Juniper Networks G10 CMTS Network Card User Manual


 
Audience
JUNOSg 3.0 G10 CMTS Hardware Guide
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Audience
This manual is designed for network administrators who are installing and maintaining a
G10 CMTS, or preparing a site for CMTS installation. It assumes that you have a broad
understanding of HFC networks, networking principles, and network configuration. Any
detailed discussion of these concepts is beyond the scope of this manual.
Document Organization
This manual is divided into several parts, each containing a category of information about
the CMTS:
! Part 1, “Product Overview,” provides an overview of the CMTS, describing its hardware
components, the JUNOSg software, and the system architecture.
! Part 2, “Initial Installation,” describes how to prepare and characterize your site for
installing the CMTS, providing environmental and power supply specifications, rack and
clearance requirements, and wiring and cabling guidelines. It also provides an overview
of the installation process and lists safety precautions. Finally, it explains how to install
the CMTS chassis and components and how to initially start the CMTS and configure the
software.
! Part 3, “Troubleshooting and Maintenance,” describes general troubleshooting
procedures for the CMTS, cable modem operation, and the HFC plant, and explains how
to track the source of problems. It also provides replacement procedures for some of the
field-replaceable units.
! Part 4, “Appendixes,” provides an appendix listing agency certifications, an appendix of
DOCSIS radio frequency (RF) specifications, and an appendix listing various channel
plans.
! Part 5, “Index,” provides an index of the manual.
Related Documents
For information about configuring the software, including examples, see the following
documents:
! JUNOSg Software Configuration Guide: Getting Started and System Management
! JUNOSg Software Configuration Guide: Interfaces, Cable, Policy, and Routing and Routing
Protocols
! JUNOSg Software Operational Mode Command Reference