Installation Guide

FibeAir® IP-20N

March 2019 | Rev E.07

Part ID: BM-0283-0 | Doc ID: DOC-00040492
© Copyright 2019 by Ceragon Networks Ltd. All rights reserved.
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Other names mentioned in this publication are owned by their respective holders.

Statement of Conditions
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Ceragon Networks Ltd. shall
not be liable for errors contained herein or for damage in connection with the furnishing, performance, or
use of this document or equipment supplied with it.

Open Source Statement

The Product may use open source software, among them O/S software released under the GPL or GPL alike
license ("Open Source License"). Inasmuch that such software is being used, it is released under the Open
Source License, accordingly. The complete list of the software being used in this product including their
respective license and the aforementioned public available changes is accessible at:
Network element site: ftp://ne-open-source.license-system.com
NMS site: ftp://nms-open-source.license-system.com/

Information to User
Any changes or modifications of equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment and the warranty for such equipment.

Intended Use/Limitation
Fixed point-to-point radio links for private networks.

Authorized to Use
Only entities with individual authorization from the National Regulator to operate the mentioned radio
equipment.
The equipment can be used in the following EU countries:
Austria (AT) - Belgium (BE) - Bulgaria (BG) - Switzerland/Liechtenstein (CH) - Cyprus (CY) - Czech Republic (CZ)
- Germany (DE) – Denmark (DK) - Estonia (EE) - Finland (FI) - France (FR) -Greece (GR) - Hungary (HU) -
Ireland (IE) – Iceland (IS) – Italy (IT) – Lithuania (LT) - Luxembourg (LU) – Latvia (LV) - Malta (MT) -
Netherlands (NL) - Norway (NO) - Portugal (PT) - Romania (RO) - Sweden (SE) - Slovenia (SI) - Slovak Republic
(SK) – United Kingdom (UK) – Spain (SP) – Poland (PL)

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Table of Contents
1. FibeAir IP-20N Hardware Overview ......................................................................... 15
1.1 Chassis Slots and Card Population Guidelines ........................................................................... 16
1.1.1 TCC GbE Interface Limitations.................................................................................................... 17
1.1.2 Adjacent Pair Guidelines ............................................................................................................ 17
1.1.3 Slot Sections and 2.5 Gbps Mode .............................................................................................. 18
1.1.4 Additional Slot Guidelines .......................................................................................................... 19
1.2 Traffic Control Card (TCC) .......................................................................................................... 21
1.2.1 TCC GbE Interface Limitations.................................................................................................... 23
1.3 Radio Interface Cards (RIC) ........................................................................................................ 24
1.4 Radio Interface Cards (RMCs) .................................................................................................... 26
1.5 Ethernet Line Interface Cards .................................................................................................... 27
1.5.1 LIC-X-E4-Elec .............................................................................................................................. 27
1.5.2 LIC-X-E4-Opt ............................................................................................................................... 28
1.5.3 LIC-X-E10 .................................................................................................................................... 29
1.6 TDM Line Interface Cards ........................................................................................................... 30
1.6.1 LIC-T16 (16 x E1) Line Interface Card ......................................................................................... 30
1.6.2 LIC-T155 Line Interface Card ...................................................................................................... 31
1.6.3 LIC-STM1/OC3-RST Line Interface Card ..................................................................................... 31
1.7 Power Distribution Card (PDC) ................................................................................................... 31
1.8 Fans Module .............................................................................................................................. 33
1.9 Filter Tray Overview ................................................................................................................... 33
1.10 FibeAir IP-20 Assured Platform .................................................................................................. 34

2. Preparing for Installation......................................................................................... 35

2.1 Inspection .................................................................................................................................. 35
2.2 Transportation/Storage ............................................................................................................. 35
2.3 Unpacking Equipment at the Site .............................................................................................. 35
2.4 Verifying Initial Hardware Configuration ................................................................................... 36
2.5 Ensuring Proper Clearance for Air Flow around the IDU ........................................................... 38

3. Installing the Chassis ............................................................................................... 39

3.1 Required Tools for Chassis Installation ...................................................................................... 39
3.2 Mounting the Chassis in the Rack .............................................................................................. 39
3.2.1 Standard Mount to Front Mount Conversion ............................................................................ 42
3.3 Grounding the Chassis ............................................................................................................... 44
3.4 Replacing the Chassis ................................................................................................................. 45
3.5 Installing an IVM ........................................................................................................................ 46
3.6 Replacing an IVM ....................................................................................................................... 47

4. Installing and Replacing Cards in the Chassis ............................................................ 48

4.1 TCC Installation and Replacement ............................................................................................. 48

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4.1.1 Inserting the SD Card in the TCC ................................................................................................ 48

4.1.2 Inserting a TCC in the Chassis .................................................................................................... 50
4.1.3 Replacing a TCC .......................................................................................................................... 51
4.2 RMC and RIC-D Installation and Replacement ........................................................................... 53
4.2.1 Inserting an RMC or RIC-D into the Chassis ............................................................................... 53
4.2.2 Removing an RMC or RIC-D........................................................................................................ 56
4.3 Ethernet and TDM LIC Installation and Replacement ................................................................ 57
4.3.1 Inserting a LIC into the Chassis .................................................................................................. 57
4.3.2 Removing a LIC ........................................................................................................................... 60
4.4 PDC Installation and Replacement ............................................................................................. 61
4.4.1 Order of Installation ................................................................................................................... 61
4.4.2 Installing a PDC .......................................................................................................................... 61
4.4.3 Replacing the PDC ...................................................................................................................... 62
4.5 Installing and Replacing the Fans Drawer .................................................................................. 63
4.5.1 Installing the Fans Drawer ......................................................................................................... 63
4.5.2 Replacing the Fans Drawer ........................................................................................................ 64
4.6 Installing and Replacing a Filter Unit.......................................................................................... 65
4.6.1 Installing the Filter Unit ............................................................................................................. 65
4.6.2 Removing the Filter Foam .......................................................................................................... 67

5. Installing Blank Panels............................................................................................. 69

6. Connecting the Power Cable .................................................................................... 70
6.1 For a 2RU Chassis ....................................................................................................................... 71
6.2 For a 1RU Chassis ....................................................................................................................... 72
6.3 Power Supply Notes ................................................................................................................... 73

7. IDU-RFU Cable Connection ...................................................................................... 75

8. Performing Initial Configuration .............................................................................. 76

8.1 Establishing a Connection .......................................................................................................... 76
8.1.1 Connecting to the Unit with a Serial Connection ....................................................................... 76
8.1.2 Connecting to the Unit with a LAN Connection ......................................................................... 77
8.2 Logging On ................................................................................................................................. 78
8.3 Changing Your Password ............................................................................................................ 79
8.4 Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 80
8.5 Applying a Pre-Defined Configuration File ................................................................................. 81

9. Interfaces and Pin-Outs ........................................................................................... 83

9.1 TCC Interfaces and Pin-Outs ...................................................................................................... 83
9.2 Ethernet Line Card Interfaces and Pin-Outs............................................................................... 85
9.3 RIC-D Interfaces and Pin-Outs .................................................................................................... 85
9.4 TDM LIC-T16 (16 x E1) ................................................................................................................ 85
9.5 TDM LIC-T155 (1 x ch-STM-1) .................................................................................................... 88

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10. Specifications.......................................................................................................... 89
10.1 Environmental Specifications for IDU ........................................................................................ 89
10.2 Environmental Specifications for RFU ........................................................................................ 89
10.3 Mechanical Specifications .......................................................................................................... 90
10.4 Power Consumption Specifications ........................................................................................... 91

11. Acceptance & Commissioning Procedures ................................................................ 92

11.1 Site Acceptance Procedure ........................................................................................................ 93
11.2 Site Acceptance Checklist Notes ................................................................................................ 96
11.3 Radio Link Commissioning Procedure ........................................................................................ 98
11.3.1 Scope .......................................................................................................................................... 98
11.3.2 Commissioning Test ................................................................................................................... 98
11.4 IP-20N Commissioning Log ........................................................................................................ 99

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List of Figures
Figure 1: 1RU Chassis Slot Numbering .................................................................................... 16
Figure 2: 2RU Chassis Slot Numbering .................................................................................... 16
Figure 3: 1RU Chassis – Slot Sections ...................................................................................... 18
Figure 4: 2RU Chassis – Slot Sections ...................................................................................... 19
Figure 5: TCC-B and TCC-B-MC Interfaces ............................................................................... 21
Figure 6: TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC Interfaces ..................................................................... 22
Figure 7: TCC-B2/TCC-B2-XG-MC Management Interface Pin Connections ........................... 22
Figure 8: RIC-D ......................................................................................................................... 24
Figure 9: RIC-D Interfaces........................................................................................................ 25
Figure 10: RMC Detailed View................................................................................................. 26
Figure 11: LIC-X-E4-Elec Detailed View ................................................................................... 27
Figure 12: LIC-X-E4-Opt Detailed View .................................................................................... 28
Figure 13: LIC-X-E10 Detailed View ......................................................................................... 29
Figure 14: LIC-T16 Detailed View ............................................................................................ 30
Figure 15: LIC-T155 Detailed View .......................................................................................... 31
Figure 16: LIC-T155 Detailed View .......................................................................................... 31
Figure 17: Standard PDC Detailed View .................................................................................. 32
Figure 18: Dual-Feed PDC Detailed View ................................................................................ 32
Figure 19: Fans Module Detailed View ................................................................................... 33
Figure 20: Filter Tray Detailed View ........................................................................................ 33
Figure 21: 1RU IDU Chassis - Front View ................................................................................. 36
Figure 22: 1RU IDU Chassis - Rear View .................................................................................. 37
Figure 23: 2RU IDU Chassis - Front View ................................................................................. 37
Figure 24: 2RU IDU Chassis - Rear View .................................................................................. 37
Figure 25: IP-20N Air Flow....................................................................................................... 38
Figure 26: IP-20N Chassis Clearance ....................................................................................... 38
Figure 27: 1RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Front Mount ................................................................. 39
Figure 28: 2RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Front Mount ................................................................. 40
Figure 29: 1RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Standard Mount ........................................................... 40
Figure 30: 2RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Standard Mount ........................................................... 41
Figure 31: 1RU Chassis Grounding .......................................................................................... 44
Figure 32: 2RU Chassis Grounding .......................................................................................... 44
Figure 33: Installing an IVM, 1RU ............................................................................................ 46
Figure 34: Installing an IVM, 2RU ............................................................................................ 46

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Figure 35: Replacing an IVM, 1RU ........................................................................................... 47

Figure 36: Replacing an IVM, 2RU ........................................................................................... 47
Figure 37: TCC Package with SD Card...................................................................................... 48
Figure 38: Inserting an SD Card into a TCC.............................................................................. 49
Figure 39: SD Card Inserted in a TCC ....................................................................................... 49
Figure 40: RMC/RIC-D Ejectors – Locked ................................................................................ 54
Figure 41: RMC/RIC-D Ejectors – Unlocked............................................................................. 54
Figure 42: RMC/RIC-D Captive Screws .................................................................................... 55
Figure 43: LIC Ejectors – Unlocked .......................................................................................... 58
Figure 44: LIC Ejectors – Locked .............................................................................................. 58
Figure 45: Removing the SFP Cap from an LIC-X-E4-Elec ........................................................ 58
Figure 46: Removing the SFP Cap from an LIC-T155 ............................................................... 59
Figure 47: LIC Captive Screws.................................................................................................. 59
Figure 48: Blank Panel TCC ...................................................................................................... 69
Figure 49: Blank Panel PDC ..................................................................................................... 69
Figure 50: Blank Panel RMC/RIC/LIC ....................................................................................... 69
Figure 51: Installing a Blank Panel........................................................................................... 69
Figure 52: 2RU Chassis – PDC Polarity..................................................................................... 71
Figure 53: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis ....................................................... 71
Figure 54: Correct Wiring on a 1RU Chassis ............................................................................ 72
Figure 55: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis – Single-Feed PDC ......................... 72
Figure 56: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis – Dual-Feed PDC ........................... 73
Figure 57: Power Supply Grounding – 1RU Chassis with Dual-Feed PDU ............................... 73
Figure 58: Power Supply Grounding – 1RU Chassis with Single-Feed PDU............................. 74
Figure 59: Power Supply Grounding – 2RU Chassis ................................................................ 74
Figure 60: Terminal Interface on TCC-B and TCC-B-MC .......................................................... 76
Figure 61: Terminal Interface on TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC ................................................... 76
Figure 62: Management Interfaces on TCC-B and TCC-B-MC ................................................. 77
Figure 63: Management Interface on TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC ......................................... 77
Figure 64: Login Page .............................................................................................................. 78
Figure 65: Change User Password Page .................................................................................. 79
Figure 66: Quick Configuration – From File Page .................................................................... 81
Figure 67: Quick Configuration – From File Page – Configuration File Loaded....................... 82
Figure 68: Quick Configuration – From File Page – Configuration Status ............................... 82

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List of Tables
Table 1: Card Types Allowed Per Slot – 1RU ........................................................................... 16
Table 2: Card Types Allowed Per Slot – 2RU ........................................................................... 16
Table 3: Slot Limitations When Used with TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC .................................... 17
Table 4: Card Type Usage Per Section Capacity ...................................................................... 18
Table 5: Additional Slot Limitations with Multi-Carrier ABC ................................................... 20
Table 6: 2 x FE Splitter Cable Marketing Model ...................................................................... 22
Table 7: TCC Comparison Table............................................................................................... 23
Table 8: Slot Limitations When Used with TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC .................................... 23
Table 9: IDU-RFU Cable Connection ........................................................................................ 75
Table 10: GbE Port Pin-Outs .................................................................................................... 83
Table 11: Management Port Pin-Outs..................................................................................... 83
Table 12: Terminal Interface Pin-Outs .................................................................................... 83
Table 13: External Alarms Pin-Outs......................................................................................... 84
Table 14: Synchronization Interface Pin-Outs......................................................................... 84
Table 15: RIC-D RJ-45 Interface Pin-Outs ................................................................................ 85
Table 16: IDU Chassis Mechanical Specifications.................................................................... 90
Table 17: IDU Card and Tray Weights ..................................................................................... 90

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Safety Precautions & Declared Material

General Equipment Precautions

Use of controls, adjustments, or performing procedures other than those

! specified herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

When working with a FibeAir IDU, note the following risk of electric shock and
energy hazard: Disconnecting one power supply disconnects only one power
! supply module. To isolate the unit completely, disconnect all power supplies.

Machine noise information order - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure level
! amounts to 70 dB (A) or less, in accordance with ISO EN 7779.
Static electricity may cause body harm, as well as harm to electronic components
inside the device.
To prevent damage, before touching components inside the device, all
electrostatic must be discharged from both personnel and tools.

High Frequency Electromagnetic Fields!

Exposure to strong high frequency electromagnetic fields may cause thermal

damage to personnel. The eye (cornea and lens) is easily exposed.
Any unnecessary exposure is undesirable and should be avoided.
In radio-relay communication installations, ordinary setup for normal operation,
the general RF radiation level will be well below the safety limit.
! In the antennas and directly in front of them the RF intensity normally will exceed
the danger level, within limited portions of space.
Dangerous radiation may be found in the neighborhood of open waveguide
flanges or horns where the power is radiated into space.
To avoid dangerous radiation the following precautions must be taken:
• During work within and close to the front of the antenna; make sure that
transmitters will remain turned off.
• Before opening coaxial - or waveguide connectors carrying RF power, turn
off transmitters.
• Consider any incidentally open RF connector as carrying power, until
otherwise proved. Do not look into coaxial connectors at closer than reading
distance (30 cm). Do not look into an open waveguide unless you are
absolutely sure that the power is turned off.

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ESD

This equipment contains components which are sensitive to "ESD" (Electro Static
Discharge). Therefore, ESD protection measures must be observed when touching
the IDU.
Anyone responsible for the installation or maintenance of the FibeAir IDU must
use an ESD Wrist Strap.
Additional precautions include personnel grounding, grounding of work bench,
grounding of tools and instruments as well as transport and storage in special
antistatic bags and boxes.

Laser

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those

specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
The optical interface must only be serviced by qualified personnel, who are aware
of the hazards involved to repair laser products.
When handling laser products the following precautions must be taken:

• Never look directly into an open connector or optical cable.

• Before disconnecting an optical cable from the optical transmitter, the
power should be switched off. If this is not possible, the cable must be
disconnected from the transmitter before it is disconnected from the
receiver.
• When the cable is reconnected it must be connected to the receiver before it
is connected to the transmitter.

Special Requirements for North America

Grounding: This equipment is designed to permit connection between the

! earthed conductor of the DC supply circuit and the earthing conductor at the
equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Restricted Access Area: DC powered equipment should only be installed in a
Restricted Access Area.
Installation Codes: The equipment must be installed according to country national
electrical codes. For North America, equipment must be installed in accordance to
the US National Electrical Code, Articles 110-16, 110-17 and 110-18, and the
Canadian Electrical Code, Section 12.

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Overcurrent Protection: A readily accessible listed branch circuit overcurrent

protective device, rated 15 A, must be incorporated in the building wiring.
Grounded Supply System: The equipment shall be connected to a properly
grounded supply system. All equipment in the immediate vicinity shall be
grounded the same way, and shall not be grounded elsewhere.
Local Supply System: The DC supply system is to be local, i.e. within the same
premises as the equipment.
Disconnect Device: A disconnect device is not allowed in the grounded circuit
between the DC supply source and the frame/grounded circuit connection.

Special Requirements for Norway and Sweden:

! Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building installation

through the mains connection or through other equipment with a connection to
protective earthing – and to a cable distribution system using coaxial cable, may in
some circumstances create a fire hazard. Connection to a cable distribution
system has therefore to be provided through a device providing electrical isolation
below a certain frequency range (galvanic isolator, see EN 60728-11).
Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via annet
jordtilkoplet utstyr – og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan forårsake brannfare. For
å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en
galvanisk isolator mellom utstyret og kabel- TV nettet.
Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag och/eller via annan
utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV nät kan i vissa fall medfőra risk
főr brand. Főr att undvika detta skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV
nät galvanisk isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet.

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Précautions générales relatives à l'équipement

L’utilisation de commandes ou de réglages ou l'exécution de procédures autres

! que celles spécifiées dans les présentes peut engendrer une exposition
dangereuse aux rayonnements.

L’usage de FibeAir IDU s’accompagne du risque suivant d'électrocution et de

danger électrique : le débranchement d'une alimentation électrique ne
! déconnecte qu'un module d'alimentation électrique. Pour isoler complètement
l'unité, il faut débrancher toutes les alimentations électriques.

Bruit de machine d’ordre - 3. GPSGV, le plus haut niveau de pression sonore

! s'élève à 70 dB (A) au maximum, dans le respect de la norme ISO EN 7779.

Allgemeine Vorsichtsmaßnahmen für die Anlage

Wenn andere Steuerelemente verwendet, Einstellungen vorgenommen oder

! Verfahren durchgeführt werden als die hier angegebenen, kann dies gefährliche
Strahlung verursachen.

Beachten Sie beim Arbeiten mit FibeAir IDU das folgende Stromschlag- und
Gefahrenrisiko: Durch Abtrennen einer Stromquelle wird nur ein
! Stromversorgungsmodul abgetrennt. Um die Einheit vollständig zu isolieren,
trennen Sie alle Stromversorgungen ab.

Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung - 3. GPSGV, der höchste

! Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779.

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RoHS Compliance Declaration

Electronic Information Products Declaration of Hazardous/Toxic Substances

Component Hazardous Substance

Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated

(Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium Biphenyls (PBB) Diphenyl Ethers
(Cr VI) (PBDE)
PCB/Circuit Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply
Modules
Mechanical Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply
Parts
Cables Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply Comply

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About This Guide

This guide describes the FibeAir IP-20N installation procedures. This guide also provides initial
configuration instructions for once the hardware installation is complete.

What You Should Know

An IP-20N system consists of an IP-20N indoor unit (IDU) and one or more radio frequency units (RFUs). This
manual provides instructions for the installation of the IP-20N IDU only. Installation instructions for RFUs can
be found in the installation manual for each individual type of RFU. The part numbers for these manuals are
listed below in Related Documents.
Some features described in this manual may not be available in the current release. Consult the Release
Notes for the functionality supported in the specific release you are using.

Target Audience
This guide is intended for use by personnel of all levels certified by Ceragon personnel such as system
engineers, technicians, or supervisors.

Related Documents
• IP-20N Technical Description
• User Guide for Chassis-Based Systems: FibeAir IP-20N, IP-20A, IP-20LH, and Evolution IP-20LH
• FibeAir RFU-D Installation Guide, DOC-00056623
• FibeAir RFU-D-HP Installation Guide, DOC-56762
• FibeAir RFU-E Installation Guide, DOC-00056335
• FibeAir RFU-S Installation Guide, DOC-00055656
• FibeAir RFU-C Installation Guide, DOC-00017708
• FibeAir RFU-HP Installation Guide, DOC-00015514
• IP-20 Series MIB Reference
• Ceragon Activation Key Management System, DOC-00019183

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1. FibeAir IP-20N Hardware Overview

IP-20N is a modular unit based on a 1RU or 2RU chassis into which a variety of
cards can be inserted for traffic, radio interface, management, and power supply.
The IP-20N backplane provides connectivity among the slots in the chassis for
management, power distribution, and traffic aggregation.
An IP-20N chassis and the cards it contains are managed by a Traffic Control Card
(TCC). A 2RU IP-20N can contain two TCCs for TCC Redundancy. TCCs also include
GbE Ethernet traffic and FE management interfaces.
Notes: TCC Redundancy can be implemented with any type of TCC, but both
TCCs must be the same type.
When TCC Redundancy is enabled, only the optical GbE traffic
interfaces on the TCC can be used.
Two types of radio cards are available to provide the interface between the IP-
20N and the RFU:
• Radio Modem Card (RMC) – Provides the modem interface with the RFU-C and
RFU-HP/1500HP.
• Radio Interface Card (RIC) – Interfaces with the RFU-D, RFU-D-HP, RFU-E, and
RFU-S.
A 1RU IP-20N can contain up to five RMCs and/or RICs. A 2RU IP-20N can contain
up to ten RMCs or up to eight RICs.
Line Interface Cards (LICs) can be added to provide additional traffic interfaces.
Ethernet and TDM LICs can be used. A 2RU chassis can contain up to ten LICs, up
to two of which can be Ethernet LICs. A 1RU chassis can contain up to five LICs,
one of which can be an Ethernet LIC.
IP-20N receives an external supply of -48v via a Power Distribution Card (PDC). For
power redundancy, a 1RU chassis can contain a dual-feed PDC that can be
connected to separate power sources. A 2RU chassis can contain two PDCs
connected to separate power sources. The PDC or PDCs distribute the power via
the backplane to all the modules in the chassis.
IP-20N provides two basic chassis options:
• 1RU – Fits in a single 19” rack slot, with one Main Traffic and Control Card
(TCC), five universal slots for a combination of up to five Radio Modem Cards
(RMCs) and/or Radio Interface Cards (RICs) and/or Line Cards for traffic (LICs).
Additional slots are provided for a Power Distribution Card (PDC) and a fans
tray.
• 2RU – Fits in two 19” rack slots, with two Main Traffic and Control Cards
(TCCs), ten universal slots for a combination of up to ten Radio Modem Cards
(RMCs) and/or Radio Interface Cards (RICs) and/or Line Cards for traffic (LICs).
Additional slots are provided for two Power Distribution Cards (PDCs) and a
fans tray.

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1.1 Chassis Slots and Card Population Guidelines

The figures below show the 1RU and 2RU chassis slot numbers.

Figure 1: 1RU Chassis Slot Numbering

Figure 2: 2RU Chassis Slot Numbering

The following tables list the card types that can be placed in each slot:

Table 1: Card Types Allowed Per Slot – 1RU

Slot Number Allowed Card Type Notes

1 • TCC
2 • RMC-A, RMC-B, RIC-D Does not include LIC-STM1/OC3-RST (1 x
• Ethernet LIC STM1/OC-3)

• TDM LIC
3-6 • RMC-A, RMC-B, RMC-E, RIC- Where Multi-Carrier ABC is used with
D RMCs, Slot 3 can be unoccupied or must
• TDM LIC be populated with an RMC, which must
be part of the Multi-Carrier ABC group
(Bug ID 127456).

Table 2: Card Types Allowed Per Slot – 2RU

Slot Number Allowed Card Type Notes

1 • TCC
2,12 • RMC-A, RMC-B, RIC-D Does not include LIC-STM1/OC3-RST (1 x
• Ethernet LIC STM1/OC-3)

• TDM LIC

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Slot Number Allowed Card Type Notes

3 - 10 • RMC-A, RMC-B, RMC-E, Where Multi-Carrier ABC is used with RMCs,
RIC-D Slot 3 can be unoccupied or must be
• TDM LIC populated with an RMC, which must be part
of the Multi-Carrier ABC group.
11 • TCC Only valid when TCC redundancy is enabled.

1.1.1 TCC GbE Interface Limitations

When an Ethernet LIC is installed in slot 12, the two GbE interfaces on the TCC-B
or TCC-B-MC are disabled, leaving a total of 8 GbE interfaces per chassis.
When using a TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC, you should avoid placing any type of
traffic cards (Ethernet LIC, TDM LIC, RMC, and RIC) in certain slots. If you place a
traffic card in one of these slots, some interfaces on the TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC
cannot be used, as described in the following table.

Table 3: Slot Limitations When Used with TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC

Traffic Card in Slot: TCC-B2/TCC-B2-XG-MC Interfaces Not Available for Use:

9 GbE5
10 GbE6
12 • Ethernet LIC in Slot 12: SFP1, SFP2, GbE3/CS3, GbE4/CS4
• TDM LIC, RMC, or RIC in Slot 12: GbE3/CS3 only

1.1.2 Adjacent Pair Guidelines

RMCs that are planned to be used in XPIC configurations must be placed in
adjacent pairs, as follows:
• Slots 3 and 4
• Slots 5 and 6
• Slots 7 and 8 (2RU only)
• Slots 9 and 10 (2RU only)
If you configuring 2+2 HSB with XPIC, you must configure the radio protection
group in non-adjacent channels, e.g., slots 3 and 5 or slots 4 and 6. That is because
the XPIC groups must be configured in adjacent slots. For example:
• XPIC Group #1: Slots 3 and 4
• XPIC Group #2: Slots 5 and 6
• Protection Group #1: Slots 3 and 5
• Protection Group #2: Slots 4 and 6

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1.1.3 Slot Sections and 2.5 Gbps Mode

The slots in the chassis are divided into sections, as described below. Each section
can be configured to 1 Gbps mode (default) or 2.5 Gbps mode, and a card cannot
exceed the capacity of the section it is in.

Table 4: Card Type Usage Per Section Capacity

Card Type 2.5 Gbps Mode 1 Gbps Mode

RIC-D No restrictions No restrictions

RMC-B Must be part of a Multi- Multi-Carrier ABC and 1+0
Carrier ABC group
RMC-A Cannot be used 1+0
RMC-E Must be part of a Multi- Must be part of a Multi-Carrier ABC
Carrier ABC group group
LIC-X-E10 Cannot be used Slot section (B, E, or F) is automatically
configured to 10 Gbps mode when the
Expected Card Type is set to LIC-X-E10.
LIC-X-E4-Elec Cannot be used Slot sections B, E, and F– no restrictions
LIC-X-E4-Opt Cannot be used Slot sections B, E, and F– no restrictions
LIC-T16 Cannot be used No restrictions
LIC-T155 Cannot be used No restrictions
LIC-STM1/OC3-RST Must be part of a Multi- Must be part of a Multi-Carrier ABC
Carrier ABC group group

Figure 3: 1RU Chassis – Slot Sections

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Figure 4: 2RU Chassis – Slot Sections

In 1 Gbps mode, you can mix all types of traffic and radio cards in the same
section, subject to the card population guidelines described in the rest of this
chapter.
It is important to note that only the following cards can operate in a section
configured to 2.5 Gbps mode:
• RIC-D
• RMC-B, when part of a Multi-Carrier ABC group
• LIC-STM1/OC3-RST, as part of a Multi-Carrier ABC group
• RMC-E, as part of a Multi-Carrier ABC group
If you plan to use 2.5 Gbps TCC-Based Multi-Carrier ABC groups, you must
configure slot section A (1RU chassis) or C (2RU chassis) to 2.5 Gbps mode. In this
configuration, the 2.5 Gbps groups must be Group 1 and Group 3.
Note: Only RIC-D cards are supported in multiple 2.5 Gbps groups.

1.1.4 Additional Slot Guidelines

When using Multi-Carrier ABC, the ABC mechanism requires one slot on the
chassis as a dedicated Multi-Carrier ABC slot. That means the slot either be
populated with a card that belongs to the ABC group or the slot must be empty.
The identity of this dedicated slot depends on the ID number of the ABC group, as
described in Table 5. For example, if two Multi-Carrier ABC groups are configured
on a 2RU chassis and given Group ID 1 and Group ID 2, Slot 3 and Slot 4 should
both be populated by cards assigned to an ABC group.

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Note: The cards do not have to be assigned specifically to the group that
corresponds to the slot. For example, the card in slot 3 could be
assigned to ABC Group 2.

Table 5: Additional Slot Limitations with Multi-Carrier ABC

Group Number 2RU Chassis 1RU Chassis

ABC Group 1 Slot 3 Slot 3

ABC Group 2 Slot 4 Slot 4
ABC Group 3 Slot 7 Slot 5
ABC Group 4 Slot 8 Slot 6

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1.2 Traffic Control Card (TCC)

The Traffic Control Card (TCC) provides control functionality. It also provides GbE
interfaces for Ethernet traffic and one or two FE interfaces for management
traffic.
FibeAir IP-20N offers the following types of TCC:
• TCC-B – Standard TCC option. Provides 2 x FE Ethernet management interfaces
and 2 x GbE combo interfaces (electrical or optical) for Ethernet traffic.
• TCC-B-MC – Supports Multi-Carrier ABC configurations. Provides 2 x FE
Ethernet management interfaces and 2 x GbE combo interfaces (electrical or
optical) for Ethernet traffic.
• TCC-B2 – Provides 2 x FE Ethernet management interfaces, 2 x GbE optical
interfaces, 2 x GbE electrical interfaces, and 2 x dual mode electrical or
cascading interfaces.
• TCC-B2-XG-MC – Supports up to two Multi-Carrier ABC groups with capacity of
2.5 Gbps1 or up to four Multi-Carrier ABC groups with capacity of 1 Gbps per
group. Provides 2 x FE Ethernet management interfaces, 2 x GbE optical
interfaces, 2 x GbE electrical interfaces, and 2 x dual mode electrical or
cascading interfaces.
The TCC is responsible for the following functionality:
• Provides the main CPU for the IDU chassis
• Responsible for chassis management
• Responsible for switch aggregation
• Responsible for synchronization in the IP-20N chassis

Figure 5: TCC-B and TCC-B-MC Interfaces

TCC-B and TCC-B-MC contain two GbE Ethernet interfaces and two FE interfaces
for management.
For the GbE interfaces, you can choose between two optical (SFP) and two
electrical (RJ-45) physical interfaces. The electrical interfaces are labeled GbE1 and
GbE2. The optical interfaces are labeled SFP1 and SFP2. The optical interfaces are
located to the right of the electrical interfaces.
The FE management interfaces are labeled MGMT1 and MGMT2. These interfaces
are 100BaseT with auto negotiation and auto crossover.

1
Only RIC-D cards and LIC-STM1/OC3-RST cards are supported in multiple 2.5 Gbps groups.

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Figure 6: TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC Interfaces

TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC contain two FE management interfaces, which connect
to a single RJ-45 physical connector on the front panel (MGMT).

RJ-45 Connector
Management Switch
(female)

TX+ 1
TX- 2
Port 1
RX+ 3
RX- 4

TX+ 5
TX- 6
Port 2
RX+ 7
RX- 8

Figure 7: TCC-B2/TCC-B2-XG-MC Management Interface Pin Connections

If the user only needs to use a single management interface, a standard Cat5 RJ-
45 cable (straight or cross) can be connected to the MGMT interface.
To access both management interfaces, a special 2 x FE splitter cable can be
ordered from Ceragon.

Table 6: 2 x FE Splitter Cable Marketing Model

Marketing Model Marketing Description Part Number

SPL-ETH-CBL Ethernet split cable rohs WA-0245-0

TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC contain two optical GbE interfaces: SFP1 and SFP2.
TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC contain two electrical GbE interfaces: GbE5 and GbE6.
GbE3/CS3 and GbE4/CS4 can be configured as normal GbE traffic interfaces or as
cascading interfaces. When operating in cascading mode, these interfaces can handle
hybrid Ethernet and Native TDM traffic, enabling operators to create links among
multiple IP-20 units in a node for multi-directional applications based on hybrid
Ethernet and TDM (Native or pseudowire) services.
All TCC models also contain the following interfaces:
• One RJ-45 terminal interface (RS-232)
• One DB-9 interface for external alarms, supporting four pairs of signals
• One RJ-45 synchronization interface for clock input and clock output

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All TCC models can be used in both 1RU and 2RU chassis.
Table 7 summarizes the functionality supported by the various TCC models.

Table 7: TCC Comparison Table

TCC Type Ethernet Traffic Interfaces Ethernet Sync External Supports
Management Interface Alarms Multi-Carrier
Interfaces ABC

TCC-B 2 x GbE combo (optical or 2 x FE Yes Yes No

electrical) interfaces interfaces
TCC-B-MC 2 x GbE combo (optical or 2 x FE Yes Yes Yes
electrical) interfaces interfaces
TCC-B2 2 x GbE electrical 1 x FE Yes Yes No
interfaces interface
2 x GbE optical interfaces
2 x dual mode electrical or
cascading interfaces
TCC-B2- 2 x GbE electrical 1 x FE Yes Yes Yes
XG-MC interfaces interface
2 x GbE optical interfaces
2 x dual mode electrical or
cascading interfaces

1.2.1 TCC GbE Interface Limitations

When a second Ethernet LIC is installed, the two GbE interfaces on the TCC-B or
TCC-B-MC are disabled, leaving a total of 8 GbE interfaces per chassis.
When using a TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC, you should avoid placing any type of
traffic cards (Ethernet LIC, TDM LIC, and RMC) in certain slots. If you place a traffic
card in one of these slots, some interfaces on the TCC cannot be used, as
described in the following table.

Table 8: Slot Limitations When Used with TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC

Traffic Card in Slot: TCC-B2/TCC-B2-XG-MC Interfaces Not Available for Use:

9 GbE5
10 GbE6
12 • Ethernet LIC in Slot 12: SFP1, SFP2, GbE3/CS3,
GbE4/CS4
• TDM LIC or RMC in Slot 12: GbE3/CS3 only

For a detailed description of the TCC’s interfaces and pin-outs, refer to TCC
Interfaces and Pin-Outs on page 83.

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1.3 Radio Interface Cards (RIC)

The Radio Interface Card (RIC) provides interfaces between the IDU and any of the
following RFUs:
• RFU-D
• RFU-E
• RFU-S
• RFU-D-HP
The 1RU model of IP-20N can accommodate up to five RICs. The 2RU model of IP-
20N can accommodate eight RICs.
IP-20N offers the RIC-D. The RIC-D includes the following interfaces:
• Two electrical RFU interfaces with a capacity of 2.5 Gbps.
• Two optical RFU interfaces.
Notes: Standard-power RFUs can receive PoE power from the IDU via the
electrical interfaces. If they are connected to the IDU via the optical
interfaces, a separate power cable must be used. High-power RFUs
always require a separate power cable. For details, see IDU-RFU Cable
Connection on page 75.
To use a RIC-D in 2.5 Gbps mode, you must place the RIC-D in a section
of the chassis configured for 2.5 Gbps mode. For details, see Slot
Sections and 2.5 Gbps Mode on page 18.
The following RFU configurations are supported per RIC-D:
• 1 x RFU-D
• 1 x RFU-D-HP
• 1 x RFU-S
• 1x RFU-E

Figure 8: RIC-D

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Figure 9: RIC-D Interfaces

RICs can be placed in any slot except the TCC slot (slot 1 and, in a 2RU chassis, slot
11).

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1.4 Radio Interface Cards (RMCs)

Radio Interface Cards (RMCs) provide the modem interface between the IDU and
the RFU. The 1RU chassis can accommodate up to five RMCs. The 2RU chassis can
accommodate up to ten RMCs.
There are two types of RMC:
• RMC-A: Supports up to 256 QAM
• RMC-B: Supports up to 2048 QAM

Figure 10: RMC Detailed View

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1.5 Ethernet Line Interface Cards

IP-20N offers the following types of Ethernet Line Interface Cards (Ethernet LICs):
• LIC-X-E4-Elec (4x GE), with 1 GbE combo interface and 3 GbE electrical (RJ-45)
interfaces
• LIC-X-E4-Opt (4x GE), with 1 GbE combo interface and 3 GbE optical (SFP)
interfaces
• LIC-X-E10, with a single 10G optical (SFP+) interface

1.5.1 LIC-X-E4-Elec
The LIC-X-E4-Elec has the following interfaces:
• 1 x GbE combo interface (SFP1 / GbE1)
• 3 x GbE electrical interfaces
Note: The SFP module is optional.

Figure 11: LIC-X-E4-Elec Detailed View

Important Note! When using the electrical ports of the LIC-X-E4-Elec to connect
between the IP-20N IDU and an outdoor unit such as IP-20C or IP-20S,
in areas in which severe lightning conditions are likely to occur, it is
required to use lightning protection.

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1.5.2 LIC-X-E4-Opt
The LIC-X-E4-Opt has the following interfaces:
• 1 x GbE combo interface (SFP1 / GbE1)
• 3 x GbE optical (SFP) interfaces

Figure 12: LIC-X-E4-Opt Detailed View

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1.5.3 LIC-X-E10
The LIC-X-E10 has a single 10G optical interface.
Notes: The 10G interface on the LIC-X-E10 cannot be used as a cascading
interface.

The LIC-X-E10 requires TCC-B2-XG-MC.

Figure 13: LIC-X-E10 Detailed View

Interface protection is available for the 10G interface on LIC-X-E10 Ethernet LICs.
An optical Y-splitter cable is used to connect the two 10G interfaces and the
external switch.

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1.6 TDM Line Interface Cards

IP-20N offers the following types of TDM Line Interface Cards (TDM LICs):
• LIC-T16 (16 x E1)
• LIC-T155 (1 x ch-STM-1)
• LIC-STM1/OC3-RST (1 x STM-1)

1.6.1 LIC-T16 (16 x E1) Line Interface Card

Figure 14: LIC-T16 Detailed View

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1.6.2 LIC-T155 Line Interface Card

Figure 15: LIC-T155 Detailed View

1.6.3 LIC-STM1/OC3-RST Line Interface Card

Figure 16: LIC-T155 Detailed View

1.7 Power Distribution Card (PDC)

FibeAir IP-20N receives an external supply of 48V current via one or two Power
Distribution Cards (PDCs). The PDC or PDCs distribute the power via the backplane
to all the modules in the chassis. Each module receives the 48V input and
regulates it down to the operating voltage required by that module.
The PDC includes reverse polarity protection, so that if the positive (+) and
negative (-) inputs are mixed up, the system remains shutdown.
The PDC can tolerate up-to -60V, with a maximum current of 30A.
A 1RU IP-20N includes a single power distribution card (PDC) with a dual-feed
option for power redundancy. With the dual-feed option, users can connect two
power supplies to the PDC for power redundancy.
A 2RU IP-20N can use two PDC cards for redundancy. Each PDC provides 48V
power to all modules in the chassis via the backplane, on different lines. A diode

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bridge in the modules prevents power spikes and unstable power from the two
power sources.

Figure 17: Standard PDC Detailed View

Figure 18: Dual-Feed PDC Detailed View

Note: If the power is below -38V, the power supply to the TCC is
automatically shut down.
Most RFUs are powered from the PDC, via the RMC or RIC that is connected to the
RFU. In some cases, the RFU is powered directly from an external DC power
source. For details, see IDU-RFU Cable Connection on page 75.

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1.8 Fans Module

The fans module contains four 48V fans, which can dissipate heat for systems up
to 270W. The fans draw air into one side of the chassis, and push the air through
the chassis and out the other side.

Figure 19: Fans Module Detailed View

The fan speed increases and decreases in response to the temperature inside the
chassis. When the temperature rises, the fan speed increases, and when the
temperature decreases, the fan speed decreases. The fan speed never decreases
below a minimum level regardless of temperature.

1.9 Filter Tray Overview

A filter is offered as optional equipment. If a filter tray is not ordered, the chassis
is equipped with a blank filter slot cover.

Figure 20: Filter Tray Detailed View

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1.10 FibeAir IP-20 Assured Platform

Ceragon’s FibeAir® IP-20 Assured platform enhances network reliability and
security, ensuring that mission-critical networks maintain availability, and
protecting the confidentiality and integrity of their users’ data.
The FibeAir IP-20 Assured platform is compliant with FIPS 140-2, including:
• Compliance with FIPS 140-2 specifications for cryptography module.
• FIPS 140-2 Level 2 physical security.
• AES-256 encryption (FIPS 197) over radio links.
The FibeAir IP-20 Assured platform also provides:
• Secured communication and protocols for management interface.
• Centralized user authentication management via RADIUS.
• Advanced identity management and password policy enforcement.
• Security events log.
• Secure product architecture and development.
The following products are included in the FibeAir IP-20 Assured platform:
• FibeAir IP-20N Assured
• FibeAir IP-20A Assured
• FibeAir IP-20LH Assured
• FibeAir IP-20G Assured
• FibeAir IP-20GX Assured
• FibeAir IP-20C Assured
• FibeAir IP-20S Assured
Note: FibeAir IP-20 Assured is supported with certain versions of CeraOS. To
determine whether a specific CeraOS version supports FibeAir IP-20
Assured, check the Release Notes for the CeraOS version.

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2. Preparing for Installation

This section provides instructions for transporting, inspecting, and unpacking the
equipment for an IP-20N system prior to installation.

2.1 Inspection
Check the packing lists and ensure that correct parts numbers quantities of goods
have arrived.
Inspect for any damage on the cases and equipment. Report any damage or
discrepancy to a Ceragon representative, by e-mail or fax.

2.2 Transportation/Storage
The equipment cases are prepared for shipment by air, truck, railway and sea,
suitable for handling by forklift trucks and slings. The cargo must be kept dry
during transport and storage.
For sea-transport, deck-side shipment is not permitted. Carrier-owned cargo
containers should be used.
It is recommended that the equipment is transported to the installation site in its
original packing cases.
If any intermediate storing is required, all cases must be stored under dry and cool
conditions and out of direct sunlight.

2.3 Unpacking Equipment at the Site

The equipment is packed in sealed plastic bags and moisture absorbing bags are
inserted. Any separate sensitive product, i.e. printed boards, are packed in anti-
static handling bags. The equipment is further packed in special designed cases.
Marking is done according to standard practice unless otherwise specified by
customers.
• Customers address
• Contract No
• Site name (if known)
• Case No
Dimensions and weight of each case are specified in the packing specification
issued for the respective shipment.

Caution!
It is essential that whenever unpacking or disassembling the equipment and
handling printed circuit boards, special precautions should be taken to avoid ESD
(Electrostatic Static Discharge). Generally, units with static discharge protection
should not be unpacked until the installation takes place.
Ensure you are properly grounded at a controlled ESD point before and during
unpacking and handling of any sensitive component.

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To avoid malfunctioning or personnel injuries, equipment or accessories/kits/plug-

in unit installation, requires qualified and trained personnel.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Ceragon Networks could void
the user's authority to operate the equipment
Where special cables, shields, adapters and grounding kits are supplied or
described in this manual, these items must be used, to comply with the relevant
regulations.

2.4 Verifying Initial Hardware Configuration

Before installing the IDU in the rack, verify placement of the following trays
according to the label on the fan tray.
Note: This step is not necessary for an empty chassis.
• A fan tray in right vertical slot.
• A PDC tray in PDC Slot 1.
• A blank filter tray in left vertical slot.
• An IVM on the rear side.
Note: In most cases, an IP-20N chassis is delivered with an IVM already
installed. However, if you are required to install or replace an IVM,
refer to Installing an IVM on page 46.

Figure 21: 1RU IDU Chassis - Front View

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Figure 22: 1RU IDU Chassis - Rear View

Figure 23: 2RU IDU Chassis - Front View

Figure 24: 2RU IDU Chassis - Rear View

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2.5 Ensuring Proper Clearance for Air Flow around the IDU
The IP-20N fans draw air into the left side of the chassis, and push the air through
the chassis and out the right side.

Figure 25: IP-20N Air Flow

To ensure that the IP-20N maintains a proper operating temperature, you must
ensure that the air flow is unimpeded:
• Make sure to install the chassis level in the rack, with at least 5 cm clearance
between both sides of the chassis and the walls or other obstacles.
• Make sure the sections of the rack that are aligned with the chassis are open
so as to allow air flow to and from the chassis.

Figure 26: IP-20N Chassis Clearance

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3. Installing the Chassis

This section provides instructions for installing a FibeAir IP-20N chassis.

3.1 Required Tools for Chassis Installation

Item Description Quantity Notes

1 IP-20N 1RU or 2RU 1

chassis
2 19" rack / sub-rack 1 Supplied by customer
2 IVM module 1 This is usually pre-installed on the chassis.
2 Blank Drawer 1 per Required for any slot that does not contain
slot a card.

3.2 Mounting the Chassis in the Rack

This procedure is for both 1RU and 2RU chassis.
Note that there are two possible ways to install a FibeAir IP-20N chassis:
• Standard Mount – The front of the chassis is flush with the front of the rack.
• Front Mount – The front of the chassis protrudes slightly from the front of the
rack, in order to reduce or eliminate protrusion of the chassis from the rear of
the rack.
Insert and hold the IDU chassis in the rack, as shown in the following figures. Use
four screws (not supplied with the installation kit) to fasten the chassis to the
rack.

Figure 27: 1RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Front Mount

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Figure 28: 2RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Front Mount

Figure 29: 1RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Standard Mount

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Figure 30: 2RU IDU Chassis in Rack - Standard Mount

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3.2.1 Standard Mount to Front Mount Conversion

Loosen the four screws that hold the bracket to the chassis and retighten them in
the new position as shown below.
The same procedure is performed for the bracket at the opposite side of the
chassis.
1 Remove the four
screws that hold
the bracket to
the chassis.

2 Remove the
bracket.

3 Align the bracket

with the holes in
the center of the
chassis.

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4 Replace all four

screws.

5 Retighten the
screws in the
new position.

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3.3 Grounding the Chassis

Connect a grounding wire to the single-point stud shown in the figures below, and
then to the rack, using a single screw and two washers. Verify that the grounding
resistance is 0-2 ohms.
The size of the grounding wire must be at least:
• For 2U chassis: 12 AWG
• For 1U chassis: 18 AWG

Figure 31: 1RU Chassis Grounding

Figure 32: 2RU Chassis Grounding

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3.4 Replacing the Chassis

Note: When a complete IDU chassis is replaced, the traffic through this IDU
will be interrupted.
1 Unplug the power connector(s) on the PDC(s).
2 Disconnect all cables from the cards in the chassis. Mark all cables to ensure
that the cables can be reconnected to the correct cards and interfaces in the
new chassis.
3 Disconnect the chassis grounding cable.
4 Since the chassis fully populated is heavy, it may be convenient to remove
cards prior to removing chassis from the rack.
5 Unscrew the chassis from the rack (four screws).
6 Carefully pull the chassis out.
7 Remove all cards from the chassis.
8 Install the new chassis, as described in Mounting the Chassis in the Rack on
page 39.
9 Replace the cards in the new chassis.
10 Carefully insert the new chassis into the rack.
11 Fasten the four screws.
12 Reconnect the chassis grounding cable.
13 Re-insert all cards. Tighten the captive screws manually.
14 Reconnect the front cables.
15 Reconnect the power cable(s).

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3.5 Installing an IVM

In most cases, an IP-20N chassis is delivered with an IVM already installed.
However, if you are required to install or replace an IVM, follow these
instructions:
On the rear side of the chassis, place the IVM in front of the backplane and secure
it using the two screws supplied with the IVM bracket.

Figure 33: Installing an IVM, 1RU

Figure 34: Installing an IVM, 2RU

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3.6 Replacing an IVM

In the event that an IVM must be replaced, follow these instructions:
1 Loosen the two screws that secure the IVM in its place and gently pull out the
IVM.

Figure 35: Replacing an IVM, 1RU

Figure 36: Replacing an IVM, 2RU

2 Install the new IVM, as described in Installing an IVM on page 46.

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4. Installing and Replacing Cards in the Chassis

Note: When replacing a card, the new card must have exactly the same unit
code (Code:) as the unit to be replaced.

4.1 TCC Installation and Replacement

4.1.1 Inserting the SD Card in the TCC

When installing a new system, the new TCC is delivered with an SD card, which
stores the unit's software version and configuration. The SD card is packaged in a
compartment in the front portion of the TCC package. It is placed in such a way
that you can view the label and serial number of the SD card before opening the
package.
Note: In some cases, the TCC is delivered with the SD card already installed.
If the SD card is already installed, proceed directly to Inserting a TCC in
the Chassis on page 50.

Figure 37: TCC Package with SD Card

1 Carefully remove the SD card from the package.
2 Before installing the TCC, insert the SD card into its socket on the upper left
side of the TCC. Make sure the orientation of the SD card is correct, as shown
in the figure below

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Figure 38: Inserting an SD Card into a TCC

When the SD card is inserted properly, it should click into place. The figure below
shows an SD card properly inserted in its socket on the TCC.

Figure 39: SD Card Inserted in a TCC

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4.1.2 Inserting a TCC in the Chassis

1 Carefully insert the new TCC into slot
1 or, if installing a second TCC in a
2RU chassis, slot 11. Ensure that the
TCC enters the guides inside the
chassis, and gently press the TCC to
enter the internal connectors
without the use of excessive force.

2 Make sure that the card ejectors lock

in the correct position.

3 Fasten the two captive screws

manually.

4 Remove the SFP caps from the TCC.

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4.1.3 Replacing a TCC

Note: Before replacing a TCC, you must make sure to back up the system
confirmation. After installing the new TCC, you should restore the
backed up configuration. For instructions, refer to the FibeAir IP-20N
User Guide, DOC-00036540.

1 Remove the SD card.

Afterwards, you will insert the
SD card into the new TCC in
order to preserve the system's
current software and
configuration. To remove the
SD card, press down gently on
the card and slide the card out
of its socket on the upper left
side of the TCC.

2 Disconnect all cables (not

shown) on the TCC to be
replaced

3 Unscrew the two captive

screws that secure the TCC to
the chassis. A screwdriver may
be used if necessary to unscrew
the screws.

4 Release the TCC from the

backplane connectors by
means of the card ejectors.

5 Loosen the captive screws.

6 Carefully remove the TCC from

the chassis by pulling the
screws.
7 Insert the new TCC in the
chassis, as described in
Inserting a TCC in the Chassis
on page 50.
8 Reconnect all cables (not
shown).

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9 Re-insert the SD card that you

removed from the old TCC.

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4.2 RMC and RIC-D Installation and Replacement

For rules and guidelines about slot placement, refer to Chassis Slots and Card
Population Guidelines on page 16.

4.2.1 Inserting an RMC or RIC-D into the Chassis

1. Verify that both captive screws are loosened.

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2. Insert the RMC or RIC-D into the appropriate slot in the chassis. Ensure that
the RMC or RIC-D enters the guides inside the chassis and gently press the
RMC or RIC-D to enter the internal connectors without the use of excessive
force.

3. Make sure that the RMC or RIC-D ejectors are locked.

Note: The figures below show an RMC-A. The actual interfaces and labels of
the RMC or RIC-D depend on the type of card, but the ejectors are the
same for all RMC and RIC-D types.

Figure 40: RMC/RIC-D Ejectors – Locked

Figure 41: RMC/RIC-D Ejectors – Unlocked

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4. If you are installing a RIC-D, remove the SFP cap from the RIC-D.

5. Secure the RMC or RIC-D by fastening the two captive screws gently with a
screwdriver (not by hand).

Figure 42: RMC/RIC-D Captive Screws

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4.2.2 Removing an RMC or RIC-D

1. Unplug all cables connected to the RMC or RIC-D.
2. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the RMC or RIC-D in its place.
3. Release the RMC or RIC-D from the backplane by unlocking the RMC or
RIC-D ejectors.
4. Slide the RMC or RIC-D out of the chassis.

5. Install the new RMC or RIC-D, as described in Inserting an RMC or RIC-D

into the Chassis on page 53. Verify that the captive screws are loosened
before installing the new RMC or RIC-D.

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4.3 Ethernet and TDM LIC Installation and Replacement

For rules and guidelines about slot placement, refer to Chassis Slots and Card
Population Guidelines on page 16.

4.3.1 Inserting a LIC into the Chassis

1. Verify that both captive screws are loosened.

2. Insert the LIC into the chassis in the required slot. Ensure that the LIC
enters the guides inside the chassis and gently press the LIC to enter the
internal connectors without the use of excessive force.

3. Make sure that the LIC ejectors are locked.

Note: The figures below show an LIC-X-E4-Elec. The actual interfaces and
labels of the LIC depend on the type of LIC, but the ejectors are the
same for all LIC types.

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Figure 43: LIC Ejectors – Unlocked

Figure 44: LIC Ejectors – Locked

4. If you are installing an LIC-X-E4-Elec or LIC-T155, remove the SFP cap from
the LIC.

Figure 45: Removing the SFP Cap from an LIC-X-E4-Elec

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Figure 46: Removing the SFP Cap from an LIC-T155

5. Secure the LIC by fastening the two captive screws gently with a
screwdriver (not by hand).

Figure 47: LIC Captive Screws

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4.3.2 Removing a LIC

1. Unplug all cables connected to the LIC.
2. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the LIC in its place.
3. Release the LIC from the backplane by unlocking the LIC ejectors.
4. Slide the LIC out of the chassis.

5. Install the new LIC, as described in Inserting a LIC into the Chassis on
page 57.
6. Verify that the captive screws are loosened before installing the LIC.

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4.4 PDC Installation and Replacement

4.4.1 Order of Installation

In a 1RU chassis, the PDC must be installed in PDC Slot 1.
In a 2RU chassis, the first PDC must be installed in PDC Slot 1. Optionally, you can
install a second PDC in PDC Slot 2.
For slot numbering, refer to IP-20N provides two basic chassis options:
• 1RU – Fits in a single 19” rack slot, with one Main Traffic and Control Card
(TCC), five universal slots for a combination of up to five Radio Modem Cards
(RMCs) and/or Radio Interface Cards (RICs) and/or Line Cards for traffic (LICs).
Additional slots are provided for a Power Distribution Card (PDC) and a fans
tray.
• 2RU – Fits in two 19” rack slots, with two Main Traffic and Control Cards
(TCCs), ten universal slots for a combination of up to ten Radio Modem Cards
(RMCs) and/or Radio Interface Cards (RICs) and/or Line Cards for traffic (LICs).
Additional slots are provided for two Power Distribution Cards (PDCs) and a
fans tray.
on page 15.

4.4.2 Installing a PDC

1. Insert the PDC into

the appropriate slot
in the chassis, and
secure it using two
captive screws.

2. Fasten the two

captive screws
manually.

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3. Connect the power

cable, as described
in Connecting the
Power Cable on
page 70.

4.4.3 Replacing the PDC

1. Disconnect the
power cable (not
shown) on the PDC
to be replaced.

2. Unscrew the two

captive screws that
secure the PDC to
the chassis. A
screwdriver may be
used if necessary to
unscrew the screws.

3. Carefully slide the

PDC out of the
chassis by pulling the
screws.

4. Install the new PDC,

as described in
Installing a PDC on
page 61.

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4.5 Installing and Replacing the Fans Drawer

A fans drawer is generally included in a new chassis. If you need to install or
replace the fans drawer, use the following instructions.

4.5.1 Installing the Fans Drawer

1 Carefully insert the fans

drawer in the right
vertical slot. Ensure that
the drawer enters the
guides inside the chassis,
and gently press the card
to enter the internal
connectors without the
use of excessive force.

2 Fasten the two captive

screws manually.

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4.5.2 Replacing the Fans Drawer

1 Unscrew the two captive

screws that secure the fans
drawer to the chassis. A
screwdriver may be used if
necessary to unscrew the
screws.

2 Carefully remove the drawer

from the chassis by pulling
the screws.

3 Install the new fans drawer,

as described in Installing the
Fans Drawer on page 63.

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4.6 Installing and Replacing a Filter Unit

Optionally, a filter unit can be installed in the IP-20N. The filter unit consists of a
filter tray and a filter foam. The filter foam needs to be changed or cleaned from
time to time, depending on the environmental conditions.
Follow the procedure below to install the filter unit or to remove the filter foam.

4.6.1 Installing the Filter Unit

1 Insert the filter foam in the filter

tray.

2 Slide the filter tray into the filter

slot in the chassis.

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3 Fasten the captive screw

manually.

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4.6.2 Removing the Filter Foam

The filter tray is secured to the chassis by means of a captive screw (no ejectors).

1 Unscrew the captive screw.

2 Remove the filter tray by pulling

the captive screw.

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3 Remove the filter foam from the

filter tray.

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5. Installing Blank Panels

Every slot that does not contain a card must contain a blank panel. There are
three types of blank panels, corresponding to the three slot sizes in an IP-20N
chassis.

Figure 48: Blank Panel TCC Figure 49: Blank Panel PDC

Figure 50: Blank Panel RMC/RIC/LIC

To install a blank panel, insert the appropriate panel into the slot and secure the
panel using captive screws.

Figure 51: Installing a Blank Panel

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6. Connecting the Power Cable

Caution!
In a 1RU chassis, the Fans unit receives its power from the TCC. Therefore, to avoid
over temperature in the chassis, do not power up the 1RU unit unless both the TCC
and Fans unit are installed in the chassis.
Important! Before connecting the power supply to the PDC, you must verify that
the positive pole in the external power supply is grounded!
1RU units can use a single-feed or dual-feed PDC. The power cable connector is
included with the PDC.
The following power cables are available for use with a 1RU IP-20N unit:
Ceragon Part Number Marketing Model Marketing Description

WA-0567-0 CBL-PWR-OE-OE-16A-2.2m Power cable Open-end/Open-end, 16A,

2.2m
WA-0568-0 CBL-PWR-OE-OE-16A-5m Power cable Open-end/Open-end, 16A,
5m

2RU units use a single-feed PDC. The power cable connector is pre-attached to the
power cable.
The following power cables are available for a 2RU IP-20N unit:
Ceragon Part Number Marketing Model Marketing Description

WA-0488-0 CBL-PWR-DType/OE-40A- Power cable D-Type/Open-end, 40A,

2.2m 2.2m
WA-0566-0 CBL-PWR-DType/OE-40A- Power cable D-Type/Open-end, 40A, 5m
5m

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6.1 For a 2RU Chassis

1 Verify that the wiring is according to the correct polarity.

Figure 52: 2RU Chassis – PDC Polarity

2 Plug the power connector into the PDC and tighten the two captive screws on
the sides of the connector to secure the connector.

Figure 53: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis

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6.2 For a 1RU Chassis

1. Expose the wires of the power cable.
2. Loosen the top two screws on the connector.
3. Verify that the wiring is according to the correct polarity.

Figure 54: Correct Wiring on a 1RU Chassis

4. Insert the wires into the connector.
5. Secure the wires in the connector with the screws.
6. Plug the connector into the PDC and tighten the two screws on the sides of the
connector to secure the connector.

Figure 55: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis – Single-Feed PDC

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Figure 56: Connecting the Power Cable in a 2RU Chassis – Dual-Feed PDC

6.3 Power Supply Notes

When selecting a power source, the following must be considered:
• Voltage range: -40.5 VDC to -60 VDC.
• Recommended: Availability of a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Source), battery
backup, and emergency power generator.
• The power source must be grounded.
• The unit has more than one supply connection - Remove all power form the
unit for servicing.
Important! Make sure to use a circuit breaker to protect the circuit from damage by
short or overload. In a building installation, the circuit breaker shall be
readily accessible and incorporated external to the equipment. The
maximum rating of the overcurrent protection shall be 3 Amp per link, while
the maximum current rating is 15A for 1RU and 30A for 2RU.
Power supply grounding should be in accordance with the following figures:

Figure 57: Power Supply Grounding – 1RU Chassis with Dual-Feed PDU

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Figure 58: Power Supply Grounding – 1RU Chassis with Single-Feed PDU

Figure 59: Power Supply Grounding – 2RU Chassis

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7. IDU-RFU Cable Connection

RFU-C and RFU-HP/1500HP RFUs are connected to the RMC by a coaxial cable RG-223 (up
to 100 m/300 ft), Belden 9914/RG-8 (up to 300 m/1000 ft) or equivalent, with an N-type
connector (male) on the RFU and a TNC connector on the RMC in the IP-20N chassis.
RFU-D, RFU-D-HP, RFU-E, and RFU-S can be connected to a RIC-D via a standard CAT-5e or
preferably CAT-6/6a cable, with RJ-45 connectors on the RFU and an RJ-45 connector on
the RIC-D. They can also be connected to the RIC-D over optical fiber cables via the optical
(SFP) RFU interface on the RIC-D.
For an RFU-D, RFU-E, or RFU-S connecting to an electrical RFU interface, the cable can
carry both the data and the DC power required for the RFU. For configuration instructions,
refer to the User Guide for FibeAir IP-20N, IP-20A, and Evolution IP-20LH.
For an RFU-D, RFU-E, or RFU-S connecting to an optical RFU interface, and for an RFU-D-
HP connecting to either an electrical or an optical RFU interface, an external DC power
cable is required to supply power to the RFU.

Table 9: IDU-RFU Cable Connection

RFU Interface Cable Type Maximum Length
6-11 GHz 13-42 GHz

Optical Fiber 300m

CAT-5e (24 AWG) 65m 100m
Electrical
RFU-D CAT-6a (22 AWG) 110m 150m
DC (18 AWG) 100m
DC Power
DC (12 AWG) 101m-300m
Optical Fiber 300m
CAT-5e (24 AWG) 130m 150m
Electrical
RFU-S CAT-6a (22 AWG) 150m 150m
DC (18 AWG) 150m
DC Power
DC (14 AWG) 151m-300m
Optical Fiber 300m
CAT-5e (24 AWG) 150m
Electrical
RFU-D-HP CAT-6a (22 AWG) 150m
DC (14 AWG) 100m
DC Power
DC (10 AWG) 101m-300m
Optical Fiber 300m
CAT-5e (24 AWG) 130m
Electrical
RFU-E CAT-6a (22 AWG) 150m
DC (18 AWG) 150m
DC Power
DC (14 AWG) 151m-300m

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8. Performing Initial Configuration

This section describes how to establish a management connection with the IP-20N
unit and lists the configuration steps that should be performed in order to enable
basic radio connectivity. For detailed configuration instructions, refer to the User
Guide for Chassis-Based Systems: FibeAir IP-20N, IP-20A, IP-20LH, and Evolution
IP-20LH.

8.1 Establishing a Connection

You can connect to the IP-20N unit via a serial or a LAN connection.

8.1.1 Connecting to the Unit with a Serial Connection

1 Connect a serial RS-232 cable with an RJ-45 interface from the laptop or PC
you are using to configure the unit, to the Terminal Interface on the TCC.

Figure 60: Terminal Interface on TCC-B and TCC-B-MC

Figure 61: Terminal Interface on TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC

2 Configure the following settings for the COM port you are using on your PC or
laptop:
◦ Bits per Second – 115,200
◦ Data Bits – 8
◦ Parity – None
◦ Stop Bits – 1
◦ Flow Control - None

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8.1.2 Connecting to the Unit with a LAN Connection

Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on the laptop or PC you are using to
configure the unit to one of the management interfaces (MGMT1 or MGMT2 on
TCC-B or TCC-B-MC and MGMT on TCC-B2 or TCC-B2-XG-MC) on the TCC.

Figure 62: Management Interfaces on TCC-B and TCC-B-MC

Figure 63: Management Interface on TCC-B2 and TCC-B2-XG-MC

To establish a connection with the IP-20N unit, it is necessary to configure an IP
address on the PC or laptop within the same subnet as the IP-20N unit. The
default chassis IP address is 192.168.1.1. For example, you can set the PC or
laptop address to 192.168.1.10 and the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0. Note the
initial settings before changing.
Note: The chassis IP address, as well as password, should be changed before
operating the system.
1 Select Control Panel > All Control Panel Items >Network and Sharing Center.
2 Click Change adapter settings.
3 Select Local Area Connection > Properties> Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IP) and set the following parameters:
◦ IP address: 192.168.1.10
◦ Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
◦ No default gateway
4 Click OK to apply the settings.

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8.2 Logging On
1 Open an Internet browser (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Google
Chrome).
2 Enter the default IP address "192.168.1.1" in the Address Bar. The Login page
opens.

Figure 64: Login Page

3 Enter the following values:
◦ User Name: admin
◦ Password: admin
4 Click Apply.

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8.3 Changing Your Password

It is recommended to change your default Admin password as soon as you have
logged into the system.
To change your password:
1 Select Platform > Security > Access Control > Change Password. The Change
User Password page opens.

Figure 65: Change User Password Page

2 In the Old password field, enter the current password. For example, upon
initial login, enter the default password (admin).
3 In the New password field, enter a new password. If Enforce Password
Strength is activated, the password must meet the following criteria:
◦ Password length must be at least eight characters.
◦ Password must include characters of at least three of the following
character types: lower case letters, upper case letters, digits, and special
characters. For purposes of meeting this requirement, upper case letters at
the beginning of the password and digits at the end of the password are
not counted.
◦ The last five passwords you used cannot be reused.
4 Click Apply.
In addition to the Admin password, there is an additional password protected user
account, “root user”, which is configured in the system. The root user password
and instructions for changing this password are available from Ceragon Customer
Support. It is strongly recommended to change this password.

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8.4 Configuration
Before connection over the radio hop is established, it is of high importance that
the elements are assigned a dedicated IP address, according to an IP plan for the
total network.
Note: If connection over the hop is established with identical IP addresses,
an IP address conflict will occur, and remote connection to the
element on the other side of the hop may be lost.
By default all elements have the same IP settings:
• IP address: 192.168.1.1
• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Note: After the new IP address is set, the contact with the element will be
lost. In order to reconnect, the PC must have an IP address within the
same subnet as the element.
In addition to setting the IP addresses, the following configuration steps should be
performed in order to establish basic connectivity. For a detailed description of
these procedures, refer to the FibeAir IP-20N User Guide, DOC-00036540.
• Change the Management IP Address
• Configure the License
• Set the Time and Date (Optional)
• Configure the Radio (MRMC) Script(s) (Optional)
• Set the Radio Frequencies
• Enable the Radio Slots
• Enable the Radio Interfaces
• Unmute the Radio
• Configure Radio Grouping (Optional – Multi-Carrier ABC, HSB Protection,
and/or XPIC)
• Configure LAG (Optional)
• Create Ethernet Service(s)

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8.5 Applying a Pre-Defined Configuration File

IP-20 units can be configured from the Web EMS in a single step by applying a pre-
defined configuration file. A pre-defined configuration file can be prepared for
multiple IP-20 units, with the relevant configuration details specified and
differentiated per-unit.
The pre-defined configuration file is generated by Ceragon Professional Services
and provided as a service.
The pre-defined configuration file must be compatible with the CeraOS version
the IP-20 device is running. Configuration files created for CeraOS 9.2 cannot be
used with CeraOS 9.2.5 or higher. Configuration files must also be compatible with
the type of IP-20 device. For example, a configuration file created for IP-20C
cannot be applied to an IP-20N device.
If you need to change the capacity mode of a slot section from the default setting
of 1 Gbps, you must do so manually after applying the pre-defined configuration
file. For details, see Slot Sections and 2.5 Gbps Mode on page 18. For configuration
instructions, see Configuring Slot Section Capacity Mode in the User Guide for
FibeAir IP-20N, IP-20A, and Evolution IP-20LH.
For units using one or more RIC-D cards, if you need to change the IDU-RFU
connection settings from the default settings of RJ-45 with PoE, you must do so
manually after applying the pre-defined configuration file. See IDU-RFU Cable
Connection on page 75. For configuration instructions, see the User Guide for
FibeAir IP-20N, IP-20A, and Evolution IP-20LH.
For further information on the creation of pre-defined configurations, consult
your Ceragon representative.
To apply a pre-defined configuration file:
1 Select Quick Configuration > From File. The Quick Configuration – From File
page opens.

Figure 66: Quick Configuration – From File Page

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2 Click Browse, and select the configuration file for your unit.

Figure 67: Quick Configuration – From File Page – Configuration File Loaded
3 In the Device List field, select the IP-20 unit you are configuring.
4 Optionally, click View file to display the configuration file (read-only).
5 To initiate the configuration, click Submit. Progress is updated in the Quick
Configuration – From File page.

Figure 68: Quick Configuration – From File Page – Configuration Status

When the configuration is complete, the unit reboots.
If the configuration file includes changing from ETSI to ANSI mode, the unit
reboots at that point in the configuration. After the reboot, you must return to
the Quick Configuration – From File page and re-initiate the configuration.
Note: If the pre-defined configuration file included a new IP address for the unit,
make sure to configure an IP address on the PC or laptop you are using to
perform the configuration within the same subnet as the IP-20 unit’s new
IP address.

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9. Interfaces and Pin-Outs

9.1 TCC Interfaces and Pin-Outs

Table 10: GbE Port Pin-Outs

RJ45 Pin no. Description

1 BI_DA+ (Bi-directional pair +A)
2 BI_DA- (Bi-directional pair -A)
3 BI_DB+ (Bi-directional pair +B)
4 BI_DC+ (Bi-directional pair +C)
5 BI_DC- (Bi-directional pair -C)
6 BI_DB- (Bi-directional pair -B)
7 BI_DD+ (Bi-directional pair +D)
8 BI_DD- (Bi-directional pair -D)

Table 11: Management Port Pin-Outs

RJ45 Pin no. Description

1 TX+
2 TX-
3 RX+
4 NC
5 NC
6 RX-
7 NC
8 NC

Table 12: Terminal Interface Pin-Outs

RJ-45 Pin no. Description Pin no. DB-9

4 GND 5

5 Terminal-RX (System TX) 2

6 Terminal-TX (System RX) 3

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Table 13: External Alarms Pin-Outs

DB-9 Pin no. Description

1 External input alarm #1
2 External input alarm #2
3 External input alarm #3
4 External input alarm #4
5 External input alarm #5
6 Relay #1, normally closed pin
7 Relay #1, common pin
8 Relay #1, normally open pin
9 GND

Table 14: Synchronization Interface Pin-Outs

RJ45 Pin no. Description

1 T3_IN_N
2 T3_IN_P
3 1PPS_P
4 T4_OUT_N
5 T4_OUT_P
6 1PPS_N
7 ToD_P (or PPS_IN_P)
8 ToD_N (or PPS_IN_N)

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9.2 Ethernet Line Card Interfaces and Pin-Outs

An LIC-X-E4-Elec (4x GE) contains 1 GbE combo interface and 3 GbE electrical (RJ-
45) interfaces.
An LIC-X-E4-Opt (4x GE) contains 1 GbE combo interface and 3 GbE optical (SFP)
interfaces.
An LIC-X-E10 (1x 10G) contains 1 10G optical (SFP+) interface.
The pin-outs for the GbE RJ-45 interfaces is the same as for the GbE RJ-45
interfaces on the TCC.

9.3 RIC-D Interfaces and Pin-Outs

A RIC-D includes two RJ-45 RFU interfaces and two SFP RFU interfaces. Table 15
describes the RJ-45 RFU interface pinouts.

Table 15: RIC-D RJ-45 Interface Pin-Outs

RJ45 Pin no. Description Power Polarity

1 BI_DA+ (Bi-directional pair +A) +

2 BI_DA- (Bi-directional pair -A) +
3 BI_DB+ (Bi-directional pair +B) -
4 BI_DC+ (Bi-directional pair +C) +
5 BI_DC- (Bi-directional pair -C) +
6 BI_DB- (Bi-directional pair -B) -
7 BI_DD+ (Bi-directional pair +D) -
8 BI_DD- (Bi-directional pair -D) -

9.4 TDM LIC-T16 (16 x E1)

An LIC-T16 contains a16 x E1/DS1 connector.
The16 x E1/DS1 connector is a SCSI 68-pin connector.

16 x E1/DS1 Connector

Pin # Signal Label on the Type

Twisted Pair
1 OUT - TIP1
Ch1 Tx TWISTED PAIR
35 OUT - RING1
2 OUT - TIP2 Ch2 Tx TWISTED PAIR

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Pin # Signal Label on the Type

Twisted Pair
36 OUT - RING2
3 OUT - TIP3
Ch3 Tx TWISTED PAIR
37 OUT - RING3
4 OUT - TIP4
Ch4 Tx TWISTED PAIR
38 OUT - RING4
5 OUT - TIP5
Ch5 Tx TWISTED PAIR
39 OUT - RING5
6 OUT - TIP6
Ch6 Tx TWISTED PAIR
40 OUT - RING6
7 OUT - TIP7
Ch7 Tx TWISTED PAIR
41 OUT - RING7
8 OUT - TIP8
Ch8 Tx TWISTED PAIR
42 OUT - RING8
9 OUT - TIP9
Ch9 Tx TWISTED PAIR
43 OUT - RING9
10 OUT - TIP10
Ch10 Tx TWISTED PAIR
44 OUT - RING10
11 OUT - TIP11
Ch11 Tx TWISTED PAIR
45 OUT - RING11
12 OUT - TIP12
Ch12 Tx TWISTED PAIR
46 OUT - RING12
13 OUT - TIP13
Ch13 Tx TWISTED PAIR
47 OUT - RING13
14 OUT - TIP14
Ch14 Tx TWISTED PAIR
48 OUT - RING14
15 OUT - TIP15
Ch15 Tx TWISTED PAIR
49 OUT - RING15
16 OUT - TIP16
Ch16 Tx TWISTED PAIR
50 OUT - RING16
19 IN - TIP1
Ch1 Rx TWISTED PAIR
53 IN - RING1
20 IN - TIP2
Ch2 Rx TWISTED PAIR
54 IN - RING2
21 IN - TIP3 Ch3 Rx TWISTED PAIR

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Pin # Signal Label on the Type

Twisted Pair
55 IN - RING3
22 IN - TIP4
Ch4 Rx TWISTED PAIR
56 IN - RING4
23 IN - TIP5
Ch5 Rx TWISTED PAIR
57 IN - RING5
24 IN - TIP6
Ch6 Rx TWISTED PAIR
58 IN - RING6
25 IN - TIP7
Ch7 Rx TWISTED PAIR
59 IN - RING7
26 IN - TIP8
Ch8 Rx TWISTED PAIR
60 IN - RING8
27 IN - TIP9
Ch9 Rx TWISTED PAIR
61 IN - RING9
28 IN - TIP10
Ch10 Rx TWISTED PAIR
62 IN - RING10
29 IN - TIP11
Ch11 Rx TWISTED PAIR
63 IN - RING11
30 IN - TIP12
Ch12 Rx TWISTED PAIR
64 IN - RING12
31 IN - TIP13
Ch13 Rx TWISTED PAIR
65 IN - RING13
32 IN - TIP14
Ch14 Rx TWISTED PAIR
66 IN - RING14
33 IN - TIP15
Ch15 Rx TWISTED PAIR
67 IN - RING15
34 IN - TIP16
Ch16 Rx TWISTED PAIR
68 IN - RING16
17 SHELL - SHIELD
18 SHELL - SHIELD
51 SHELL - SHIELD
52 SHELL - SHIELD

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9.5 TDM LIC-T155 (1 x ch-STM-1)

An LIC-T155 contains 1 x ch-STM-1 connector and an RJ-45 synchronization
interface for clock input and output.
The 1 x ch-STM-1 interface uses an optical SFP connector.

1 x ch-STM-1 Connector

Synchronization Interface
The RJ-45 synchronization interface on the LIC-T155 has the same pin-out as the
RJ-45 synchronization interface on the LIC-T16.

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10. Specifications

10.1 Environmental Specifications for IDU

• Operating: ETSI EN 300 019-1-3 Class 3.2
• Temperature:
◦ -5C (23F) to 55C (131F) – Temperature range for continuous operating
temperature with high reliability.
◦ -25C (-13F) to 65C (149F) – Temperature range for exceptional
temperatures, tested successfully, with limited margins.
Note: Cold startup requires at least -5C (23F)
• Humidity: 5%RH to 95%RH

10.2 Environmental Specifications for RFU

• Operating: ETSI EN 300 019-1-4 Class 4.1
• Temperature:
◦ -33C (-27F) to +55C (131F) – Temperature range for continuous
operating temperature with high reliability:
◦ -45C (-49F) to +60C (140F) – Temperature range for exceptional
temperatures; tested successfully, with limited margins:
• Humidity: 5%RH to 100%RH

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10.3 Mechanical Specifications

Table 16: IDU Chassis Mechanical Specifications

1RU Chassis Height: 44.5 mm

Dimensions Width: 444.3 mm
Depth: 245 mm
Weight: 3 kg (empty)
2RU Chassis Height: 88 mm
Dimensions Width: 444.3 mm
Depth: 245 mm
Weight: 6 kg (empty)

Table 17: IDU Card and Tray Weights

PDC 0.3 kg

RIC-D 0.5 kg
RMC 0.5 kg

LIC 0.5 kg

TCC 1.5 kg

Fans Drawer (1RU) 0.3 kg

Fans Drawer (2RU) 0.6 kg

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10.4 Power Consumption Specifications

The following table describes the power consumption specifications for the
IP-20N.
Card Type/Configuration Power (W) Comments
TCC 25 W
RIC-D 12W
RMC 17 W
LIC-X-E4-Elec (4x GE) 9W
LIC-X-E4-Opt (4x GE) 9W
LIC-X-E10 (1x 10G) 12W
LIC-T16 (16 x E1/D1) 17 W
LIC-T155 (1 x ch-STM-1/OC-3) 25 W
LIC-STM1/OC3-RST (1 x STM-1) 9W
30W max (6W typical at
Fan – 2RU Chassis Kinetic energy
25°C)
6W max (4W typical at
Fan – 1RU Chassis Kinetic energy
25°C)

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11. Acceptance & Commissioning Procedures

This chapter provides Ceragon's recommended Acceptance and Commissioning
Procedure for IP-20N. Acceptance and commissioning should be performed after
initial setup is complete.
The purpose of this procedure is to verify correct installation and operation of the
installed link and the interoperability with customer end equipment.
Ceragon's Acceptance and Commissioning procedure includes the following
stages:
• Site Acceptance Procedure
• Commissioning of Radio Link
The Site Acceptance Procedure is a checklist that summarizes the installation
requirements of the site at which the products were installed.
The commissioning tests cover the required configuration information that should
be recorded, and the tests that should be performed on the radio link.

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11.1 Site Acceptance Procedure

The purpose of the following procedures is to verify that all installation
requirements were noted and checked. Following this procedure will ensure
proper, long-lasting, and safe operation of the product.
The checklist below summarizes the installation requirements of the site.

SITE ACCEPTANCE CHECKLIST

1. SITE INFORMATION
Customer:
Radio model:
Site name:
Site code:
Radio link code:
Site address:
2. ANTENNA MOUNTING

Antenna mount type:

Mount is of sufficient height to clear local obstructions OK

Mount is safely positioned to not cause a safety hazard OK
Mount is secure and perpendicular OK
Mount is grounded as per site specifications OK
All steelwork is Galvanized or Stainless Steel as appropriate OK
3. ANTENNA
Antenna type (model and size):
Antenna is securely fixed to mount OK
Antenna is grounded as per site specifications OK
Antenna sway braces are installed correctly (where
OK
applicable)
Antenna Radome is securely fitted (where applicable) OK
Water drain plugs are fitted and removed, as appropriate OK
Antenna sealing O-Ring is properly fitted and not damaged OK
Antenna/Launch unit polarization is as per link requirements OK

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(continued)
4. OUT-DOOR UNIT
Type of RFU mount: (Direct or Remote mount)
RFU is securely mounted to the antenna or pole OK
RFU is grounded as per installation instructions OK
RFU‘s polarization is as per link requirements OK
RFU is installed properly and has no physical damage OK
For Remote-Mount Only:
Remote mount kit is securely mounted to the pole OK
Flexible waveguide has no physical damage and connectors
OK
are sealed
All flexible waveguide bolts are secured using washers and
OK
lock-washers, as appropriate
Flexible waveguide is secured to the pole OK
6. COAX CABLE
Overall cable length:
Cable type:
N-Type connectors assembled properly on the cable OK
Cable connected securely to RFU and IDU OK
Cable connector is weather-proofed (sealed) at the RFU OK
At the RFU, cable has a service/drip loop to prevent
OK
moisture from entering the connector
Cable is secured using suitable restraints to fixed points at
OK
regular intervals (0.5 m recommended)
Cable has no sharp bends, kinks, or crushed areas. All
OK
bends are per manufacturer specifications
Grounding/lightning protection is as per site specifications OK
Lightning protection type and model:
Cable point-of-entry to building/shelter is weather-proof OK
Cable ends are properly labeled OK

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(continued)
7. FLEXIBLE WAVEGUIDE
Overall flexible WG length:
Flexible WG type:
Flexible WG is connected securely to RFU and Antenna OK
Flexible WG connector is weather-proofed (sealed) at the
OK
RFU
At the RFU, the flexible WG has a service/drip loop to
OK
prevent moisture from entering the connector
Flexible WG is secured using suitable restraints to fixed
OK
points at regular intervals (0.5 m recommended)
Flexible WG has no sharp bends, kinks, or crushed areas.
OK
All bends are per manufacturer specifications
Flexible WG point-of-entry to building/shelter is weather-
OK
proof

Flexible WG ends are properly labeled OK

8. INDOOR UNIT
IDU is securely mounted to the rack OK
IDU is located in a properly ventilated environment OK
IDU fans are functional and air flow to the fans is not
OK
disrupted
IDU and rack are grounded as per site specifications OK
Traffic cables and connections are properly terminated as
OK
per manufacturer/cable instructions
All cabling is secured, tidy, and visibly labeled OK

9. DC POWER SUPPLY - Two Inputs

Measured DC voltage input to the IDU: (-40.5 to -60 VDC)
(at least 3 Ampere per
Power-Supply maximum current:
carrier)
Power-Supply is properly grounded OK
DC power backup type:
IDU DC connector is secure and the DC input leads are
OK
correctly terminated (no bare wires are visible)
IDU DC connector (+) and (GND) leads are shorted and
OK
GND is grounded
10. RACK INSTALLATION
Rack is mounted to the shelter floor with four screws OK
Rack is mounted to the shelter wall with two screws OK

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(continued)
11. REMARKS/NOTES

12. GENERAL INFORMATION

Name:
Title:
Site accepted by: Company:
Signature:
Date:
Name:
Title:
Site approved by: Company:
Signature:
Date:

11.2 Site Acceptance Checklist Notes

The following notes provide important additional information about the Site
Acceptance Checklist.
1 Antenna Mounting
• Mounting pole is of sufficient height to clear local obstructions, such as
parapets, window cleaning gantries, and lift housings.
• Mounting Pole is of sufficient height, and is safely positioned, so as not to
cause a safety hazard. No person should be able to walk in front of, or look
directly into the path of the microwave radio beam. Where possible, the pole
should be away from the edge of the building.
• Mounting pole is secure and perpendicular. A pole that is not perpendicular
may cause problems during antenna alignment.
• Mounting pole is grounded as per site specifications. All operators and site
owners have specific requirements regarding the grounding of installations. As
a minimum, typical requirements are such that any metal structure must be
connected to the existing lightning protection ground of the building. Where it
extends beyond the 45 degree cone of protection of existing lightning
conductors, additional lightning protectors should be installed.
• All steelwork is Galvanized or Stainless Steel, as appropriate to prevent
corrosion.

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2 Antenna
• Antenna is grounded as per site specifications. See the third point in the
Antenna Mounting section above.
• Antenna sway braces are fitted and installed correctly, where applicable.
Typically, for an antenna of 1.2 m or larger, an extra sway brace is fitted to the
mounting frame of the antenna. This sway brace should not be mounted to
the same pole as the antenna, but should be installed directly back to the
tower or an alternative point.
• Antenna Water Drain Plugs are fitted and removed, where appropriate. Some
antennas have moisture drain plugs installed at various points around the
antenna. The purpose of these plugs is to allow any moisture that forms on
the inside of the antenna or radome to drip out and prevent a pool within the
antenna. Only the plugs at the bottom of the antenna, after installation,
should be removed. All other plugs should be left in position.
3 RFU (Radio Frequency Unit)
• The RFU is grounded as per installation instructions. See the third point in the
Antenna Mounting section above.
• The RFU polarization is as per link requirements and matches the polarization
of the antenna.
4 IDU (Indoor Unit)
• The main traffic connections are correctly terminated and crimped as per
cable and connector manufacturer instructions. All fiber optic patch leads
should be routed carefully and efficiently, using conduits to prevent damage
to the cables.
All other user terminations are secure and correctly terminated.
• All labeling is complete as per site requirements. Labeling is specific to each
customer. At a site with only one installation, labeling may be unnecessary.
However, at sites with multiple installations, correct and adequate labeling is
essential for future maintenance operations.
Typical labeling requirements include:
Antenna labels - for link identity and bearing
RFU labels - for link identity, frequency, and polarization
Coax cable labels - for link identity, close to the RFU, IDU, and either end of
any joint
IDU labels - for link identity

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11.3 Radio Link Commissioning Procedure

11.3.1 Scope
This section describes the recommended commissioning tests for IP-20N radio link
in a 1+0 configuration.
The purpose of the commissioning tests is to verify correct and proper operation
of the product.

11.3.2 Commissioning Test

The following tests should be performed on each installed link.

11.3.2.1 Link Verification

• "Radio" LED on the IDU front panel is green, indicating the radio link is up.
• Received Signal Level (RSL) is up to +/- 4 dB from the expected (calculated)
level at both ends of the link.
• Radio Bit Error Rate (BER) is 10E-11 or lower.
• If working with ATPC, ATPC is operating as expected (RSL = reference level).
• After connecting test equipment or end equipment to the enabled line
interfaces, all LEDs on the IDU front panel green.

11.3.2.2 Ethernet Line Interfaces Test

• Connect Ethernet Packet Analyzer to the GbE port. Use physical loop at
remote end (or connect second analyzer). Run Packet Loss test for at least one
hour (load rate as per Ceragon's specifications for the chosen MRMC).
• Connect Ethernet Packet Analyzer to the FE port. Use physical loop at remote
end (or connect second analyzer). Run Packet Loss test for at least one hour
(load rate as per Ceragon's specifications for the chosen MRMC).

11.3.2.3 E1/T1 Line Interfaces Test

• Connect PDH Analyzer to the E1/T1 interface and verify error-free operation
for at least 1 hour. Use a physical or software loop at the far end.

11.3.2.4 Interoperability Verification

• Connect customer end equipment to the line interfaces, and verify correct
operation.
• Further interoperability tests should be performed in accordance with the
specific requirements of the connected end equipment.

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11.3.2.5 Management Verification

• Launch the HTTP management and verify that you can manage the link and
that you are able to perform changes to the link configuration (frequency
channel, Tx power, system name, time & date, etc.)
• Verify that correct parameters are reported when performing the above.
• Verify that there are no active alarms on the link.
• If the management station is located at a remote site (Network Operation
Center), verify that the management station can manage the link and receive
traps.

11.4 IP-20N Commissioning Log

The Commissioning Log is an integral part of the commissioning procedure and
should be filled in for each installed link.
The Commissioning Log gathers all relevant information regarding the installed link and
contains a checklist of all recommended commissioning tests.
Maintaining the Commissioning Log is important for tracking your installations,
and to provide essential data for Ceragon Networks.
Upon completing the Commissioning Log, send the log to Ceragon support center
at [email protected].

IP-20 LINK COMMISSIONING LOG

1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Customer:
Radio model:
Configuration:
Radio link code:
Site 1 name & add:
Site 2 name & add:
2. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR UNIT

ATP
See in IP20N –Indoor & Outdoor ATP.xlsx file.
3. ANTENNA AND RFU MOUNT Site 1 Site 2

Antenna vendor and model:

Antenna size:
Mounting type:
Mounting losses:

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4. LINK PARAMETERS Site 1 Site 2

Link distance:
Rain zone:
Expected RSL (dBm):
Expected Diversity RSL (dBm):
RSL Main (dBm):
RSL Diversity (dBm):
Deviation from exp?
RSL ≤4 dB?
5. COMMISSIONING TESTS Site 1 Site 2
Front panel LEDs: All green All green
Line loopback: Pass Pass
IDU loopback: Pass Pass
RFU loopback: Pass Pass
Radio BER: Pass Pass
E1/T1 test: Pass Pass
FE test: Pass Pass
GbE test: Pass Pass
6. MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION Site 1 Site 2
Eth IP Address:
Eth IP mask:
Default router:
In-band VLAN
7. REMARKS/NOTES

8. INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Name:
Company:
Installed by:
Date:
Signature:
Name:
Company:
Commissioned by:
Date:
Signature:

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