Preventing Electrostatic Discharge; Site Preparation; System Installation Templates - Cisco Network Convergence System 6000 Series Unpacking, Moving, And Securing Manual

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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which can occur when electronic cards or components are
improperly handled, results in complete or intermittent failures. We recommend use of an
ESD-preventive strap whenever you handle network equipment or one of its components.
Follow these guidelines for preventing ESD damage:
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Caution When unpacking and setting parts aside, it is important to set them either in their original antistatic
packaging or on an antistatic mat to avoid ESD damage.

Site Preparation

Before moving the chassis into place and securing it, you must make sure that your site is prepared.
Verify that the securing location provides the recommended space and ensure that you have enough space
available for installation and maintenance of the chassis and its components.
For additional details on making your site ready for the chassis, see the
System 6000 Series Routers Site Planning

System Installation Templates

Because of its size and weight, the chassis must be securely bolted to the floor. Cisco provides a drill
hole template
chassis footprint and the pattern of holes that must be drilled into the floor for the mounting hardware
that secures the chassis to the floor.
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Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you to lift by yourself.
Keep the work area clear and dust free during and after installation. Do not allow dirt or debris to
enter into any laser-based components.
Keep tools and chassis components away from walk areas.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, and other items that could get caught in the chassis while
working with the chassis and its associated components.
Use Cisco equipment in accordance with its specifications and product-usage instructions.
Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.
Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap, and ensure that it makes good skin contact.
Connect the equipment end of the connection cord to an ESD connection socket or bare metal
surface on the chassis.
Handle a card by its ejector levers, when applicable, or its metal carrier only; avoid touching the
board or connector pins.
Place a removed card board side up on an antistatic surface or in a static-shielding bag. If you plan
to return the component to the factory, immediately place it in a static-shielding bag.
Avoid contact between the card and clothing. The wrist strap protects the board from only ESD
voltage on the body: ESD voltage on clothing can still cause damage.
(Figure 1-1) that ships attached to the inside of the crate door. The template identifies the
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