Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module

This section provides information before and during the installation of Cisco Catalyst Pluggable Interface Module (PIM) on the Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers.

For additional information on the supported NIMs, see the Cisco 8300 Series Secure Routers' datasheet on cisco.com for a list of supported PIMs on the platforms.

To prevent hazardous conditions, follow these safety recommendations while working with this equipment:

• Keep tools away from walk areas where you or others could fall over them.

• Do not wear loose clothing around the router. Fasten your tie or scarf and roll up your sleeves to prevent clothing from being caught in the chassis.

• Wear safety glasses when working under any conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.

• Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before you start working. If an electrical accident occurs, shut the power off.

• Before working on the router, turn off the power and unplug the power cord.

• Disconnect all power sources before doing the following:

  • Installing or removing a router chassis

  • Working near power supplies

• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.

• Always check that power is disconnected from a circuit.

• Remove possible hazards from your work area, such as damp floors, ungrounded power extension cables, or missing safety grounds.

• If an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:

  • Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.

  • Turn off power to the room using the emergency power-off switch.

  • Determine the condition of the victim and send another person to get medical aid or call for help.

  • Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate action.

You will need the following tools and equipment while working with the Cisco C-NIM-1X NIM:

• Number 1 Phillips screwdriver or a small flat-blade screwdriver

• ESD-preventive wrist strap