Installation guide

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This document provides installation and cabling instructions for the M-eMTA device, not cabling to
the facility or external networks. For quick access and ease of use, this document is divided into
the following key sections:
• “SBV5506 Chassis Overview” on page 1
• “Pre-Installation” on page 11
• “Hardware Installation” on page 13
• “Troubleshooting” on page 33
• “Technical Specifications” on page 35
Intended Audience
This document is intended for trained service personnel only. The instructions
provided in this document assume that the reader (trained service personnel only)
has knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), and local codes. Individuals not
meeting these basic requirements should not attempt to install, open, or operate
the M-eMTA device.
Contact Information
For questions or comments regarding features, functionality, resolved/open
issues, contact Motorola’s Technical Support Center at 800 MOT-WIRE (668-9473)
or visit our website at https://mynetworksupport.motorola.com.
SBV5506 Chassis Overview
The Motorola SURFboard M-eMTA chassis is available in two configurations:
6-slot or 12-slot. The 6-slot version is a drop-in replacement for existing equip-
ment no longer supported by the vendor.
Chassis Model Number # of Slots # of Voice Lines # of Subscribers
SBV5506 6 Up to 24
Up to 6 or 24
*
* Dependent on the provisioning capabilities of the Multiple System Operator (MSO).
SBV5512 12 Up to 48
Up to 12 or 48
*