Installing Ips-4240 And Ips-4255 - Cisco IPS-4240-K9 - Intrusion Protection Sys 4240 Installation Manual

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Installing IPS-4240 and IPS-4255

Use the supplied screws to attach the appliance to the equipment rack.
Step 2
Step 3 To remove the appliance from the rack, remove the screws that attach the appliance to the rack, and then
remove the appliance.

Installing IPS-4240 and IPS-4255

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
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Caution Follow proper safety procedures when performing these steps by reading the safety warnings in
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 4200 Series
Appliance
To install IPS-4240 and IPS-4255 on the network, follow these steps:
Step 1 Position the appliance on the network.
Step 2 Place the appliance in a rack, if you are rack mounting it.
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Attach the power cord to the appliance and plug it in to a power source (a UPS is recommended).
Step 3
Connect the cable as shown in Step 6 so that you have either a DB-9 or DB-25 connector on one end as
Step 4
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