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Cisco Metro 1500 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter3 Installing the Chassis Before Installing
Upon receipt, inspect the equipment as follows:
Step 1 Take inventory.
Compare the equipment inside with the packing slip and the equipment list
providedby customer service. If there are any discrepancies, notify the Customer
Service Center.
Step 2 Check for external damage.
Visually check all components and immediately report any shipping damage to
your customer service representative. Have the following information ready:
•Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
•Model and serial number of the damaged unit
•Description of damage
•Effect of damage on the installation
Maintaining a Network Record
Fill out all the required information in Appendix E, “Unit Maintenance and
NetworkRecord,” so you will have a record of all of your hardware, configuration
options, and network settings.
Mounting the System
Theunit is designed for rack-mounting in a cabinet. We recommend mounting up
to four units in one vertical rack and using chassis runners or telescopic slides.
Use star-type lock washers on the rack screws to ensure a good conductive
connectionbetween the unit and the rack. For further information about installing
the units in a customer cabinet, see the instructions from the
cabinet manufacturer.