Prepare For Installation; General Precautions - Cisco NCS 540 Hardware Installation Manual

Prepare for Installation

Before you install the Cisco NCS 540 large density routers, you must prepare your site for installation.
Preparing your site involves these tasks:
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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 cable carefully. Route system cables, the power supply cable,
• Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site
General Precautions, on page 15
Site Planning Checklist, on page 16
Environmental Requirements, on page 16
Airflow Guidelines, on page 16
Recommended Airflow, on page 18
Site Power Guidelines, on page 18
Site Cabling Guidelines, on page 19
Interference Considerations, on page 20
Tools and Equipment, on page 20
Prepare Your Location , on page 21
Prepare Yourself , on page 22
Prepare Rack for Router Installation, on page 23
Cabinet Selection Guidelines, on page 24
Unpack the Cisco NCS 540 Large Density Routers, on page 25
environment.
shock by shorting out interior components.
and plug so that they are not 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.
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