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Cisco 12000 Series Router SIP and SPA Hardware Installation Guide
Release 12.0(32)SY1, OL-8831-01, Rev. G6, July 19, 2007
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Preparing to Install a SPA Interface Processor or
a Shared Port Adapter
Release 12.0(32)SY1, OL-8831-01, Rev. G6, July 19, 2007
This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing
SIPs and SPAs. This chapter contains the following sections:
• Safety Guidelines, page 3-1
• Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage, page 3-7
• Required Tools and Equipment, page 3-1
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and parts to install SIPs and SPAs. If you need additional equipment,
contact a service representative for ordering information.
• Shared port adapter interface processor (SIP)
• Shared port adapter (SPA)
• Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver
• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
• Your own electrostatic discharge (ESD)-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist
strap supplied with the SIP or SPA
• Antistatic mat
• Antistatic container
Safety Guidelines
This section provides safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that
connects to electrical power or telephone wiring.
• Safety Warnings, page 3-2
• Electrical Equipment Guidelines, page 3-6
• Electrical Equipment Guidelines, page 3-6
• Telephone Wiring Guidelines, page 3-7