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4-1

Catalyst 6500 Series Switch SIP, SSC, and SPA Hardware Installation Guide

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Preparing to Install a SIP, SSC, or SPA

This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing

SIPs, SSCs, and SPAs. This chapter contains the following sections:

• Required Tools and Equipment, page 4-1

• Safety Guidelines, page 4-1

• Laser/LED Safety, page 4-3

Required Tools and Equipment

You need the following tools and parts to install SIPs and SPAs. If you need additional equipment,

contact a service representative for ordering information.

• Shared port adapter interface processor (SIP)

• Shared port adapter (SPA)

• SPA Services Card (SSC)

• Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver

• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

• Torque screwdriver with range from 8 to 12 inch-pounds (90 to 135 Newton-centimeters)

• Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD)-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist

strap supplied with the SIP or SPA

• Antistatic mat

• Antistatic container

Safety Guidelines

This section provides safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that

connects to electrical power or telephone wiring. This section contains the following topics:

• Safety Warnings, page 4-2

• Electrical Equipment Guidelines, page 4-2

• Telephone Wiring Guidelines, page 4-2

• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage, page 4-3

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