Preparing for Installation
This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing the
PA-E3. This chapter contains the following sections:
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Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and parts to install a PA-E3. If you need additional equipment, contact a
service representative for ordering information.
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Required Tools and Equipment, page 2-1
Software and Hardware Requirements, page 2-2
Safety Guidelines, page 2-4
FCC Class A Compliance, page 2-11
PA-E3 and one of the following:
VIP with Cisco 7000 or 7500 series router with Catalyst RSM/VIP2-15 if you are installing
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only one PA-E3; otherwise, we recommend a Catalyst RSM/VIP2-40.
Catalyst 6000 family FlexWAN module
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Cisco 7100 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
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Cisco 7200 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
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Cisco uBR7200 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
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Cisco 7201 router
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Cisco 7301 router
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Cisco 7304 PCI Port Adapter Carrier Card for installation in a Cisco 7304 router
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Cisco 7401ASR router
Cisco 75-ohm coaxial serial interface cables. (The PA-E3 75-ohm cables are available only from
Cisco Systems; they are not available from outside commercial vendors.)
Number 1 Phillips screwdriver and a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver (for VIP and
Catalyst RSM/VIP2 installation only)
Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
upgrade kits, field-replaceable units (FRUs), and spares
C H A P T E R
PA-E3 Serial Port Adapter Installation and Configuration
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