3
Installation Guidelines
and Requirements
This chapter reviews preinstallation considerations such as electrical,
environmental, and safety compliances for E-series routers. For complete
system specifications, refer to Chapter 11, System Specifications.
Your Preinstallation Responsibilities
Complete the following tasks before installing the system:
• Verify that the electrical supply meets all AC and DC power
requirements. See Chapter 11, System Specifications.
• Verify that the site meets all environment specifications. See
Environmental Requirements later in this chapter and Chapter 11,
System Specifications.
• Verify that the cables you plan to use meet the specifications, and
review the cabling recommendations. See Cabling Recommendations
later in this chapter.
• Verify the operation of all telephone circuits, digital services, and T1
facilities required for installation.
Topic Page
Your Preinstallation Responsibilities 3-1
Environmental Requirements 3-2
Regulatory Compliances 3-2
Safety Guidelines 3-3
Equipment Rack Requirements 3-4
Cabling Recommendations 3-8