Site Planning; General Precautions; Site Planning Checklist - Cisco NCS 560-4 Hardware Installation Manual

Site Planning

Site Planning

The following sections describe how to plan for the installation of the router.

General Precautions

Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your router:
• Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources and do not block cooling vents.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your system components and never operate the product in a wet
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing so can cause fire or electric
• Position system cables and power supply cables carefully. Route system cables and the power supply
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
• If you turn off your system, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again to avoid system component

Site Planning Checklist

Use the following checklist to perform and account for all the site planning tasks described in this chapter:
• The site meets the environmental requirements.
• The site's air conditioning system can compensate for the heat dissipation of the router.
• The floor space that the router occupies can support the weight of the system.
• Electrical service to the site complies with the requirements.
• The electrical circuit servicing the router complies with the requirements.
• Consideration has been given to the console port wiring and limitations of the cabling involved, according
• The router Ethernet cabling distances are within limitations.
• The equipment rack in which you plan to install the router complies with requirements.
• In selecting the location of the rack, careful consideration has been given to safety, ease of maintenance,
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environment.
shock by shorting out interior components.
cable and plug so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over. Be sure that nothing else rests on your
system component cables or power cable.
modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
damage.
to TIA/EIA-232F.
and proper airflow.
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