Getting Started
Installation
Cisco ISA500 Series Integrated Security Appliance Administration Guide
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Hardware Installation, page 22
Before You Begin
Before you begin the installation, make sure that you have the following
equipments and services:
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An active Internet account.
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Mounting kits and tools for installing the hardware. The kits packed with the
security appliance are used for desktop placement and rack mounting. The
kits include 4 rubber feet, 2 brackets, 2 silicon rubber spacers, 8 M3
screws, 4 M5 screws, and 4 washers.
NOTE
The Wall-mounting kit is not included.
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RJ-45 Ethernet cables (Category 5 or higher) for connecting computers,
WAN and LAN interfaces, or other devices.
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A computer with Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0, or Mozilla Firefox 3.6.x (or
later) for using the web-based Configuration Utility.
Installation Options
You can place your security appliance on a desktop, mount it on a wall, or mount it
in a rack. It includes the following topics:
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Placement Tips
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Ambient Temperature:
To prevent the security appliance from overheating,
do not operate it in an area that exceeds an ambient temperature of 104°F
(40°C).
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Air Flow:
Be sure that there is adequate air flow around the device.
