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Cisco 12006 and Cisco 12406 Router Installation and Configuration Guide
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Chapter 3 Installing the Router
Installing a Router
Installing the Rack-Mount Brackets (Optional)The router accessory kit includes a pair of rack-mount brackets that can be used
as a temporary aid to bear the weight of the router while it is being positioned in
the equipment rack and secured. The use of these mounting brackets is optional;
you can install the router in the rack without using these brackets. These brackets
can be left in place following router installation.
Tools and Equipment Required
You need the following items to install the optional rack-mount brackets:
• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
• Tape measure (optional)
• Level (optional)
Installing the Optional Rack-Mount Brackets
To install the rack-mount brackets, see Figure 3-1 and follow these steps:
Step 1 Measure and mark the hole at the same height on both the left and right rack rails.
Step 2 Mount the right mounting bracket:
a. Hold the right rack-mount bracket against the right rack rail and align the
bottom screw hole in the bracket with the marked screw hole on the rail.
b. Insert a screw through the bottom hole in the bracket and finger tighten the
screw.
c. Insert and finger tighten a second screw in the top hole in the bracket.
Step 3 Follow Step 2a through Step 2 c to mount the left rack-mount bracket.
Step 4 Use a level to verify that the tops of the two brackets are level, or use a measuring
tape to verify that both brackets are the same distance from the tops of both rack
rails.
Step 5 Use a screwdriver to tighten all the screws.