Chapter 2
Preparing to Install the Router
Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance
You need the following tools and equipment to install and upgrade the router and its components:
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In addition, depending on the type of modules you plan to use, you might need the following equipment
to connect a port to an external network:
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ESD-preventive cord and wrist strap
Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdrivers: small, about 3/16-in. (0.5 cm) and medium, about 1/4-in. (0.6-cm)
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To install or remove modules
To remove the cover or mainboard tray, if you are upgrading memory or other components
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Screws that fit your rack
Wire crimper
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AWG 6 (13 mm
) wire to connect the router chassis to earth ground
Cables for connection to the WAN and LAN ports (dependent on configuration)
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For more information on cable specifications, see the online document
Access Router Cable Specifications
Ethernet hub or PC with a network interface card for connection to the Ethernet (LAN) ports
Console terminal (an ASCII terminal or a PC running terminal emulation software) configured for
9600 bps, 8 data bits, no parity, and 2 stop bits
Modem for connection to the auxiliary port for remote administrative access (optional)
Token Ring media attachment unit (MAU) for any Token Ring interfaces installed in your router
Data service unit (DSU) or channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU) as appropriate for
serial interfaces
External CSU for any CT1/PRI modules without a built-in CSU
NT1 device for ISDN BRI S/T interfaces (if not supplied by your service provider)
Required Tools and Equipment for Installation and Maintenance
located on Cisco.com.
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