Unpacking and Inspection

OnSite Series Getting Started Guide	3 • Installation Overview

Introduction

This chapter provides the procedures for installing the OnSite OS-10 system.

Do not unpack the OS-10 system until you are ready to install it. If the ﬁnal installation site will not be ready for some time, keep the chassis in its shipping container to prevent accidental damage. When you are ready to install the unit, proceed with unpacking it.

Note Do not discard the shipping cartons when you unpack the OS-10 sys- tem. Flatten and store them. You will need the containers if you need to move or ship the system. Repacking instructions will be provided in your return material authorization (RMA) paperwork.

To check the contents of the shipping cartons, follow these steps:

1.Check the contents of the shipping container and accessories box or bag against the content list and the packing slip which were included with your unit.

2.Verify that you received all listed equipment, including the following:

–OS-10 Series documentation (if ordered)

–Optional equipment that you ordered, such as network interface cables, or special connectors

3.Inspect all items for shipping damage.

Note If anything appears to be damaged or you encounter problems install- ing or conﬁguring your OS-10 Series chassis, contact customer ser- vice.

4.Check the expansion modules that may be located in each slot. Ensure that the conﬁguration matches the packing list and that all speciﬁed interfaces are included.

Site Preparation

This section describes the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and operation of your OnSite OS-10 Series equipment. Ensure that the site is properly prepared before beginning installation.

The requirements described in this chapter are intended for the personnel responsible for installing and man- aging the network hardware. A working knowledge of telecommunications and local area network (LAN) operations and a familiarity with communications protocols that are used on interconnected networks are assumed. Installation, maintenance, and removal of a chassis, or its components must be done by qualiﬁed ser- vice personnel only. Qualiﬁed personnel have had appropriate technical training and experience that is neces- sary to be aware of the hazards to which they are exposed when performing a task and of measures to minimize the danger to themselves and other people. By carefully planning your site, you can maximize the performance of your existing network and ensure that it is ready to migrate to future service and capacity upgrades.

Introduction