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PA-2FEISL 100BASE-T Fast Ethernet/ISL Port Adapter Installation and Configuration
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Preparing for Installation
This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing the
PA-2FEISL port adapter. This chapter contains the following sections:
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Required Tools and Equipment, page 2-1
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Software and Hardware Requirements, page 2-1
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FCC Class A Compliance, page 2-10
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and parts to install a port adapter. If you need additional equipment, contact
a service representative for ordering information.
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PA-2FEISL-TX(=) or PA-2FEISL-FX(=) port adapter.
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VIP2 (for installation in the Cisco 7000 series or Cisco 7500 series chassis only). (For information
about the specific VIP model that supports the PA-2FEISL, see the
Requirements” section on page 2-1
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Cables appropriate for the port adapter’s interfaces (RJ-45 and multimode optical-fiber cables are
not available from Cisco; they are available from commercial cable vendors).
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Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch, flat-blade screwdriver (for VIP2 installation only).
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Number 2 Phillips screwdriver.
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Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
upgrade kits, field-replaceable units (FRUs), and spares.
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Antistatic mat.
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Antistatic container.
Software and Hardware Requirements
lists the recommended minimum Cisco IOS software release required to use the PA-2FEISL
in supported router platforms.