Cisco Cisco Physical Access Reader Module Installation Guide

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Installing Cisco Network Modules and Service
Modules in Cisco Access Routers

Last Revised: January 11, 2010

This chapter provides information you should know before and during installation of Cisco service
modules and network modules in Cisco access routers, and contains the following sections:

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Installing Cisco Network Modules and Service Modules in Cisco Access Routers, page 5

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Removing or Replacing Cisco Network Modules and Service Modules for Cisco Access Routers,
page 20

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Using Network Modules in Service Module Slots on Cisco 2900 Series and Cisco 3900 Series
Routers, page 20

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Installing Cisco Interface Cards in 1- or 2-Slot Network Modules, page 28

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Installing Other Accessories on Cisco Network Modules, page 30

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Where to Go Next, page 36

Recommended Practices for Cisco Network Modules and
Service Modules

This section describes recommended practices for safe and effective installation of the hardware
described in this document, and includes the following sections:

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Safety Recommendations

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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

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General Maintenance Guidelines for Cisco Network Modules and Service Modules

Safety warnings included in this section apply to all Cisco service modules and network modules used
on Cisco access routers.