Site Planning; General Precautions; Site Selection Guidelines; Site Environmental Requirements - Cisco ASR 1001-X Hardware Installation Manual

Preparing Your Site for Installation
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous
Danger
voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt
other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system
unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement 1029

Site Planning

This section contains site-planning information, and will help you plan for the installation of the Cisco ASR
1001-X Router.

General Precautions

Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your Cisco ASR 1001-X 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 cable carefully. Route system cables and power supply cable
• 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 Selection Guidelines

The Cisco ASR 1001-X Router requires specific environmental operating conditions. Temperature, humidity,
altitude, and vibration can affect the performance and reliability of the router. The following sections provide
specific information to help you plan for a proper operating environment.
The Cisco ASR 1001-X Router is designed to meet the industry EMC, safety, and environmental standards
described in the
Services Routers

Site Environmental Requirements

Environmental monitoring protects the system and components from damage caused by excessive voltage
and temperature conditions. To ensure normal operation and avoid unnecessary maintenance, plan and prepare
environment.
shock by shorting out interior components.
and plug such 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.
Regulatory, Safety, and Compliance Information for Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation
document.
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