Preparing to Install a SPA Interface Processor or
a Shared Port Adapter
Release 12.0(32)SY1, OL-8831-01, Rev. G6, July 19, 2007
This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing
SIPs and SPAs. This chapter contains the following sections:
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Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and parts to install SIPs and SPAs. If you need additional equipment,
contact a service representative for ordering information.
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Safety Guidelines
This section provides safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that
connects to electrical power or telephone wiring.
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Release 12.0(32)SY1, OL-8831-01, Rev. G6, July 19, 2007
Safety Guidelines, page 3-1
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage, page 3-7
Required Tools and Equipment, page 3-1
Shared port adapter interface processor (SIP)
Shared port adapter (SPA)
Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver
Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD)-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist
strap supplied with the SIP or SPA
Antistatic mat
Antistatic container
Safety Warnings, page 3-2
Electrical Equipment Guidelines, page 3-6
Electrical Equipment Guidelines, page 3-6
Telephone Wiring Guidelines, page 3-7
C H A P T E R
Cisco 12000 Series Router SIP and SPA Hardware Installation Guide
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