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Chapter 2
Preparing for Installation
Electrostatic Discharge Prevention
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage
occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent
failures.
Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when you remove and replace components. Ensure that the
chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it
makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to
safely ground unwanted ESD voltages. To guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist strap and
cord must operate properly. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the metal part of
the chassis.
Caution
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 and
10 megohms (Mohm).
Figure 2-1
Chassis Lifting Guidelines
A fully configured Cisco uBR7100 series router weighs approximately 32 pounds (14.5 kg). The chassis
is not intended to be moved frequently. Before you install the router, ensure that your site is properly
prepared so you can avoid having to move the chassis later to accommodate power sources and network
connections.
Whenever you lift the chassis or any heavy object, follow these guidelines:
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Figure 2-1
illustrates how to attach an electrostatic discharge wrist strap.
Attaching an Electrostatic Discharge Wrist Strap
ESD
connection
socket
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Always disconnect all external cables before lifting or moving the chassis.
Ensure that your footing is solid, and balance the weight of the object between your feet.
Lift the chassis slowly; never move suddenly or twist your body as you lift.
Keep your back straight and lift with your legs, not your back. If you must bend down to lift the
chassis, bend at the knees, not at the waist, to reduce the strain on your lower back muscles.
Lift the chassis from the bottom; grasp the underside of the chassis exterior with both hands.
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