Preparing the DC Power Input Cable

Before connecting the E4G-200 router to DC power, prepare the DC power input cable.
  1. Strip 0.25 inch (6.4 mm) from the ends of two lengths of #14 AWG copper wire.
  2. On the provided connector, identify the positions where you will attach the wires.
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    Wire Positions in the DC Connector

    DC Power Source –Connection +Connection

    –48 VDC

    48 RTN

    –48 V

    +24 VDC

    +24 V

    GND

  3. Insert each stripped wire into the connector, as shown in the following figure.

    Make sure that no exposed part of the copper wire extends beyond either side of the connector.

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    Preparing a DC Power Cable
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  4. Tighten each retaining screw to 4.5 pound-inches (0.5 Newton-meters) to fasten the wire in place.
After the DC input cable is attached to the connector, it must be properly connected to the DC source voltage at your facility by a qualified electrician.