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Installing the Router
This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that
Warning
the protective device is rated not greater than: 120 VAC, 20A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international).
Statement 1005
Following are the steps for installing a Cisco 7201 router on a workbench or tabletop:
Step 1
Remove any debris and dust from the tabletop or workbench, as well as the surrounding area. Also make
sure your path between the router and its new location is unobstructed.
Step 2
On the chassis, ensure that the port adapter lever is in the locked position.
Step 3
Lift the chassis by placing your hands around the chassis sides and lifting the chassis from underneath.
To prevent injury, avoid sudden twists or moves.
Step 4
Place the router on the tabletop or workbench.
Step 5
Ensure that there is at least 3 inches (7.62 cm) of clearance at the inlet and exhaust vents of the router
and no exhaust air from other equipment will be drawn into the chassis. Also, ensure that there is
approximately 19 inches (48.26 cm) of clearance at the front and rear of the chassis.
This completes the general tabletop or workbench installation. Go to the
Connection" section on page 2-12
Rack-Mounting a Cisco 7201 Router
The chassis mounts to two rack posts with brackets that attach to either the front or the rear sides of the
chassis. The inside width between the two posts or mounting strips (left and right) must be at least
19 inches (48.26 cm).
Some equipment racks provide a power strip along the length of one of the mounting strips.
shows a typical four-post equipment rack with a power strip along one of the back posts. If your rack has
this feature, consider the position of the strip when planning fastener points to ensure that you will be
able to pull the port adapter, SFP module, USB module, or CompactFlash Disk straight out of their
respective slots.
The inlet and exhaust ports for cooling air are located on the front and rear of the chassis, respectively,
so multiple routers can be stacked in a rack with little or no vertical clearance.
Before beginning the installation, determine the type of rack you are using and whether or not you want
the chassis front- or rear-mounted.
Note
To use the cable-management bracket with the Cisco 7201 router rear-mounted, you must purchase a
second rack-mount kit, attach a rack-mount bracket to the left front of the chassis, and attach the
cable-management bracket to it. See the
for cable-management bracket installation instructions.
Cisco 7201 Installation and Configuration Guide
2-6
for the next step in installing the Cisco 7201 router.
"Attaching the Cable-Management Bracket" section on page 2-8
Chapter 2
Installing the Cisco 7201 Router
"Attaching a Chassis Ground
Figure 2-7
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