Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
Installation Site Requirements
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Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes
the equipment unsafe.
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Never install equipment that appears damaged.
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Carefully examine your work area for possible hazards such as:
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Moist floors
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Ungrounded power extension cables
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Missing safety grounds.
Installation Hazards
Use these guidelines when working with equipment that is disconnected from a
power source, but is still connected to telephone or network wiring.
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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless you are sure the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Installation Site Requirements
This section provides site requirement guidelines that you must consider before
installing the Cisco 12404 router.
Rack-Mounting and Ventilation Guidelines
Before installing the Cisco 12404 Internet router in a rack, consider the following
general rack-mounting guidelines.
As you face the rear of the chassis, the fan tray assembly is located on the right
side. Air flow to the air filter and fan tray assembly should not be blocked.
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