- Cisco Network Router User's Manual

CHAPTER
5-1
Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Appliance and Module Installation Guide for IPS 7.1
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5
Installing the IPS 4270-20
Contents
This chapter describes the IPS 4270-20, and includes the following sections:
• Installation Notes and Caveats, page 5-1
• Product Overview, page 5-2
• Supported Interface Cards, page 5-4
• Hardware Bypass, page 5-5
• Front and Back Panel Features, page 5-8
• Diagnostic Panel, page 5-14
• Specifications, page 5-15
• Accessories, page 5-16
• Installing the Rail System Kit, page 5-16
• Installing the IPS 4270-20, page 5-35
• Removing and Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 5-39
• Accessing the Diagnostic Panel, page 5-42
• Installing and Removing Interface Cards, page 5-43
• Installing and Removing the Power Supply, page 5-45
• Installing and Removing Fans, page 5-50
• Troubleshooting Loose Connections, page 5-52
Installation Notes and Caveats
Pay attention to the following installation notes and caveats before installing the IPS 4270-20.
Caution The BIOS on the IPS 4270-20 is specific to the IPS 4270-20 and must only be upgraded under
instructions from Cisco with BIOS files obtained from the Cisco website. Installing a non-Cisco or
third-party BIOS on the IPS 4270-20 voids the warranty. For more information on how to obtain
instructions and BIOS files from the Cisco website, see Obtaining Cisco IPS Software, page C-1.