Juniper Networks ERX-1440, ERX-1410, ERX-700, ERX-705 Installing the ERX System, Before You Begin

Installing the ERX	2
System

This chapter provides procedures for installing the ERX-1400 series and the ERX-700 series either as freestanding devices or in a distribution rack.

Topic	Page
Before You Begin	2-1
Unpacking the ERX-1400 Series	2-1
Unpacking the ERX-700 Series	2-4
Freestanding Installation	2-5
Rack-Mounted Installation	2-6
The Next Step	2-10

Before You Begin

Before you begin unpacking the system, be sure you have the following items:

•A No. 2 Phillips screwdriver

•A utility knife

Unpacking the ERX-1400 Series

The ERX-1400 series come boxed, bolted, and strapped to a skid. See

Figure 2-1.

For your convenience, we recommend that you unpack the ERX system in the location where you want to install it.