Chapter 2 Preparing For Installation; Safety - Cisco Universal Broadband Router uBR10012 Hardware Installation Manual

Preparing for Installation
Before you install the Cisco uBR10012 universal broadband router, consider:
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This chapter guides you through the process of preparing for your router installation.
Do not unpack the system until you are ready to install it. Keep the chassis in the shipping container to
prevent accidental damage until you determine an installation site.
Note The Cisco uBR10012 router (using DC power supplies) is not shipped with wiring to connect to a DC
power source. You must provide input, return, and earthing (grounding) wiring at the site, and install and
protect the wiring in accordance with local and national wiring regulations (see

Safety

When you install the Cisco uBR10012 router, observe all of the following caution and warning
statements. For warning translations, refer to the regulatory compliance and safety documentation at the
following URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/cable/cmts/ubr10012/regulatory/compliance/ub10rcsi.html
The following guidelines will help ensure your safety and protect the equipment. However, these
guidelines may not cover all potentially hazardous situations you may encounter during system
installation, so be alert.
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The power and cabling requirements that must be in place at your installation sites
The equipment required to install the router
The environmental conditions your installation site must meet to maintain normal operation
The installation of your Cisco uBR10012 router must comply with national and local electrical
codes. In the United States, this means the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, United
States National Electrical Code. In Canada, Canadian Electrical Code, part I, CC22.1. In other
countries, International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 364, part 1 through part 7.
Review the safety warnings listed in the regulatory compliance and safety documentation before
installing, configuring, or performing maintenance on the product.
Always disconnect power at the source before you install or remove a chassis.
Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy to lift safely by yourself.
Keep the chassis area clear and as dust free as possible during and after installation.
Keep tools and chassis components away from walk areas.
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