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Cisco 7204 Installation and Configuration Guide
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Preparing for Installation
This chapter describes the equipment and site requirements for installing the Cisco 7204. The chapter
contains the following sections:
•Safety Recommendations, page 2-1
•Site Requirements, page 2-4
•Tools for Installation, page 2-10
•Initial Configuration Information, page 2-11
•Cisco 7204 Installation Checklist, page 2-11
•Checking the Shipping Container Contents, page 2-13
•Site Log, page 2-14
Before installing your Cisco 7204 you should consider the power and cabling requirements that must be
in place at your installation site, the equipment you will need to install the router, and the environmental
conditions your installation site must meet to maintain normal operation. This chapter guides you
through the process of preparing for your router installation.
Safety Recommendations
The following guidelines will help to ensure your safety and protect the equipment. This list does not
cover all potentially hazardous situations, so be alert.
•The installation of your Cisco 7204 should be in compliance with national and local electrical codes.
In the United States, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70, United States National
Electrical Code. In Canada, Canadian Electrical Code, part I, CC22.1. In other countries,
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 364, part 1 through part 7.
•Review the safety warnings listed in the document Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
for the Cisco 7200 Series Routers that accompanied your Cisco7204, before installing, configuring,
or maintaining the router.
•Never attempt to lift an object that might be too heavy for you to lift by yourself.
•Always turn all power supplies off (O) and unplug all power cables before opening t he c hassi s.
•Always unplug the power cable before installing or removing a chassis.
•Keep the chassis area clear and dust free during and after installation.
•Keep tools and chassis components away from walk areas.