Chapter 3
Connecting the Router
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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Turn off power to the devices and to the router until all connections are completed.
Connect the color-coded cables supplied by Cisco to the color-coded ports on the back panel.
If you must supply your own cable, see
specifications. If this appendix does not provide specifications for a particular cable, we strongly
recommend ordering the cable from Cisco.
"Cable Specifications" section on page A-28
Cisco Integrated Services Router Hardware Installation Guide
Cisco 860, 880, 890 Series
for cabling
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