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Prepare for Installation
Before you install the router, you must prepare your site for installation.
Preparing your site involves the following tasks:

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
• If you turn off your system, wait at least 30 seconds before turning it on again to avoid damage to the
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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
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modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring rules.
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Summary of Contents for Cisco 8011

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    • Cabinet Selection Guidelines, on page 8 • Unpack the Cisco 8011 Router, on page 9 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.
  • Page 2: Site Planning Checklist

    • 32 to 131°F (0 to 55°C) • 5% to 85% RH For more information on Environmental properties and Regulatory standards, see the Cisco 8010 Series Router Data Sheet. Airflow Guidelines Cool air is circulated through the router by fans that are located along the rear side of the router. The internal fans maintain acceptable operating temperatures for the internal components by drawing in cool air through the vents, and circulating the air through the router.
  • Page 3 Prepare for Installation Airflow Guidelines Figure 1: Airflow Clearance Note the following points: • When installing the router in a back-to-back position with another device, ensure that there’s a minimum of 3.9 inches (10 centimeters) airflow clearance between the two devices. •...
  • Page 4: Site Power Guidelines

    Prepare for Installation Site Power Guidelines Site Power Guidelines The chassis has specific power and electrical wiring requirements. Adhering to these requirements ensures the reliable operation of the system. Follow these precautions and recommendations when planning your site power for the chassis: •...
  • Page 5: Site Cabling Guidelines

    Before you install the router, have all the additional external equipment and cables on hand. For information about ordering, contact a Cisco customer service representative. The extent of your network and the distances between the network interface connections depend, in part, on the following factors: •...
  • Page 6: Tools And Equipment

    Prepare for Installation Electromagnetic Interference The following sections describe the sources of interference and how to minimize their effects on the router system. Electromagnetic Interference All the equipment powered by AC current can propagate electrical energy that can cause EMI and possibly affect the operation of other equipment.
  • Page 7: Prepare Your Location

    Prepare for Installation Prepare Your Location • Console cable for connecting to the console port • Ratcheting torque screwdriver with a Phillips head that exerts up to 30-pound force per square inch (in-lb) or 0.02-kilograms force per square millimeter (kgf/mm2) of pressure •...
  • Page 8: Prepare Rack For Router Installation

    Prepare for Installation Prepare Rack for Router Installation Figure 3: Wearing the ESD Strap Prepare Rack for Router Installation Install the chassis into a two-post standard rack with standard horizontal mounting rails. Before you mount the chassis into the rack, we recommend that you do the following: Step 1 Place the rack where you plan to install the chassis.
  • Page 9: Unpack The Cisco 8011 Router

    Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco 8011 Router Note Ventilated cabinets and racks are not recommended for OSP applications. Table 1: Cabinet Type for Indoor and Outdoor Installation Cabinet Type Suitable for Indoor Installation? Suitable for Outdoor Installation? Open rack with no front and rear...
  • Page 10 Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco 8011 Router Be sure to save the packaging in case you need to return any of the components products. Note These images are for only representation purposes. The chassis' actual appearance and size would vary.
  • Page 11 Prepare for Installation Unpack the Cisco 8011 Router Figure 4: Unpacking the Device Regular Slotted Container (shipping box) 2, 6 Foam end caps Prepare for Installation...
  • Page 12 Unpack the Cisco 8011 Router 3, 5 Corrugated caps Front end of the product Accessory tray Corrugated insert Carton sealing tape Table 2: Accessories Kit for 8011 Router 19- inch Rack 23- inch Rack Mount ETSI Rack Mount Wall Desktop Cable Management...

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