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Installation Preparation
This chapter prepares you to install your ASA, and contains the following sections:
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Installation Warnings, page 17
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Safety Recommendations, page 18
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Site Environment , page 19
Installation Warnings
Be sure to read the
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
document before installing the ASA.
Take note of the following warnings:
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source.
Warning
Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units; disconnect
the power at the circuit breaker on DC units.
Warning
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces,
and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns
or weld the metal object to the terminals.
Warning
During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly
touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.
Warning
This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection to be provided as part of the building installation.
Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations.
Warning
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