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Cisco MGX 8800/8900 Series Hardware Installation Guide
Releases 2 - 5.2, Part Number OL-4545-01, Rev. H0, May 2006
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Preparing for Installation
This chapter lists the requirements for installing the CiscoMGX 8850, Cisco MGX 8850/B, Cisco MGX
8950, Cisco MGX 8830 and Cisco MGX 8830/B switches and their related components. It also lists
requirements for installing the Cisco MGX 8880 Media Gateway. The chapter includ es the following
sections:
•Safety Requirements, page 3-2
•Site Requirements for the MGX 8850 or MGX 8850/B Switch, page 3-1 0
•Site Requirements for the MGX 8950 Switch, page 3-28
•Site Requirements for a MGX 8830 or MGX 8830/B Switch, page 3-41
•Site Requirements for the MGX 8880 Media Gateway, page 3-55
•Unpacking the Box, page 3-69
•Verifying Contents, page 3-70
•Inspecting for Damage, page 3-70
Note The information in this guide does not apply to the MGX 8850 (PXM1) switch.
Warning
Only trained and qualified personnel should install or replace this equipment.
Warning
This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area is where
access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or
other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
Warning
Before you start the installation procedures, read the entire chapter for important information and
safetywarnings.