Chapter 2 Preparing to Install the CiscoWorks 1130 Wireless LAN Solution Engine
Preparing Your Site for Installation
Preparing Your Site for Installation
This section describes the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and operation of your WLSE. Ensure that your site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
Environmental
When planning your site layout and equipment locations, keep in mind the precautions described in this section to help avoid equipment failures and reduce the possibility of environmentally caused shutdowns. If you are currently experiencing shutdowns or unusually high errors with your existing equipment, these precautions will help you isolate the cause of failures and prevent future problems.
Use the following precautions when planning the operating environment for your WLSE.
•Always follow the
•Make sure that the chassis cover is secure. The chassis is designed to allow cooling air to flow effectively within it. An open chassis allows air leaks, which could interrupt and redirect the flow of cooling air from internal components.
•Electrical equipment generates heat. Ambient air temperature might not be adequate to cool equipment to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation. Make sure that the room in which you operate has adequate air circulation.
Choosing a Site for Installation
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. Statement 1017
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