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Console, Auxiliary, and USB Port Connections

The connections described in Table2 provide system management access.
Note The USB port (version 1.1) is intended for future use only.

Power Connections

Connect the router power cord to a 15A, 120 VAC power source or 10A, 240 VAC power source.
Warning
This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the
protective device is rated not greater than: 15A, 120VAC (10A, 240VAC).Statement 1005
Note The input voltage tolerance limits for AC power are 85 and 264 VAC.
6Power Up the Router

Checklist for Power Up

You are ready to power up the Cisco 1841 router after the following steps are completed:
Chassis is securely mounted and grounded. (See the “Install Chassis” section on page 4.)
Power and interface cables are connected. (See the “Connecting Cables” section on page 13.)
Make sure that the external CompactFlash memory card is properly seated into the slot. For installation instructions,refer
to the online Cisco 1800 series hardware installation documentation at the following URL:
http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/access/acs_mod/1800/hw/index.htm
PC with terminal emulation program is connected to the console port, powered up, and configuredfor 9600 baud, 8 data
bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control, and noparity.
Suitable PC COM port is selected in the terminal emulation program.
Note Forinitial power up, a direct console connection is recommended. After the initial configuration is completed, a remote
modem connection can be used for router management.
Caution Toensure adequate cooling, never operate the router unless the cover and all modules and cover plates are installed.
Table2 Console and Auxiliary Port Connections

Port or Connection Color or Type Connected To: Cable

Console Light blue PC or ASCII terminal communication
port (usually labeled COM) RJ-45-to-DB-9 console cable
Auxiliary Black Modem for remote access RJ-45-to-DB-9 console cable and
DB-9-to-DB-25 adapter
USB Peripheral devices USB cable