Specifications

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Preparing for Installation 2-1
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Preparing for Installation
This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing
the PA-H HSSI port adapters. The chapter contains the following sections:
• Required Parts and Tools, page 2-1
• Software and Hardware Requirements, page 2-2
• Safety Guidelines, page 2-3
• FCC Class B Compliance, page 2-6
Required Parts and Tools
You need the following tools and parts to install a port adapter. If you need additional equipment,
contact a service representative for ordering information.
• Port adapter PA-H(=) or PA-H-UPG and one of the following:
— VIP2-15(=), VIP2-20, VIP2-40(=), or VIP2-50(=)
— Catalyst RSM/VIP2-15(=) or Catalyst RSM/VIP2-40(=)
— Cisco 7200 series router or a Cisco 7206 or Cisco 7206VXR router shelf in a Cisco AS5800
Universal Access Server with at least one available port adapter slot
— Cisco uBR7200 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
— Cisco 7100 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
• HSSI cables CAB-HSI1= or CAB-HNUL=, as appropriate for the port adapter’s interfaces (HSSI
cables for the PA-H are available only from Cisco Systems; they are not available from outside
commercial cable vendors)
Caution Although the port adapter’s HSSI connector and the HSSI cable are similar to SCSI-II
format, they are not identical. The HSSI cable specification is more stringent than that for SCSI-II.
If a SCSI-II cable is used instead of an HSSI cable, proper operation cannot be guaranteed.
• Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver
• Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
upgrade kits, field-replaceable units (FRUs), and spares