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Cisco 2800 Series Hardware Documents: Introduction and Warnings
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  Audience
These documents describe several router platforms that are similar in functionality, but differ in the 
number of interfaces supported. Some information provided may not apply to your particular router 
model.
To access warranty, service, and support information, see the “Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty 
Terms” section on page10.
AudienceThis documentation is designed for the person installing, configuring, and maintaining the router, who 
should be familiar with electronic circuitry and wiring practices and has experience as an electronic or 
electromechanical technician. It identifies certain procedures that should be performed only by trained 
and qualified personnel. 
Topics Covered by Hardware DocumentsTable 1  lists the topics covered by these hardware documents.
Table1 Hardware Documentation for Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Topic Description
This document. Describes the features and warnings of 
Cisco 2800 series routers.
Overview of Cisco 2800 Series Routers Describes the features and specifications of Cisco2800 
series routers.
Preinstallation Requirements and 
Planning for Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Describes safety recommendations, site requirements, and 
required tools and equipment, and includes an installation 
checklist.
Port and Cable Information for 
Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Provides information about cables needed to install your 
Cisco 2800 series router.
Chassis Installation Procedures for 
Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Describes how to install your Cisco 2800 series router on a 
desktop, in a rack, or on a wall.
Cable Connection Procedures for 
Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Describes how to connect your Cisco 2800 series router to 
a power source and to networks and external devices.
Power Up and Initial Configuration 
Procedures for Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Describes how to power up your Cisco 2800 series router 
and perform an initial configuration to provide network 
access.
Troubleshooting Cisco 2800 Series 
Routers
Describes how to isolate problems, read LEDs, and 
interpret error and recovery messages.
Installing Network Modules in 
Cisco 2800 Series Routers
Contains links to the procedures for installing network 
modules in external chassis slots.
Installing Interface Cards in Cisco 2800 
Series Routers
Contains links to the procedures for installing the various 
types of interface card in external chassis slots.