Chapter2 Installation
Preparing for Installation
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Preparing for Installation
This section provides information on safety, mounting of the router, and
unpacking of the router box.

Safety

This section provides safety warnings and electrostatic and router damage
information for the Cisco 836 and Cisco SOHO 96 routers.

Warnings

Before installing the router, read the following warnings:
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install or replace this
equipment.
Warning
Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power
source.
Warning
Before working on a system that has a standby/off switch, turn off the power
switch to standby and unplug the power cord.
Warning
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry
(including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when
connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal
object to the terminals.