Cisco Systems 78-14784-02 manual Unpacking the Box

Chapter 2 Installation

Preparing for Installation

If cables are connected at one end only, do not touch the exposed pins at the unconnected end of the cable. This device is intended for use in residential and commercial environments only.

Caution Periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 and 10 megohms (Mohms).

Unpacking the Box

Table 2-1lists the items that come with your router. All these items are in the accessory kit that is inside the box that your router came in. If any of the items is missing or damaged, contact your customer service representative.

Table 2-1 Router Box Contents

•Power cord (black)

•Desktop power supply

•Console cable, RJ-45-to-DB-9 (light blue)

•Async modem cable for dial backup and remote management, RJ-45-to-DB-25 (light blue)

(ORDERED SEPARATELY)

•Two Ethernet cables (yellow)

•Product documentation

To prepare for installation, follow these steps:

Step 1 Obtain a broadband or Ethernet connection from your service provider.

Step 2 Remove the yellow Ethernet cables, light blue console cable, and product documentation from the plastic bag. Remove the desktop power supply and the black power cord from the accessory kit. Gather the Ethernet devices to be connected to the router: hub, servers, workstations, or PCs.

Step 3 If you plan to configure the software using IOS commands via the console port, provide a terminal or PC to connect to the console port.

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