What You Need To Know - Cisco 2900 Series Installation Manual

Chapter 3 Installing and Connecting the Router
Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
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hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not
operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place.
Statement 1029
The covers are an integral part of the safety design of the product. Do not operate the unit without the
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covers installed. Statement 1077

What you Need to Know

CLI Console Access
Use the new USB console port on the router to access the Cisco Internet Operating System (IOS) CLI
on the router and perform configuration tasks. A terminal emulation program, such as Microsoft
Windows HyperTerminal, is required to establish communication between the router and a PC. See the
"Connecting to a Console Terminal or Modem" section on page 3-30
Note
Slot and Port Numbers
Cisco 2900 series and 3900 series ISRs have built in ports and new slots. The new slots accommodate
new modules and interface cards; Enhanced High-Speed WAN Interface Cards (EHWICs), Internal
Services Modules (ISMs), Packet Voice Data Modules (PVDM3), and Service Modules (SMs). See the
"Slot, Port, and Interface Information" section on page 1-28
Software Licenses
To use the following features on Cisco Integrated Services Routers, you must purchase a software
package.
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See the
A Microsoft Windows USB driver must be installed before you establish physical connectivity
between the router and the PC.
Gatekeeper
IPS (subscription)
SSL_VPN (counted)
SNA Switching
"Getting Software Licenses for the Router" section on page 6-1
for instructions.
for slot and port numbering.
for more information.
Cisco 2900 and 3900 Series Hardware Installation

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