Specifications

CHAPTER

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PA-8E 10BaseT Ethernet Port Adapter Installation and Configuration

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Preparing for Installation

This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing the

PA-8E. The chapter contains the following sections:

• Required Parts and Tools, page 2-1

• Software and Hardware Requirements, page 2-2

• Checking Hardware and Software Compatibility, page 2-3

• Safety Guidelines, page 2-4

• FCC Class B Compliance, page 2-10

Required Parts and Tools

You need the following tools and parts to install the PA-8E. If you need additional equipment, contact a

service representative for ordering information.

• PA-8E

• Cables appropriate for the port adapter interfaces (RJ-45 cables are not available from

Cisco Systems; they are available from outside commercial cable vendors)

• Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch, flat-blade screwdriver (for VIP and Catalyst RSM/VIP2)

• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

• Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD)-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist

strap included with all upgrade kits, field-replaceable units (FRUs), and spares

• Antistatic mat

• Antistatic container