Table Of Contents
Preparing for Installation
Safety
Warnings and Cautions
General Precautions
Maintaining Safety with Electricity
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing EMI
Preparing Your Site for Installation
Environmental
Choosing a Site for Installation
Grounding the System
Creating a Safe Environment
AC Power
Cabling
Precautions for Rack-Mounting
Precautions for Products with Modems, Telecommunications, or Local Area Network Options
Required Tools and Equipment
Preparing for Installation
This chapter describes the safety instructions and site requirements for installing Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine (ACS SE) 4.1, and guides you through installation preparation. It contains:
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Safety
•Preparing Your Site for Installation
•Precautions for Rack-Mounting
•Required Tools and Equipment
Safety
This section provides safety information for installing this product.
Warnings and Cautions
Read the installation instructions in this document before you connect the system to its power source. Failure to read and follow these guidelines could lead to an unsuccessful installation, and possibly damage the system and components.
You should observe the following safety guidelines when working with any equipment that connects to electrical power or telephone wiring. They can help you avoid injuring yourself or damaging the ACS SE.
Note The English warnings in this document are followed by a statement number. To see the translations of a warning into other languages, look up its statement number in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine.
The following warnings and cautions are provided to help you prevent injury to yourself or damage to the devices:
Warning IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device. Statement 1071
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Statement 10
Warning The device is designed to work with TN power systems. Statement 19
Warning Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units. Statement 246
Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Statement 1001
Warning This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection. Ensure that the protective device is rated not greater than: 120 VAC, 15A (U.S./CAN); 240 VAC, 10A (INTERNATIONAL) Statement 1005
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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
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Warning There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Statement 1015
Warning This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. Statement 1017
Warning The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device. Statement 1019
Warning To avoid electric shock, do not connect safety extra-low voltage (SELV) circuits to telephone-network voltage (TNV) circuits. LAN ports contain SELV circuits, and WAN ports contain TNV circuits. Some LAN and WAN ports both use RJ-45 connectors. Use caution when connecting cables. Statement 1021
Warning This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024
Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028
Warning Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI) that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement 1029
Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030
Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement 1040
Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074
General Precautions
Observe the following general precautions when using and working with your system:
•Keep your system components away from radiators and heat sources, and do not block cooling vents.
•Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet environment. If the computer gets wet, see the appropriate chapter in your troubleshooting guide or contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center. For instructions on contacting the Technical Assistance Center, see Obtaining Technical Assistance, page xviii, in the Preface.
•Do not push any objects into the openings of your system components. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
•Position system cables and power cables carefully; route system cables and the power cable and plug so that no one will step on or trip over them. Be certain that nothing rests on your system components' cables or power cable.
•Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring regulations.
•To help avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the system before removing a component from the system board or disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer.
Maintaining Safety with Electricity
Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:
•If any of the following conditions occurs, contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center:
–The power cable or plug is damaged.
–An object has fallen into the product.
–The product has been exposed to water.
–The product has been dropped or damaged.
–The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating instructions.
•Use the correct external power source. Operate the product only from the type of power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not certain of the type of power source required, consult the Cisco Technical Assistance Center or a local power company.
•Use only approved power cable(s). You have been provided with a power cable for your ACS SE that is intended for your system (approved for use in your country, based on the shipping location). Should you have to purchase a power cable, ensure that it is rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cable should be greater than the ratings marked on the product.
•To help prevent electric shock, plug the ACS SE, components, and peripheral power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets. These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable.
•Observe power strip ratings. Ensure that the total ampere rating of all products plugged into the power strip does not exceed 80% of the rating.
•To help protect your system and components from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptable power supply (UPS).
•Do not modify power cables or plugs. Consult a licensed electrician or your power company for site modifications. Always follow your local and national wiring regulations.
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
As you continue to work inside the computer, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to remove any static charge that your body may have accumulated.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):
•When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component in your computer. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, ensure that you discharge static electricity from your body.
•When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
•Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.
Preventing EMI
When you run wires for any significant distance in an electromagnetic field, electromagnetic interference (EMI) can occur between the field and the signals on the wires.
Note Bad plant wiring can result in radio frequency interference (RFI).
Note Strong EMI, especially when it is caused by lightning or radio transmitters, can destroy the signal drivers and receivers in the system, and can even create an electrical hazard by conducting power surges through lines and into the system.
To predict and remedy strong EMI, consult RFI experts.
Preparing Your Site for Installation
This section describes the requirements that your site must meet for safe installation and operation of your ACS SE. Ensure that your site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
Environmental
When planning your site layout and equipment locations, remember the precautions described in this section to help avoid equipment failures and reduce the possibility of environmentally caused shutdowns. If you are experiencing shutdowns or unusually high errors with your existing equipment, these precautions will help you to isolate the cause of failures and prevent future problems.
Use the following precautions when planning the operating environment for your ACS SE:
•Always follow the ESD-prevention procedures described in Preventing EMI, to avoid damage to equipment. Damage from static discharge can cause immediate or intermittent equipment failure.
•Ensure that the chassis cover is secure. The chassis allows cooling air to flow effectively within it. An open chassis allows air leaks, which could interrupt and redirect the flow of cooling air from internal components.
•Electrical equipment generates heat. Ambient air temperature might not be adequate to cool equipment to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation. Ensure that the room in which you operate has adequate air circulation.
Choosing a Site for Installation
Warning This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area is where access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
For optimal installation, choose a site:
•With a dry, clean, well-ventilated and air-conditioned area.
•That maintains an ambient temperature of 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F).
Grounding the System
Warning Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available.
Creating a Safe Environment
Follow these guidelines to create a safe operating environment:
•Keep tools and chassis components off the floor and away from foot traffic.
•Clear the area of possible hazards, such as moist floors, ungrounded power extension cables, and missing safety grounds.
•Keep the area around the chassis free from dust and foreign conductive material (such as metal flakes from nearby construction activity).
AC Power
Ensure that the plug-socket combination is accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device. For the ACS SE power requirements, see Appendix A, "Technical Specifications for the Cisco 1113."
Warning This product requires short-circuit (overcurrent) protection to be provided as part of the building installation. Install only in accordance with national and local wiring regulations.
Cabling
Use the cables in the accessory kit to connect the ACS SE console port to a console or computer that is running a console program. In addition to using the console cable, use the provided standard Ethernet cable to connect the ACS SE to your network. For information detailing cable requirements, see
Back Panel Features for the Cisco 1113, page 1-5.
Precautions for Rack-Mounting
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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:
Observe the following precautions for rack stability and safety. Also refer to the rack installation documentation accompanying the rack for specific warning and caution statements and procedures.
Note Component refers to any server, storage system, or appliance, and to various peripherals or supporting hardware.
•Do not move large racks by yourself. Due to the height and weight of the rack, a minimum of two people are needed to accomplish this task.
•Ensure that the rack is level and stable before extending a component from the rack.
•Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack. The total rack load should not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating.
•Ensure that proper airflow is provided to components in the rack.
•Do not step or stand on any system or component when servicing other systems and components in a rack.
•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.
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Precautions for Products with Modems, Telecommunications, or Local Area Network Options
When working with options:
•Do not connect or use a modem or telephone during a lighting storm. Electrical shock from lightning can result.
•Never connect or use a modem or telephone in a wet environment.
•Do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the Ethernet connector.
•Disconnect the modem cable before opening a product enclosure, touching or installing internal components, or touching an uninsulated modem cable or jack.
•Do not use a telephone line to report a gas leak while you are in the vicinity of the leak.
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and equipment to install the ACS SE:
•Number 2 Phillips-head screwdriver
•Tape measure and level
•Antistatic mat or antistatic foam
•ESD grounding strap
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