1. Hardware Installation and Maintenance Guide
  2. System Installation
  3. Ground and Power Cable Installation
  4. AC Power Cord Installation

AC Power Cord Installation

This section describes how to install an AC power cord.

Note:

Use a 15 Amp fused circuit for each AC power supply.

Important: This equipment is intended for installation in locations where National Electrical Code (NEC) applies.

To install the two AC powers cords in the Acme Packet 6300/6350:

  1. Locate the two AC power cords shipped with your Acme Packet 6300/6350. Choose one power supply to work on first.
  2. Connect one power cord to the AC power supply by inserting the 3-lead IEC-320 plug into the IEC connector located on the power supply.
    This picture shows the AC power supplies inserted in the rear of the chassis.

    Acme Packet 6300/6350 Power Supplies

  3. Connect the other power cord to the AC power supply by inserting the 3-lead IEC-320 plug into the IEC connector located on the power supply.
  4. Route the AC power cords through your rack and cabling system to the power outlets.
  5. Plug the supply end of each power cord into its own circuit.
  6. There is no ON/OFF switch on these power supplies. When you plug them in the power is on and the system will start to boot.

    Note:

    To remove AC power cables from the Acme Packet 6300/6350 reverse the previous procedure.