NIMs) into the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter before installing
the adapter in the chassis.
• When preparing to remove the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter, first remove any installed NIMs, then remove
the adapter.

Procedure
To install the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter into a service module (SM) slot on a Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms:
1. Remove the blank faceplate installed over one of the device SM slots. The position of the slots depends
on the platform's form factor: 1 rack unit (RU) or 2 RU, as shown below.

Note Save blank faceplates for future use.

Figure 74: Cisco Catalyst SM-NIM Adapter on C8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

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Figure 75: Cisco Catalyst SM-NIM Adapter in C8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

Description

1 Chassis

2 Cisco C-SM-NIM adapter

2. Align the Catalyst NIM adapter with the guides in the chassis walls or slot divider and slide it gently into
a service module (SM) slot on the router.
3. Push the Catalyst NIM adapter into place until you feel the edge connector seat securely into the connector
on the router backplane. The faceplate should contact the chassis rear panel.
4. Using a number 1 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the captive screws on the network interface module.
5. Check the LED on the Catalyst NIM adapter and confirm proper operation.

Note A solid green LED indicates that the Catalyst NIM adapter is correctly inserted. It may take several seconds
for the adapter to start before the LED is solid green.

6. (Optional) Install either one or two network interface modules into the Catalyst NIM adapter after it has
been installed in the chassis. Follow the instructions for installing the NIM.

Install Network Interface Modules in the NIM Adapter

The Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter provides two network interface module (NIM) slots. To install a NIM into
the adapter, follow the instructions for the NIM.

Note • Install the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter into the router chassis before installing any NIMs into the adapter.
• Before removing the Cisco Catalyst NIM adapter from the chassis, first remove any NIMs that have been
installed into the adapter.

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Install Cisco Catalyst Service Module
This section describes how to install the Cisco Catalyst Service Modules on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series
Edge Platforms. The service modules supported on the on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms are:
• C-SM-16P4M2X
• C-SM-40P8M2X

For additional information on the supported SMs, see the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms' datasheet
on cisco.com.

Note • Only one service module is supported within a single chassis at a time
• Reload the system when you need to switch between the switching modes
• You can perform online insertion and removal of the modules. After installing the service module, you
must reload the system to enable and activate the next-generation switching feature set.

• Prepare for Installation, on page 101

• Equipment That You Need, on page 101
• Remove the Cisco Catalyst Service Module, on page 102
• Install a Cisco Catalyst Service Module, on page 102

Prepare for Installation

The following sections describe safety warnings, general maintenance guidelines, and safety recommendations
that you must read before installing and using the service module:

Equipment That You Need

• Ratcheting torque screwdriver with a number-2 Phillips head that exerts a maximum of 15 pound-force
inches (lbf-in.) of pressure
• Wire-stripping tools

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• 12-gauge copper ground wire (insulated or not) for the single-hole ground connection
• Single-hole ground lug and screw (included in the accessory kit)
• Four leads of 14-gauge copper wire

Remove the Cisco Catalyst Service Module

To remove the service modules from the chassis, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 Locate the service module(s) to be removed
Step 3 Unscrew the captive mounting screws on the module faceplate using a number 1 Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 4 Pull the module out of the chassis.
Step 5 For the module, keep the latches in open position and pull the module out of the chassis.
Step 6 Place the service module in an antistatic bag to protect it from electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage.

Install a Cisco Catalyst Service Module

This section describes how to install the service modules.

Note For illustration purposes, we have used images of Cisco C-SM-X-16P4M2X and C-SM-X-40P8M2X.

After the device boots up, insert either C-SM-X-16P4M2X or the C-SM-X-40P8M2X module into the slot
of the chassis. A system message displays: : Jun 10 13:58:14.367 CST:
%IOMD-3-UNSUPPORTED_NGSWITCH: R0/0: iomd:
The message denotes that the system is in legacy switching mode. For the legacy switching mode to take
effect, you need to reload the slot 1 bay 0 of the switch module for the SM-X-16P4M2X service module.
Also, you need to reload the device to get the module working.

Caution Always wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD)-preventive wrist strap and ensure that it makes good contact
with your skin when you install or remove the C-SM-X-16P4M2X or C-SM-X-40P8M2X service module.
Connect the equipment end of the wrist strap to the metal part of the chassis.

Caution Handle your service modules only by their edges. Service modules are ESD-sensitive components and can
be damaged by mishandling.

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Figure 76: Front panel of the Double-wide Service module

1 GE copper port 3 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ port

2 MultiGiagabitEthernet ports (2.5G)

Figure 77: Front panel of the Single-wide Service Module

1 GE copper port 3 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ port

2 2.5G mGiG copper port

To install a service module on your device, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings before you perform any module replacement.
Step 2 For the module, remove the blank faceplate installed over the slot you intend to use.
Step 3 For the module, remove both the blank faceplates and the divider installed over the slot you intend to use.
Note A single-wide service module that it can be inserted into one service mode slot. However, the port of a
double-wide service module (C-SM-X-40G8M2X) requires two slots to install it side-by-side.

Step 4 With the service module, push the module into place until you feel the edge connector seat securely into the connector
on the backplane. The module faceplate should contact to the chassis panel.
Step 5 For the double-wide service module-C-SM-X-40P8M2X, keep the latches in open position before inserting the module.
The latches assist to fully insert the module before securing the screws.
Step 6 Using a number 1 Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver, tighten the captive mounting screws on the module faceplate.

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Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module
This section provides information before and during the installation of Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface
Module (PIM) on the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms.
For additional information on the supported NIMs, see the Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Platforms' datasheet
on cisco.com for a list of supported PIMs on the platforms.
Figure 78: PIuggable Interface Module in a Cisco 8300-1N1S-4T2X|6T

1 Pluggable interface
module

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Figure 79: PIuggable Interface Module in a Cisco 8300-2N2S-4T2X|6T

1 Pluggable interface
module

• Safety Recommendations, on page 106

• Tools and Equipment Required During Installation, on page 107
• Remove Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module, on page 107
• Install a Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module, on page 107
• Configuring a Pluggable Interface Module, on page 108
• RF Band Mapping for Antenna Ports (For P-5GS6-GL only), on page 110
• Attaching the Antennas, on page 111

Safety Recommendations
To prevent hazardous conditions, follow these safety recommendations while working with this equipment:
• Keep tools away from walk areas where you or others could fall over them.
• Do not wear loose clothing around the router. Fasten your tie or scarf and roll up your sleeves to prevent
clothing from being caught in the chassis.
• Wear safety glasses when working under any conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.
• Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before you start working. If an electrical accident
occurs, shut the power off.
• Before working on the router, turn off the power and unplug the power cord.
• Disconnect all power sources before doing the following:
• Installing or removing a router chassis
• Working near power supplies

• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.

• Always check that power is disconnected from a circuit.

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• Remove possible hazards from your work area, such as damp floors, ungrounded power extension cables,
or missing safety grounds.
• If an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:
• Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
• Turn off power to the room using the emergency power-off switch.
• Determine the condition of the victim and send another person to get medical aid or call for help.
• Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate
action.

Tools and Equipment Required During Installation

You will need the following tools and equipment while working with the Cisco C-NIM-1X NIM:
• Number 1 Phillips screwdriver or a small flat-blade screwdriver
• ESD-preventive wrist strap

Remove Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module

To remove a PIM, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings before you perform any task.
Step 2 Power down the unit and remove power from the power supplies.
Step 3 Loosen the Phillips head screw on the module faceplate, and then pull out the module by gripping the screw.

Install a Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module

To install a PIM, perform these steps:

Step 1 Read the Safety Warnings before you perform any task.
Step 2 Power down the unit and remove power from the power supplies.
Step 3 If there is a filler faceplate blank in the PIM slot, loosen the Phillips head screw and remove the blank.
Step 4 Push the module into the slot until you feel the edge connector seat into the connector on the backplane. The module
faceplate should contact the chassis panel.
Step 5 Tighten the Phillips head screw on the module faceplate.
Step 6 The device may now be powered on.

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Figure 80: 5G Pluggable Interface Module - P-5GS6-GL

1 PID

2 Antenna 1 (SMA)

3 GPS (SMA)

4 Antenna 3 (SMA, reception only)

5 Antenna 0 (SMA)

6 Antenna 2 (SMA)

7 Enable LED

8 SIM 0 LED

9 SIM 1 LED

01 GPS LED

11 M3.5 thumb-screw

21 Service LED

Configuring a Pluggable Interface Module

To insert the antenna in the Pluggable Interface Module, perform the below steps:

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Figure 81: Attaching the Antennas

Step 1 Use your thumb and index finger to insert and tighten antenna 1 and antenna 3 in the middle antenna attachment slots as
indicated in the figure.
Note While installing the antennas, first install antenna 1 and antenna 3 (this instruction is for the two antenna
attachments present in the middle) and secure it completely. If you install antenna 2 and antenna 0 first (this
refers to the first and the last antenna attachments), there will be less space to insert your thumb and index
finger and therefore you may not be able to secure antenna 1 and 3.

Step 2 Insert antenna 2 and antenna 0 in the first and last antenna attachment slots.
Step 3 After installing the antennas, adjust the antenna orientation by spacing out each of them equally until they are spread out.
This is important as it helps in getting higher RF performance.

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RF Band Mapping for Antenna Ports (For P-5GS6-GL only)

The following table lists the RF band mapping for antenna ports.

RF Band Mapping for Antenna Ports:

Antenna Technology TX RX
Port

ANT 0 3G B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19
WDCMA B19

LTE B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17,
B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32,
B20, B25, B26, B28, B30, B34, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48,
B38, B39, B40, B41, B66, B71 B66, B71

5G NR FR1 n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40,
n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71 n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79

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Antenna Technology TX RX
Port

ANT 1 3G - B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19
WDCMA

LTE B5, B20, B42, B43, B48, B71 B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17,
B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32,
B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48,
B66, B71

5G NR FR1 n5, n48, n77, n78, n79 n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40,
n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79

ANT 2 3G - -
WDCMA

LTE B1, B2, B3, B4, B7, B41, B66 B1, B2, B3, B4, B7, B25, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39,
B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66

5G NR FR1 n1, n2, n3, n7, n25, n41, n66, n1, n2, n3, n7, n25, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77,
n77, n78, n79 n78, n79

ANT 3 3G - -
WDCMA

LTE - B1, B2, B3, B4, B7, B25, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39,
B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66

5G NR FR1 - n1, n2, n3, n7, n25, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77,
n78, n79

Attaching the Antennas

To attach the antenna in the Pluggable Interface Module, perform the below steps:

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Figure 82: Attaching 5G NR Antenna (5G-ANTM-O4-B) to P-5GS6-GL PIM

Note 5G NR Antenna (5G-ANTM-04-B) is supported on both P-LTEAP18-GL and P-5GS6-GL PIMs.

1. Attach each SMA cable to the ports as indicated in the table mappings.
2. Ensure that you tighten and secure each SMA cable into the SMA connector on the PIM.

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Table 13: Port Mappings for 5G-ANTM-0-4-B on P-5GS6-GL and P-LTEAP18-GL PIMs

5G-ANTM-O-4-B P-LTEAP18-GL P-5GS6-GL

MAIN 0 Main 0 ANT 0

(LTE1)

MAIN 1 Main 1 ANT 1

(LTE3)

DIV 0 (LTE2) DIV 0 ANT 2

DIV 1 (LTE4) DIV 1 ANT 3

GNSS No GPS
connection

The following link contains the antenna specifications and installation instructions for 5G NR
(5G-ANTM-O-4-B):
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/routers/connectedgrid/antennas/installing-combined/
b-cisco-industrial-routers-and-industrial-wireless-access-points-antenna-guide/m-5g-antm-04b.html#Cisco_
Generic_Topic.dita_e780a6fe-fa46-4a00-bd9d-1c6a98b7bcb9

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Online Insertion and Removal and Hot-Swapping
The online insertion and removal (OIR) operation lets you replace faulty data and voice modules without
affecting system operations. The OIR is similar to hot-swapping. OIR commands are issued before removing
and after installing a module. When performing OIR, use an identical module to replace an original one. If
you need to perform the OIR operation on multiple modules within a router, perform the operation one module
at a time.
The difference between hot-swapping and OIR is that OIR requires executing Cisco IOS commands before
and after the OIR. Hot-swapping is strictly a hardware function and does not require the execution commands.
Not all router components or modules use OIR, or can be hot swapped.
The following components use OIR in the routers:
• Service Modules (SMs)
• Network Interface Modules (NIMs)
• SFPs
• USB devices

The following components can be hot swapped:

• Fan tray
• Power supply: only when the router is backed up with an optional PSU

Requirement
To issue OIR commands, you must keep the module that is to be replaced in EnergyWise full-power mode.
If the module is in EnergyWise power-saving or shutdown mode, you cannot issue OIR commands, and you
cannot, therefore, remove the module.
• OIR Procedures, on page 115

OIR Procedures
The following procedures describe using the OIR process to remove and replace NIMs and SMs.

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Remove a Module

Remove a Module
From a console terminal run the hw-module subslot subslot stop command. The service module adapter
LED blinks, turns off, and the console displays a prompt signaling the module can be removed. See the
following output:

Device# hw-module subslot 2/0 stop

Proceed with stop of module? [confirm]
damo-O2#
*Mar 22 20:43:31.088: %SPA_OIR-6-OFFLINECARD: SPA (SM-X-1T3/E3) offline in subslot 2/0
*Mar 22 20:43:31.088: %IOSXE_OIR-6-SOFT_STOPSPA: SPA(SM-X-1T3/E3) stopped in subslot 2/0,
interfaces disabled
Device# show hw-module subslot 2/0 oir
Module Model Operational Status
------------- -------------------- ------------------------
subslot 2/0 SM-X-1T3/E3 stopped

Insert a Module
You require to run this step only if you run the oir-stop command when the module is not physically removed
from the slot. If the module is physically removed, you do not require to run this command.
From a console terminal issue the hw-module sm {slot} oir-start command. The console displays output that
shows the module change states:
Device# hw-module sm 2 oir-start
Device#
*Nov 11 21:06:17.546: %ATMOC3POM-6-SFP_IN: Interface ATM2/0 OC3 MM SFP has been inserted.
Router#
*Nov 11 21:06:19.442: %LINK-3-UPDOWN: Interface ATM2/0, changed state to up
*Nov 11 21:06:20.442: %LINEPROTO-5-UPDOWN: Line protocol on Interface ATM2/0, changed state
to up

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