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Installing Universal Interface Modules (UIMs)
This section discusses how the Cisco Catalyst Industrial Router 8140 Heavy Duty Series Router (IR8140H
router) supports up to three Universal Interface Modules (UIMs) that enable Neighborhood Area Network
(NAN) connections from the router to field devices such as meters and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs),
and from the router to the central utility station or data management center.
These topics are discussed:
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Installing or Replacing Modules, on page 43
•
Installing Modules in the Router, on page 43
Installing or Replacing Modules
The router supports up to three Universal Interface Modules (UIMs). Depending on the configuration, your
router could arrive in the shipping container with all required modules already installed. However, you might
need to install a module when you:
• Add modules to your current installation.
• Replace a faulty module.
Installing Modules in the Router
This section provides general instructions for installing modules in the router.
Preparing to Install Modules
Before installing modules in the router, ensure that the following guidelines have been met:
• Verify that there is adequate airflow around the router. See
Installation Safety and Site Preparation, on
• Make sure the router is powered off.
• When modules are installed in a closed assembly (such as inside the router), the temperature around it
might be higher than normal room temperature.
• The installation environment humidity must not exceed 95% (non-condensing).
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