Setup guide

Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
Safety
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Installation and Setup Guide for Cisco Secure ACS Appliance
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• To help prevent electric shock, plug the Cisco Secure ACS Appliance,
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.
• 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 rules.
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 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, be sure to 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.