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The information in this guide applies to the Cisco ASA 5505 In this guide, references to “adaptive security appliance” or security appliance apply to the Cisco ASA 5505 chassis unless specifically noted otherwise.
This chapter describes the steps to follow before installing new hardware or performing hardware upgrades, and includes the following sections:
To prepare for the installation of the chassis, perform the following steps:
Step 1 Review the safety precautions outlined in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ASA 5500 Series document.
Step 2 Read the release notes for the respective software version.
Step 3 Unpack the chassis. An accessory kit ships with the chassis and includes the following items: documentation, a product CD, a power cord (AC models only), two RJ-45 Ethernet cables, one RJ-45 to DB-9 console cable, a rack-mounting kit, and four self-adhesive feet (for desktop mounting).
Step 4 Place the chassis on a stable work surface.
Use the following guidelines and the information in the following sections to help ensure your safety and protect the adaptive security appliance. The list of guidelines may not address all potentially hazardous situations in your working environment, so be alert and exercise good judgement at all times.
Note If you need to remove the chassis cover to install a hardware component, such as additional memory or an interface card, doing so does not affect your Cisco warranty. Upgrading the adaptive security appliance does not require any special tools and does not create any radio frequency leaks.
The safety guidelines are as follows:
This section includes the following topics:
Warning Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units; disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units. Statement 12
Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:
– Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
– Disconnect power from the system.
– If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim and then call for help.
– Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take appropriate action.
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.
The topics in this section describe the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and operation of your system. Ensure that your site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
This section includes the following topics:
Place the chassis on a desktop or mount it on a rack. The location of the chassis and the layout of the equipment rack or wiring room are extremely important for proper system operation. Equipment placed too close together, inadequate ventilation, and inaccessible panels can cause system malfunctions and shutdowns, and can make the chassis maintenance difficult.
For information on physical specifications, see table 7 at the following url:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/vpndevc/ps6032/ps6094/ps6120/product_data_sheet0900aecd802930c5.html.
When planning the site layout and equipment locations, keep in mind the precautions described in the next section “Preventive Site Configuration,” to help avoid equipment failures and reduce the possibility of environmentally caused shutdowns. If you are currently experiencing shutdowns or unusually high error rates with your existing equipment, these precautions may help you isolate the cause of failures and prevent future problems.
The following precautions will help plan an acceptable operating environment for the chassis and avoid environmentally caused equipment failures:
For information on power supply considerations including environmental operating ranges and power requirements, see table 7 at the following url:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/vpndevc/ps6032/ps6094/ps6120/product_data_sheet0900aecd802930c5.html
Observe the following considerations:
– The chassis does not have a user-selectable operating range. Refer to the label on the chassis for the correct AC-input power requirement.
– Several styles of AC-input power supply cords are available; make sure you have the correct style for your site.
– Install an uninterruptible power source for your site, if possible.
– Install proper site grounding facilities to guard against damage from lightning or power surges.
For information on physical specifications, see table 7 at the following url:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/vpndevc/ps6032/ps6094/ps6120/product_data_sheet0900aecd802930c5.html.