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Cisco 7206 Installation and Configuration Guide
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Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
Site Requirements
Figure 2-1
Cisco 7206 Footprint and Outer Dimensions
When planning your rack installation, consider the following guidelines:
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Install the Cisco 7206 in an open rack whenever possible. If installation in an enclosed rack is
unavoidable, ensure that the rack has adequate ventilation.
Note
To prevent chassis overheating, never install the Cisco 7206 in an enclosed rack or room that
is not properly ventilated or air conditioned.
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If you plan to use an equipment shelf, ensure that the shelf is constructed to support the weight and
dimensions of the chassis.
Figure 2-1
shows the chassis footprint, which you will need if you are
designing a customized shelf. We recommend that you use the rack-mount kit designed for the
Cisco 7206.
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Allow sufficient clearance around the rack for maintenance. If the rack is mobile, you can push it
back near a wall or cabinet for normal operation and pull it out for maintenance (installing or moving
port adapters, connecting cables, or replacing or upgrading components). Otherwise, allow 19
inches (48.3 cm) of clearance to remove Cisco 7206 FRUs.
H6238
Card cage and I/O
controller width
13.5 in. (34.29 cm)
Network processing engine width
13.8 in. (35.05 cm)
Chassis depth (including cable service loop
and port adapter cables) 26 in. (66.04 cm)
Chassis depth 17.0 in. (43.18 cm)
Fan tray depth 15.81 in.
(40.16 cm)
Chassis width
16.8 in. (42.67 cm)
