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Installing the Router
This chapter provides procedures for installing the Cisco ASR 1001-HX Router and Cisco ASR 1002-HX
Router on an equipment shelf, tabletop, or in an equipment rack.
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Guidelines for a Standalone Equipment Shelf or Tabletop Installation, page 50
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Installing the Router on a Standalone Equipment Shelf or Tabletop, page 51
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Guidelines for Rack Installation, page 51
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Attaching the Front Rack-Mount Brackets, page 53
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Attaching the Rear Rack-Mount Brackets, page 55
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Mounting the Router in the Rack, page 57
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Attaching the Cable Management Bracket, page 62
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Chassis Ground Connection, page 64
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Installation Methods
The Cisco ASR 1001-HX Router and Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router are designed for standalone, 2-rail 19-inch
rack-mount (front rail only), and 4-rail 19-inch rack-mount (front and rear rail) installations.
Although rack-mounting is the preferred method of installation, you can mount the chassis on an equipment
shelf or tabletop.
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