Table Of Contents; Installing The Router - Cisco 800M Series Installing Manual

Chapter 2

Installing the Router

If you plan to configure the software using Cisco IOS commands through the console port, provide an
ASCII terminal or a PC that is running terminal emulation software to connect to the console port.
If you plan to connect a modem, provide the modem and modem cable.
Installing the Router
This section describes how to install the Cisco 800M Series ISR. The Cisco 800M Series ISR can be
installed on a table top or mounted on a wall. You can choose the type of mounting while ordering the
Cisco 800M Series ISR. The recommended clearance when horizontally mounted is 1.5 inches on both
sides for floor mount bracket clearance and 2 inches on top. Top clearance is not required but stacking
heat-dissipating objects on top of the router is not allowed. Input/Output (I/O) side clearance is needed
as it is required to access the cable connections. This section also describes how to attach external
antennas to the routers and contains the following topics:
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Warnings
This equipment needs to be grounded. Use a green and yellow 12 to 14 AWG ground wire to connect
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the host to earth ground during normal use. Statement 242
This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the
Warning
absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection
authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the
Warning
correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people
and damage to the system. Statement 378
Warning Do not cover or obstruct the router vents located on both sides of the router; otherwise, overheating
could occur and cause damage to the router.
Warnings, page 2-3
Installing on a Table, page 2-4
Mounting on a Wall, page 2-4
Installing Antennas, page 2-10
Installing the modules, page 2-8
Installing the modules, page 2-8
Accessing the SIM Card, page 2-9
Installing Antennas, page 2-10
Installing the Router Ground Connection, page 2-11
Installing the Power Cord Retention Latch, page 2-12
Mounting the DC Power Supply, page 2-14
Cisco 800M Series Integrated Services Router Hardware Installation Guide
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