[j-nsp] M160 Power Requirements

[Richard A Steenbergen]

On Mon, Nov 10, 2003 at 03:58:26PM -0500, Scotty wrote:
> Hi Guys,
> 
> What sort of power do I need to handle a dual-ps M160.  If I read the manual
> right it says 65Amp -48V to -60V DC power.  Do i really need 65 amps?  will
> a pair of 20amp circuits be enough if it is the only thing connected.

http://www.juniper.net/techpubs/hardware/m160/m160-hwguide/m160-hwguide-site-power-reqs.html

Unless you really have that fella maxed out, you're not going to be
anywhere near 65A, though 20A is a bit on the low side. Dual power
supplies share the load equally when both are operational.

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