Cisco VG310 Instruction Manual

Installing the Cisco VG310 and Cisco VG320 Voice
Gateways
This document describes how to install and connect Cisco VG310 and Cisco VG320 voice gateways to LAN,
WAN, and voice networks. The following sections are included:
•Safety Recommendations, on page 1
•General Safety Practices, on page 3
•Safety Tips, on page 4
•Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage, on page 4
•What You Need to Know, on page 5
•Before You Begin, on page 5
•Unpacking and Inspecting, on page 5
•Mounting the Chassis, on page 5
•Connecting Power, on page 13
•Connecting to a Console Terminal or Modem, on page 17
•Connecting a Gigabit Ethernet Port to a Gigabit Ethernet Switch, on page 19
•Ports and Cabling, on page 19
•Voice Cables, on page 20
•Ports, Connectors, and Pinouts, on page 22
•Remote Terminal Connections (If Applicable), on page 23
•Removing and Installing a CompactFlash Memory Card, on page 24
Safety Recommendations
The following information is included to alert you about safety recommendations and best practices to be
followed when working with this equipment.
Maintaining Safety with Electricity
Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity.
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When installing the product, please use the provided or designated connection cables/power cables/AC
adaptors/batteries. 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" or "CSA" shown on the
cord), not regulated with the subject law by showing "PSE" on the cord, for any other electrical devices than
products designated by CISCO. Statement 371
Warning
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Statement
1001
Warning
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective device is rated not greater than 120 V, 15 A or 240 V, 16 A for the Circuit Breaker. Statement 1005
Warning
Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008
Warning
There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Statement 1015
Warning
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. Use caution when connecting cables. Statement 1021
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
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
Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Statement 1035
Warning
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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface. Statement 1037
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
Warning
Before opening the unit, disconnect the telephone-network cables to avoid contact with telephone-network
voltages. Statement 1041
Warning
This equipment contains a ring signal generator (ringer), which is a source of hazardous voltage. Do not touch
the RJ-11 (phone) port wires (conductors), the conductors of a cable connected to the RJ-11 port, or the
associated circuit-board when the ringer is active. The ringer is activated by an incoming call. Statement 1042
Warning
For diverging beams, viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments within a distance of 100 mm
may harm your eyes. For collimated beams, viewing the laser output with certain optical instruments designed
for use at a distance may harm your eyes. Statement 1054
Warning
Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
Warning
General Safety Practices
Follow these guidelines to ensure personal safety and protect the equipment:
• Keep the area around the chassis clear of obstacles and free from dust during and after installation.
• If you remove a chassis during installation and maintenance, place the chassis cover in a safe place.
• Keep tools away from walk areas to prevent hazards such as slips, trips, and falls.
• Do not wear loose clothing that may get caught in the chassis.
• Wear safety glasses if you are working under conditions that might be hazardous to the eyes.
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This equipment must be installed and maintained by service personnel as defined by AS/NZS 3260. Incorrectly
connecting this equipment to a general-purpose outlet could be hazardous. The telecommunications lines must
be disconnected 1) before unplugging the main power connector or 2) while the housing is open, or both.
Statement 1043
Warning
Safety Tips
Use these tips as safety guidelines when installing and working around this equipment:
• Locate the emergency power off switch for the room in which you are working in order to be able to
quickly turn off power, if an electrical accident occurs.
• Disconnect all power before installing or removing a chassis.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check.
• Look carefully for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension
cables, and missing safety grounds.
• If an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:
• Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
• Turn off power to the system.
• 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, and then take
appropriate action.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when removing and replacing components. These procedures
include:
• Ensure that the chassis is electrically connected to earth ground.
• Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good skin contact.
• Connect a clip to the ESD-strap connection jack (to the left of the power switch on the rear of the chassis)
or to an unpainted chassis frame surface.
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 МΩ and
10 МΩ.
Caution
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Safety Tips

What You Need to Know
Slot and Port Numbers
Cisco VG310 and Cisco VG320 have built in ports and slots to accommodate modules and interface cards
that include the Enhanced High-Speed WAN Interface Card (EHWIC) and the Packet Voice and Data Module
(PVDM3). For information on slot and port numbering, see Interfaces and Service Capabilities.
Before You Begin
Read the Safety Recommendations before installing and connecting Cisco VG310 or Cisco VG320.
Unpacking and Inspecting
Do not unpack the voice gateway until you are ready to install it. If the installation site is not ready, keep the
chassis in its shipping container to prevent accidental damage.
The voice gateway, cables, printed publications, and any optional equipment you ordered might be shipped
in more than one container. When you unpack each shipping container, check the packing list to ensure that
you have received all the following items:
• The Cisco VG310 or Cisco VG320 Analog Voice Gateway
• Power cord, 6 foot (1.8 m)
• RJ-45-to-DB-25 adapter cable (labeled Console)
• RJ-45-to-DB-9 adapter cable (labeled Auxiliary)
• Rack-mounting brackets for 19-inch rack (one pair) with screws for attaching to chassis
• Chassis guard for wall-mounting applications
• Grounding lug and fasteners
Inspect all items for shipping damage. If anything appears damaged, or if you encounter problems when
installing or configuring your system, contact Cisco customer service representative. (See Obtaining Technical
Assistance.)
Mounting the Chassis
There are three methods of installing the chassis:
•Mounting the Chassis on a Rack, on page 6
•Mounting the Chassis on a Wall, on page 8
•Installing the Voice Gateway on a Bench, on page 10
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Mounting Screws
Two types of mounting screws are provided in separate packages to attach the mounting brackets to the chassis.
Take care to use the correct screw type and washers for the required mounting option (rack mounting or wall
mounting). The following table shows the differences between rack-mounting and wall-mounting screws.
Table 1: Difference Between Rack-Mounting and Wall-Mounting Screws
Wall-Mounting ScrewsRack-Mounting Screws
Four 6–32 slotted hexagonal head screws (two per
bracket) and four plastic washers
Eight countersunk Phillips head screws (four per
bracket)
Washers are requiredWashers are not required
Mounting the Chassis on a Rack
To mount the chassis on a rack:
Before you begin
Your chassis ships with a pair of brackets and mounting screws for use with a 19-inch rack. For information
about the mounting screws that you must use, see Mounting Screws, on page 6.
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:
• If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the
unit in the rack. Statement 1006
• The unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
•When mounting the 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.
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
Take care when connecting units to the supply circuit so that wiring is not overloaded. Statement 1018
Warning
To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended
ambient temperature of: 40 °C (104 °F). Statement 1047
Warning
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Mounting Screws

If installed on enclosed racks, the racks must have adequate ventilation. An enclosed rack should never be
overcrowded and should have louvers and a fan.
Caution
If the Cisco VG310 or Cisco VG320 is installed in an enclosed rack with a ventilation fan at the top, make
sure that heated air drawn upward from other equipment does not pass through the Cisco VG310 or Cisco
VG320 chassis.
If the chassis is installed using slide rails, check for blocked ventilation ports when it is in position in the rack
or cabinet. Make sure that the ventilation ports of the chassis are not blocked.
Baffles can help isolate exhaust air from intake air. Baffles also help draw cooling air through the cabinet.
The best location for the baffles depends on the airflow patterns in the rack. You can test the airflow by
experimenting with different equipment arrangements.
Tip
Machine screws for securing the chassis in a rack are not included in the package. You must arrange for
machine screws of the appropriate size required by your rack.
Note
Procedure
Step 1 Attach the long leg of the mounting brackets to the chassis.
Figure 1: Attaching the Brackets to a Chassis (For 19-Inch Rack)
Figure 2: Attaching the Brackets to a Chassis (For Telco 19-Inch Rack)
Step 2 Position the chassis on the rack to align the holes on the short leg of the bracket with the appropriate holes
on the 19-inch rack.
Step 3 Using the machine screws (not supplied), attach the bracket to the rack to secure the chassis in the rack. (See
the following figure.)
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Mounting the Chassis on a Rack

Figure 3: Attaching the Chassis to the 19-Inch Rack
Mounting the Chassis on a Wall
Before you begin
This unit is intended to be mounted on a wall. Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning
installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous
situation to people and damage to the system. Statement 248
Warning
Ensure that the chassis is oriented with the back panel connectors aligned sideways and not facing vertically
upward or downward.
Caution
Two types of mounting screws are provided in separate packages to attach the mounting brackets to the chassis.
Take care to use the correct screw type and washers for the required mounting option (rack mounting or wall
mounting). For more information, see Mounting Screws, on page 6.
Caution
You must arrange for the fasteners required to install the chassis on a wall. These fasteners are not included
in the package. We recommend that you select the fasteners that are appropriate for the material the wall is
made of.
Note
To mount the chassis on a wall:
Procedure
Step 1 Attach the short leg of one bracket to the chassis, using two 6-32 × 1/4 slotted hex screws (provided). Use a
plastic washer (provided) with each screw, with the narrow end of the washer fitting into the bracket slot, and
facing the chassis.
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Figure 4: Attaching the Brackets for Wall Mounting
Step 2 Attach the second bracket to the opposite side of the chassis.
Step 3 Orient the chassis to ensure that the back panel with connectors faces sideways.
Vertical orientation of the chassis with the back panel connectors facing up or down is not
recommended.
Note
Step 4 Secure the long legs of the brackets to the wall with fasteners that are appropriate for the material that wall
is made of:
a) To hold the unit in place for easy installation, install a starter screw in the wall, and hook the bracket
keyhole over the screw.
b) Secure both brackets to the wall using the fasteners (not supplied).
To attach the brackets to a wall stud, each bracket requires two #10 wood screws (round-head or
pan-head) with #10 washers, or two #10 washer-head screws. The screws must be long enough to
penetrate at least 3/4 inch (20 mm) into the supporting wood or metal wall stud.
Note
For hollow-wall mounting, each bracket requires two wall anchors with washers. Wall anchors and
washers must be #10.
Note
Figure 5: Mounting the Chassis on a Wall
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Keyhole for starter screw4Bracket2
Installing the Voice Gateway on a Bench
Do not plug this unit into an AC outlet that does not have a UL-certified receptacle that is properly tied to the
building ground.
Caution
If the unit is placed on a bench top, do not stack other equipment or paper on the chassis. Provide plenty of
space for air circulation (front to back). Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating and damage.
Caution
Ensure that a suitable AC power outlet is available.
Note
1. Place the four rubber feet (from the accessory kit) in the four indentations on the underside of the chassis.
This facilitates proper airflow through and around the chassis.
2. Place the unit on a smooth, flat surface.
Installing the Ground Connection
To ground the Cisco VG310 or Cisco VG320 chassis, follow this procedure:
Before you begin
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
Use copper conductors only. Statement 1025
Warning
You must connect the chassis to a reliable earth ground; the ground wire must be installed in accordance with
local electrical safety standards.
•For NEC-compliant grounding, use size AWG 14 (2 mm2) or larger wire and an appropriate user-supplied
ring terminal.
• For EN/IEC 60950-compliant grounding, use size AWG 18 (1 mm2) or larger wire and an appropriate
user-supplied ring terminal.
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