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Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller Installation Guide
Chapter 1 Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller Installation Guide
Required Tools and Information

Warnings

The warnings below are general warnings that are applicable to the entire guide. Specific warnings are
included in the sections to which they apply.
Warning
There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with
the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions. Statement 1015
Warning
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Statement 1030
Warning
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
Statement 1040
Warning
Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Regulatory and Safety

Note Refer to Appendix A for translated safety information for the Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller.
Note Refer to Appendix B for regulatory information for the Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller.

Required Tools and Information

This section lists the required hardware and other information that you need to install and setup the
controller.

Required Hardware

You need the following equipment to install a Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller in an Electronics
Industries Alliance (EIA) rack:
A Cisco 8500 Series Wireless Controller
Network cables