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Chapter 2 Preparing for Installation
Figure 2-12
19 in. required
for blower removal
18.93
Caution To prevent chassis overheating, never install the router in an enclosed rack or room that is not properly
ventilated or air-conditioned.
When planning your Cisco 7513, Cisco 7513-MX, or Cisco 7576 rack installation, consider the
following guidelines:
Install the router in an open rack whenever possible. If installation in an enclosed rack is
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unavoidable, ensure that the rack has adequate ventilation.
If you plan to use an equipment shelf, ensure that the shelf is constructed to support the weight and
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dimensions of the chassis.
designing a customized shelf. We recommend that you use the rack-mount kit designed for the Cisco
7513, Cisco 7513-MX, and Cisco 7576.
Allow sufficient clearance around the rack for maintenance. If the rack is mobile, you can push it
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back near a wall or cabinet for normal operation and pull it out when necessary for maintenance
(installing or moving interface processors, connecting cables, or replacing or upgrading
components). Otherwise, allow 19 inches (48.3 cm) of clearance to remove the blower module,
power supplies, and processor modules.
OL-5008-03 B0
Chassis Footprint and Outer Dimensions (Cisco 7513, Cisco 7513-MX, and Cisco 7576)
1.75 in. 4 places
in.
Figure 2-12
3.94 in.
12.73 in.
18.75
in.
21.23
in.
shows the chassis footprint, which you will need if you are
Cisco 7500 Series Installation and Configuration Guide
Equipment Rack-Mounting Guidelines
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Plastic front
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panel end
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in.
17.50
in.
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