If the chassis is installed using slide rails, check for blocked ventilation ports when it is fully in position. If the Cisco MC3810 is installed in an enclosed rack with a ventilation fan at the top, make sure that heated air drawn upward is not too hot for adequate cooling. Baffles can help to isolate exhaust air from intake air, which also helps to draw cooling air through the chassis. The best placement of the baffles depends on the airflow patterns in the rack, which are found by experimenting with different arrangements. If the unit is placed on a desktop, the rubber feet must remain in place to provide space for cooling air circulation.
Inadequate ventilation can result in overheating and damage.
Access to Chassis Allow space at the rear of the chassis for cable connections. Consider also the need to access the chassis for future upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Install a power conditioner if necessary. Warning Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. Warning The device is designed to work with TN power systems.