Connecting The Router; Preparing To Connect The Router - Cisco 800M series Installation Manual

Connecting the Router

This chapter describes how to connect the Cisco 800M Series ISR to Ethernet devices and a network.
The section contains the following topics:
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For compliance and safety information, see
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800 Series Routers.

Preparing to Connect the Router

Before you connect the router to the devices, install the router according to the instructions in the
"Installing the Router" section on page
Preventing Damage to the Router
To prevent damage to your router, follow these guidelines when connecting devices to your router:
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Do not turn on the devices until after you have completed all connections to the router.
Caution
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Preparing to Connect the Router, page 3-1
Connecting a PC, Server, or Workstation, page 3-2
Connecting an External Ethernet Switch, page 3-3
Connecting a Terminal or PC to the Console Port, page 3-4
Verifying Connections, page 3-5
Turn off power to the devices and to the router until all connections are completed.
If you must supply your own cable, see the
specifications. If this appendix does not provide specifications for a particular cable, we strongly
recommend ordering the cable from Cisco.
C H A P T E R
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco
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"Router Specifications" section on page A-1
Cisco 800M Series Integrated Services Router Hardware Installation Guide
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for cabling
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