Chapter 3 Installing the Router

Installing a Cisco XR 12404 Router

Installing the Chassis in a Rack

Use the following procedure to install the Cisco XR 12404 Router in a rack.

Warning Two or more people should install the router to minimize the risk of personal injury and damage to the equipment.

Step 1 Move the router as close to the installation location as possible without interfering with the installation process.

Step 2 With one person lifting from the front and one from the rear of the chassis, lift the chassis off the pallet and position the chassis in the rack.

Note A third person might be needed to assist in lifting and positioning the chassis in the rack, or to install the screws once the chassis is in position.

Step 3 Install the screws to secure the chassis to the rack

a.Look at the bottom mounting holes on the chassis. Align one of the holes with a mounting hole in the rack.

b.Install one of the mounting screws provided.

c.On the other side of the chassis adjust the position of the chassis so that the same mounting hole in the bottom group of mounting holes is aligned with a hole in the rack.

d.Install one of the mounting screws provided.

Step 4 Repeat Step 3a through Step 3d for additional mounting holes.

Step 5 Use a screwdriver to tighten all the screws.

 

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