Cisco 1000 Series

Install and Upgrade Internal Modules and Field
Replaceable Units
The Cisco 1100 Series Integrated Services Routers have internal modules and field-replaceable units (FRUs)
that can be quickly and easily removed and replaced without having to send the entire router for repair.
This section describes how to install the internal modules and FRUs in the Cisco 1100 Series ISRs. The
information is contained in the following sections:
• Replace the Chassis Covers for C111X and C1111x, on page 1
• External Modules, on page 4
• Install and Remove Small Form Pluggable Modules, on page 5
• Install an LTE Pluggable Module, on page 6
Replace the Chassis Covers for C111X and C1111x
To access the internal modules on the router, you must first remove the chassis cover. See the instructions
below on how to remove and later replace the chassis cover on the routers.
Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace or service this equipment. Statement
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Warning
Cisco 1100 Series ISRs have removable covers. Do not run the routers with the cover off. Doing so can cause
the router to overheat very quickly.
Use a number-2 Phillips screwdriver to perform the following tasks.
Install and Upgrade Internal Modules and Field Replaceable Units
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Cisco 1000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Cisco
Model	1000 Series
Category	Network Hardware
Language	English

Summary

Replace Cisco Router Chassis Covers

Remove Router Chassis Cover

Instructions for removing the router's chassis cover by unscrewing it.

Reinstall Router Chassis Cover

Steps to reattach the router's chassis cover after maintenance or module replacement.

Cisco Router External Modules

Locate External Module Slots

Details on identifying the locations of external module slots on the router.

Cisco SFP Module Installation and Removal

Install SFP Module

Procedure for installing optional small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) modules.

Remove SFP Module

Steps to safely disconnect and remove a small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) module.

Cisco LTE Pluggable Module Installation

Install LTE Pluggable Module on C1101-4 P

Step-by-step instructions for inserting an LTE pluggable module into a C1101-4P router.

Install Micro-SIM Card into LTE Module

Instructions for inserting a Micro-SIM card into an LTE pluggable module.

Install Micro-SIM into USB LTE Dongle

Insert Micro-SIM into LTE USB Dongle

Steps to insert a micro-SIM card into a USB LTE dongle for router use.

Cisco Router Antenna Rack Mounting

Rack Mount Antenna Options

Instructions for mounting the antenna on a rack, with options for different heights.

Cisco Router Antenna Wall Mounting

Connect Antenna to Cisco Router

Cisco Router Antenna Ceiling Mounting