Cisco Catalyst 8300 Series

CHAPTER 2
Prepare for Installation
This chapter provides preinstallation information, such as recommendations and requirements that must be
met before installing your platform. Before you begin, inspect all items for shipping damage. If anything
appears to be damaged or if you encounter problems installing or configuring your platform, contact customer
service.
• Standard Warning Statements, on page 15
• Safety Recommendations, on page 20
• General Site Requirements, on page 21
• Rack Requirements, on page 23
• Router Environmental Requirements, on page 23
• Power Guidelines and Requirements, on page 24
• Network Cabling Specifications, on page 24
• Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance, on page 26
Standard Warning Statements
This section describes the warning definition and then lists core safety warnings grouped by topic.
Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be
familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Read the installation instructions before using,
installing or connecting the system to the power source. Use the statement number provided at the end
of each warning statement to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings for this device.
Note: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Statement 1071
Warning
General Safety Warnings
Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Statement 1004
Warning
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