Contents
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Hardware Installation Guide for the Cisco 4451-X Integrated Services Router
Additional Slots
1-20
Subslot/Bay Numbering
1-20
Gigabit Ethernet Management
1-20
About Fixed Interfaces
1-20
Specifications
1-20
Periodic Inspection and Cleaning
1-25
C H A P T E R
2
Preparing for Router Installation
2-1
Standard Warning Statements
2-1
General Safety Warnings
2-1
Safety Recommendations
2-5
Safety with Electricity
2-5
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
2-7
General Site Requirements
2-7
General Precautions
2-7
Site Selection Guidelines
2-7
Site Environmental Requirements
2-8
Physical Characteristics
2-9
Rack Requirements
2-9
Router Environmental Requirements
2-10
Power Guidelines and Requirements
2-11
Network Cabling Specifications
2-11
Console and Auxiliary Port Considerations
2-12
Console Port Connections
2-12
Auxiliary Port Connections
2-13
Preparing for Network Connections
2-14
Ethernet Connections
2-14
Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance
2-14
Installation Checklist
2-16
Creating a Site Log
2-17
C H A P T E R
3
Installing and Connecting the Router
3-1
What You Need to Know
3-3
Before You Begin
3-3
Unpacking the Router
3-4
Installing the Router
3-4
Rack-Mounting the Chassis
3-5
Attaching Rack-Mount Brackets
3-5
