Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Hardware Installation Guide - Installing the ASA 5580 [Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances]

Table Of Contents

Installing the ASA 5580

Installing the Chassis

Connecting Interface Cables

Rack-Mounting the Chassis

Installing the ASA 5580

Installing the Chassis

This section contains the following topics:

•Connecting Interface Cables

•Rack-Mounting the Chassis

Connecting Interface Cables

This section describes how to connect the appropriate cables to the Console, Management, copper Ethernet, and fiber Ethernet ports.

To connect cables to the network interfaces, perform the following steps:

Step 1 Place the chassis on a flat, stable surface, or in a rack (if you are rack-mounting it).

Step 2 Connect to the Management port.

The Cisco ASA 5580 has a dedicated interface for device management that is referred to as the Management0/0 port. The management ports (Management0/0 port and Management 0/1) are Fast Ethernet interfaces. The management ports are similar to the Console port, but they only accept traffic that is destined to-the-box (versus traffic that is through-the-box). Management0/0 (MGMT0/0) is the command and control port.

Note You can configure any interface to be a management-only interface using the management-only command. You can also disable management-only configuration mode on the management interface. For more information about this command, see the management-only command in the Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Command Reference.

a. Locate an Ethernet cable, which has an RJ-45 connector on each end.

b. Connect one RJ-45 connector to the Management0/0 port, as shown in Figure 3-1.

c. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer or to your management network.

Note When connecting a computer directly to the managment port on the adaptive security appliance, use a crossover Ethernet cable. When connecting a computer to the adaptive security appliance through a hub or switch, use a straight through Ethernet cable to connect the hub or switch to the management port on the the adaptive security appliance.

Figure 3-1 Connecting to the Management Port

Caution Management and console ports are privileged administrative ports. Connecting them to an untrusted network can create security concerns.

Step 3 Connect to the Console port. Use the Console port to connect to a computer to enter configuration commands.

a. Before connecting a computer or terminal to any ports, check to determine the baud rate of the serial port. The baud rate of the computer or terminal must match the default baud rate (9600 baud) of the Console port of the Cisco ASA 5580.

Set up the terminal as follows: 9600 baud (default), 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bits, and Flow Control (FC) = Hardware.

b. Connect the RJ-45 to a DB-9 adapter connector to the Console port and connect the other end to the DB-9 connector on your computer, as shown in Figure 3-2.

Note You can use a 180/rollover or straight-through patch cable to connect the appliance to a port on a terminal server with RJ-45 or hydra cable assembly connections. Connect the appropriate cable from the Console port on the appliance to a port on the terminal server.

Figure 3-2 Connection of the RJ-45 to a DB-9 Adapter

Step 4 Connect to copper and fiber Ethernet ports to be used for network connections. Copper and Fiber Ethernet ports are available in slots 3 to slot 8.

By default, the ASA 5580 ships with slot 3 through slot 8 available. You can purchase bundles for the I/O adapter options. See Optimizing Performance in Chapter 2, "Maximizing Throughput on the ASA 5580".

a. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port in slots 3 through 8, as shown in Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3 Copper Ethernet or a Fiber Ethernet Interface

b. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cables to a network device, such as a router or switch.

Step 5 Install the electrical cables at the back of the Cisco ASA 5580. Attach the power cables and plug them in to a power source (we recommend a UPS), as shown in Figure 3-4.

Figure 3-4

Electrical Cable Installation

Step 6 Power on the chassis.

Rack-Mounting the Chassis

This section describes how to rack-mount and install the Cisco ASA 5580.

Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety.

The following information can help plan equipment rack installation:

•Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance.

•When mounting a device in an enclosed rack ensure adequate ventilation. An enclosed rack should never be overcrowded. Make sure that the rack is not congested, because each unit generates heat.

•When mounting a device in an open rack, make sure that the rack frame does not block the intake or exhaust ports.

•If the rack contains only one unit, mount the unit at the bottom of the rack.

•If the rack is partially filled, load the rack from the bottom to the top, with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.

•If the rack contains stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers prior to mounting or servicing the unit in the rack.

Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that the power source is off. (AC or DC). To ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the OFF position.

Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety:
This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.
When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack.
If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Statement 1006
This procedure requires two or more people to position the Cisco ASA 5580 on the slide assemblies before pushing it in to the rack.

To install the Cisco ASA 5580 in the rack, perform the following steps:

Step 1 Attach the chassis side rail to the Cisco ASA 5580 by aligning the chassis rail to the stud on the Cisco ASA 5580, pressing the chassis side rail in to the stud, and then sliding the chassis side rail backwards until you hear the latch catch, as shown in Figure 3-5.

Figure 3-5

Chassis Side Rail Attachment

Note The tapered end of the chassis side rail should be at the back of the Cisco ASA 5580. The chassis side rail is held in place by the inner latch.

Step 2 Repeat Step 1 for each chassis side rail.

Step 3 To remove the chassis side rail, lift the latch, and slide the rail forward, as shown in Figure 3-6.

Figure 3-6

Removal from the Chassis Side Rail

Step 4 If you are installing the Cisco ASA 5580 in a shallow rack, one that is less than 28.5 in. (72.39 cm), remove the screw from the inside of the slide assembly before continuing with Step 5, as shown in Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7

Screw Inside the Slide Assembly

Step 5 Attach the slide assemblies to the rack, as shown in Figure 3-8.

For round- and square-hole racks:

c. Line up the studs on the slide assembly with the holes on the inside of the rack and snap into place.

d. Adjust the slide assembly lengthwise to fit the rack. The spring latch locks the slide assembly into position.

Figure 3-8 Slide Assembly Attachment

e. Repeat for each slide assembly.

Make sure the slide assemblies line up with each other in the rack.

f. Lift the spring latch to release the slide assembly if you need to reposition it.

For threaded-hole racks:

a. Remove the eight round- or square-hole studs on each slide assembly using a standard screwdriver, as shown in Figure 3-9.

Note You may need a pair of pliers to hold the retaining nut.

Figure 3-9

Attachment in Threaded Hole Racks

b. Line up the bracket on the slide assembly with the rack holes, install two screws (top and bottom) on each end of the slide assembly, as shown in Figure 3-10.

Figure 3-10

Lining up the Bracket

c. Repeat for each slide assembly.

Step 6 Extend the slide assemblies out of the rack, as shown in Figure 3-11.

Figure 3-11

Slide Assemblies Extended

Step 7 Align the chassis side rails on the Cisco ASA 5580 with the slide assembly on both sides of the rack, release the blue slide tab (by either pulling the tab forward or pushing the tab back), and carefully push the Cisco ASA 5580 in to place, as shown in Figure 3-12.

Warning When installing a Cisco ASA 5580 in an empty rack, you must support the Cisco ASA 5580 from the front until the blue slide tabs are activated and the Cisco ASA 5580 is pushed completely in to the rack, or the rack can tip.

Figure 3-12 Alignment of the Chassis Side Rails

Caution Keep the Cisco ASA 5580 parallel to the floor as you slide it into the rails. Tilting the Cisco ASA 5580 up or down can damage the slide rails.

	Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Hardware Installation Guide
	Installing the ASA 5580
Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Hardware Installation Guide About This Guide ASA 5580 Preparing for Installation Installing the ASA 5580 Maintenance and Upgrade Procedures Cable Pinouts Index	Download this chapter Installing the ASA 5580 Download the complete book Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Hardware Installation Guide (PDF - 4 MB) Table Of Contents Installing the ASA 5580 Installing the Chassis Connecting Interface Cables Rack-Mounting the Chassis Installing the ASA 5580 Installing the Chassis This section contains the following topics: •Connecting Interface Cables •Rack-Mounting the Chassis Connecting Interface Cables This section describes how to connect the appropriate cables to the Console, Management, copper Ethernet, and fiber Ethernet ports. To connect cables to the network interfaces, perform the following steps: Step 1 Place the chassis on a flat, stable surface, or in a rack (if you are rack-mounting it). Step 2 Connect to the Management port. The Cisco ASA 5580 has a dedicated interface for device management that is referred to as the Management0/0 port. The management ports (Management0/0 port and Management 0/1) are Fast Ethernet interfaces. The management ports are similar to the Console port, but they only accept traffic that is destined to-the-box (versus traffic that is through-the-box). Management0/0 (MGMT0/0) is the command and control port. Note You can configure any interface to be a management-only interface using the management-only command. You can also disable management-only configuration mode on the management interface. For more information about this command, see the management-only command in the Cisco ASA 5580 Adaptive Security Appliance Command Reference. a. Locate an Ethernet cable, which has an RJ-45 connector on each end. b. Connect one RJ-45 connector to the Management0/0 port, as shown in Figure 3-1. c. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer or to your management network. Note When connecting a computer directly to the managment port on the adaptive security appliance, use a crossover Ethernet cable. When connecting a computer to the adaptive security appliance through a hub or switch, use a straight through Ethernet cable to connect the hub or switch to the management port on the the adaptive security appliance. Figure 3-1 Connecting to the Management Port Caution Management and console ports are privileged administrative ports. Connecting them to an untrusted network can create security concerns. Step 3 Connect to the Console port. Use the Console port to connect to a computer to enter configuration commands. a. Before connecting a computer or terminal to any ports, check to determine the baud rate of the serial port. The baud rate of the computer or terminal must match the default baud rate (9600 baud) of the Console port of the Cisco ASA 5580. Set up the terminal as follows: 9600 baud (default), 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bits, and Flow Control (FC) = Hardware. b. Connect the RJ-45 to a DB-9 adapter connector to the Console port and connect the other end to the DB-9 connector on your computer, as shown in Figure 3-2. Note You can use a 180/rollover or straight-through patch cable to connect the appliance to a port on a terminal server with RJ-45 or hydra cable assembly connections. Connect the appropriate cable from the Console port on the appliance to a port on the terminal server. Figure 3-2 Connection of the RJ-45 to a DB-9 Adapter Step 4 Connect to copper and fiber Ethernet ports to be used for network connections. Copper and Fiber Ethernet ports are available in slots 3 to slot 8. By default, the ASA 5580 ships with slot 3 through slot 8 available. You can purchase bundles for the I/O adapter options. See Optimizing Performance in Chapter 2, "Maximizing Throughput on the ASA 5580". a. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port in slots 3 through 8, as shown in Figure 3-3. Figure 3-3 Copper Ethernet or a Fiber Ethernet Interface b. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cables to a network device, such as a router or switch. Step 5 Install the electrical cables at the back of the Cisco ASA 5580. Attach the power cables and plug them in to a power source (we recommend a UPS), as shown in Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 Electrical Cable Installation Step 6 Power on the chassis. Rack-Mounting the Chassis This section describes how to rack-mount and install the Cisco ASA 5580. Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety. The following information can help plan equipment rack installation: •Allow clearance around the rack for maintenance. •When mounting a device in an enclosed rack ensure adequate ventilation. An enclosed rack should never be overcrowded. Make sure that the rack is not congested, because each unit generates heat. •When mounting a device in an open rack, make sure that the rack frame does not block the intake or exhaust ports. •If the rack contains only one unit, mount the unit at the bottom of the rack. •If the rack is partially filled, load the rack from the bottom to the top, with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack. •If the rack contains stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers prior to mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that the power source is off. (AC or DC). To ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the OFF position. Warning To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack. When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack. If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Statement 1006 This procedure requires two or more people to position the Cisco ASA 5580 on the slide assemblies before pushing it in to the rack. To install the Cisco ASA 5580 in the rack, perform the following steps: Step 1 Attach the chassis side rail to the Cisco ASA 5580 by aligning the chassis rail to the stud on the Cisco ASA 5580, pressing the chassis side rail in to the stud, and then sliding the chassis side rail backwards until you hear the latch catch, as shown in Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5 Chassis Side Rail Attachment Note The tapered end of the chassis side rail should be at the back of the Cisco ASA 5580. The chassis side rail is held in place by the inner latch. Step 2 Repeat Step 1 for each chassis side rail. Step 3 To remove the chassis side rail, lift the latch, and slide the rail forward, as shown in Figure 3-6. Figure 3-6 Removal from the Chassis Side Rail Step 4 If you are installing the Cisco ASA 5580 in a shallow rack, one that is less than 28.5 in. (72.39 cm), remove the screw from the inside of the slide assembly before continuing with Step 5, as shown in Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7 Screw Inside the Slide Assembly Step 5 Attach the slide assemblies to the rack, as shown in Figure 3-8. For round- and square-hole racks: c. Line up the studs on the slide assembly with the holes on the inside of the rack and snap into place. d. Adjust the slide assembly lengthwise to fit the rack. The spring latch locks the slide assembly into position. Figure 3-8 Slide Assembly Attachment e. Repeat for each slide assembly. Make sure the slide assemblies line up with each other in the rack. f. Lift the spring latch to release the slide assembly if you need to reposition it. For threaded-hole racks: a. Remove the eight round- or square-hole studs on each slide assembly using a standard screwdriver, as shown in Figure 3-9. Note You may need a pair of pliers to hold the retaining nut. Figure 3-9 Attachment in Threaded Hole Racks b. Line up the bracket on the slide assembly with the rack holes, install two screws (top and bottom) on each end of the slide assembly, as shown in Figure 3-10. Figure 3-10 Lining up the Bracket c. Repeat for each slide assembly. Step 6 Extend the slide assemblies out of the rack, as shown in Figure 3-11. Figure 3-11 Slide Assemblies Extended Step 7 Align the chassis side rails on the Cisco ASA 5580 with the slide assembly on both sides of the rack, release the blue slide tab (by either pulling the tab forward or pushing the tab back), and carefully push the Cisco ASA 5580 in to place, as shown in Figure 3-12. Warning When installing a Cisco ASA 5580 in an empty rack, you must support the Cisco ASA 5580 from the front until the blue slide tabs are activated and the Cisco ASA 5580 is pushed completely in to the rack, or the rack can tip. Figure 3-12 Alignment of the Chassis Side Rails Caution Keep the Cisco ASA 5580 parallel to the floor as you slide it into the rails. Tilting the Cisco ASA 5580 up or down can damage the slide rails.
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