Chapter 3
Installing the Router
Figure 3-21 Ground Connection Using Ring Terminal, Cisco 2691
After the router has been installed and properly grounded, you can connect the power wiring; the WAN,
LAN, and voice cables; and the cables for administrative access, as required for your installation. For
cable connection procedures, see the
LAN, and Voice Cables" section on page
section on page
Power Connections
Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004
Warning
Warning
Do not work on the system, or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
Statement 1001
Note
The installation must comply with all required electrical codes applicable at the installation site.
This section explains how to connect AC or DC power to Cisco 2600 series routers. It covers the
following topics:
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Connecting Routers to AC Power
If your router uses AC power, connect it to a 15 A, 120 VAC (10 A, 240 VAC) circuit with overcurrent
protection.
Note
The input voltage tolerance limits for AC power are 85 and 264 VAC.
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Connecting Routers to AC Power, page 3-15
Connecting Routers to a DC-Input Power Supply, page 3-16
Connecting Routers to the Cisco Redundant Power System, page 3-18
"Power Connections" section on page
3-18, and the
"Connecting to a Console Terminal or Modem"
Cisco 2600 Series Routers Hardware Installation Guide
Power Connections
3-15, the
"Connecting WAN,
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