User Manual

IP-RN 8000 Installation & Commissioning Guide 1
Chapter 1
Introducing the IP-Radio Node 8000
This chapter provides an overview of the IP-RN 8000 from a hardware perspective. This chapter
contains the following sections:
• Understanding the network
on page 2
• Understanding IP-RN 8000 front, side and back views
on page 3
• Understanding module slot numbering
on page 11
• Understanding the Sector Radio Kit and the Antenna Interface Unit
on page 13
• Understanding the Digital Module Kit
on page 19
• Understanding the Power Distribution Unit
on page 27
• Understanding the Alarm Unit
on page 29
• Understanding the Fan Unit
on page 31
• Understanding the backhaul punch block and switch
on page 32
• Understanding surge protection and grounding
on page 33
• Understanding external connections
on page 34
• Understanding LEDs
on page 37
• Understanding the tech-on-site switch
on page 36
• Understanding cabinet air flow
on page 37