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• Chapter 1, “Preparing for Installation,” describes the installation overview, safety
recommendations, and general site requirements.
• Chapter 2, “PIX 501,” provides a product overview, installation instructions, and lithium battery
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• Chapter 5, “PIX 520,” provides a product overview, installation instructions, as well as the
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installation of the DC model.
• Chapter 6, “PIX 525,” provides a product overview, installation instructions, as well as the
procedure to remove and replace the chassis cover. This chapter also includes installation procedures
for the circuit board and installation of the DC model.
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installation procedure for the circuit board and installation of the DC model.
• Appendix A, “Cable Pinouts,” provides cable pinouts.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES
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CONSERVEZ CES INFORMATIONS
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Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten
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BEWAHREN SIE DIESE HINWEISE GUT AUF.
IMPORTANTI ISTRUZIONI SULLA SICUREZZA
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Aviso
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enheten.
TA VARE PÅ DISSE INSTRUKSJONENE
INSTRUÇÕES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURANÇA
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Cautions
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TN Power Warning
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More Than One Power Cord
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This chapter describes how to install and add hardware upgrades that accompany the unit. The
information in this guide applies to the PIX 501, PIX 506/506E, PIX 515/515E, PIX 520, PIX 525, and
PIX 535. In this guide, the term “security appliance” refers to all models unless specifically noted
otherwise.
CautionInstalling PIX software Version 6.0(1), or a later version, on an older model of PIX hardware, such as a
PIX “Classic” (PIX 10000) or PIX 510, causes the security appliance to reboot continuously until a
software version previous to 6.0(1) is reinstalled.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• Installation Overview, page 1-1
• Safety Recommendations, page 1-2
• General Site Requirements, page 1-4
Installation Overview
To prepare for the installation of the PIX security appliance, perform the following steps:
NoteIf your PIX security appliance model supports a failover configuration, perform the steps that follow
only on the primary (active) unit. (Not applicable to the PIX 501 or the PIX 506/506E.)
Step 1Review the safety precautions outlined in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document.
Step 2Completely read the release notes for your respective software version.
Step 3Unpack the PIX security appliance. The PIX security appliance consists of two main components, the
PIX security appliance unit and a separate accessory kit. The accessory kit contains documentation, a
power supply or cord, rack mounting hardware (not applicable to the PIX 501 or the PIX 506/506E), and
additional software you can use with the PIX security appliance.
Step 4Place the PIX security appliance on a stable work surface.
Use the following guidelines and the information in the following sections to help ensure your safety and
protect the PIX security appliance. The list of guidelines may not address all potentially hazardous
situations in your working environment, so be alert and exercise good judgement at all times.
NoteIf you need to open the PIX security appliance case to install a hardware component, such as additional
memory or an interface card, doing so does not affect your Cisco warranty. Upgrading the PIX security
appliance does not require any special tools and does not create any radio frequency leaks.
The safety guidelines are as follows:
• Keep the chassis area clear and dust-free before, during, and after installation.
• Keep tools away from walk areas where you and others could fall over them.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, such as earrings, bracelets, or chains, that could get caught
in the chassis.
• Wear safety glasses if you are working under any conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.
Chapter 1 Preparing for Installation
• Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.
• Never attempt to lift an object that is too heavy for one person to handle.
Before working on a chassis or working near power supplies, unplug the power cord on AC units;
disconnect the power at the circuit breaker on DC units.
Follow these guidelines when working on equipment powered by electricity:
• Before beginning procedures that require access to the interior of the PIX security appliance, locate
the emergency power-off switch for the room in which you are working. Then, if an electrical
accident occurs, you can act quickly to turn off the power.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist anywhere in your work space.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit; always check the circuit.
• Look carefully for possible hazards in your work area, such as moist floors, ungrounded power
extension cables, frayed power cords, and missing safety grounds.
1-2
• If an electrical accident occurs, proceed as follows:
• Use the PIX security appliance within its marked electrical ratings and product usage instructions.
• Install the PIX security appliance in compliance with local and national electrical codes as listed in
the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document.
• PIX security appliance models equipped with AC-input power supplies are shipped with a three-wire
electrical cord with a grounding-type plug that fits only a grounding-type power outlet. This is a
safety feature that you should not circumvent. Equipment grounding should comply with local and
national electrical codes.
• PIX security appliance models equipped with DC-input power supplies must be terminated with the
DC input wiring on a DC source capable of supplying at least 15 amps. A 15-amp circuit breaker is
required at the 48 VDC facility power source. An easily accessible disconnect device should be
incorporated into the facility wiring. Be sure to connect the grounding wire conduit to a solid earth
ground. We recommend that you use a closed loop ring to terminate the ground conductor at the
ground stud.
Safety Recommendations
If possible, send another person to get medical aid. Otherwise, assess the condition of the victim
and then call for help.
Determine if the person needs rescue breathing or external cardiac compressions; then take
appropriate action.
Other DC power guidelines are listed in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. ESD damage
occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent
failures.
• Always follow ESD-prevention procedures when removing and replacing components. Ensure that
the chassis is electrically connected to earth ground. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring
that it makes good skin contact. Connect the grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis
frame to safely ground ESD voltages. To properly guard against ESD damage and shocks, the wrist
strap and cord must operate effectively. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching
the metal part of the chassis.
• For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between
The topics in this section describe the requirements your site must meet for safe installation and
operation of your system. Ensure that your site is properly prepared before beginning installation.
This section includes the following topics:
• Site Environment, page 1-4
• Preventive Site Configuration, page 1-4
• Power Supply Considerations, page 1-4
• Configuring Equipment Racks, page 1-5
Site Environment
The PIX security appliance can be placed on a desktop. Except for the PIX 501 and the PIX 506/506E,
all other PIX security appliance models can be mounted in a rack. The location of the PIX security
appliance and the layout of your equipment rack or wiring room are extremely important for proper
system operation. Equipment placed too close together, inadequate ventilation, and inaccessible panels
can cause system malfunctions and shutdowns, and can make PIX security appliance maintenance
difficult.
Chapter 1 Preparing for Installation
When planning your site layout and equipment locations, keep in mind the precautions described in the
next section “Preventive Site Configuration,” to help avoid equipment failures and reduce the possibility
of environmentally caused shutdowns. If you are currently experiencing shutdowns or unusually high
errors with your existing equipment, these precautions may help you isolate the cause of failures and
prevent future problems.
Preventive Site Configuration
The following precautions helps you plan an acceptable operating environment for your PIX security
appliance and helps you avoid environmentally caused equipment failures:
• Electrical equipment generates heat. Ambient air temperature might not be adequate to cool
equipment to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation. Ensure that the room
in which you operate your system has adequate air circulation.
• Always follow the ESD-prevention procedures described previously to avoid damage to equipment.
Damage from static discharge can cause immediate or intermittent equipment failure.
• Ensure that the chassis cover is secure. The chassis is designed to allow cooling air to flow
effectively within it. An open chassis allows air leaks, which may interrupt and redirect the flow of
cooling air from internal components.
Power Supply Considerations
1-4
The PIX 515/515E, PIX 520, PIX 525, PIX 535, and PIX 10000, have AC power supplies. The
PIX 515/515E, PIX 520, PIX 525, and PIX 535 models can have either an AC or DC power supply. The
PIX 501 and the PIX 506/506E have an external power supply that converts AC to DC.
• Check the power at your site before installing the PIX security appliance to ensure that you are
receiving “clean” power (free of spikes and noise). Install a power conditioner if necessary, to ensure
proper voltages and power levels in the source voltage for the system.
• Install proper grounding for the site to avoid damage from lightning and power surges.
• In units equipped with AC-input power supplies, use the following guidelines:
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General Site Requirements
The PIX 501, PIX 506/506E, and PIX 10000 models automatically select operating ranges of a
low range of 90 to 135 volts or a high range of 180 to 270 volts.
The PIX 510 and PIX 520 models operate with a source voltage ranging from 100 to 240 VAC;
the input power supply requires a 20 amp service minimum for North America and 10 amp or
16 amp for the international area.
The PIX 515/PIX 515E, PIX 525, and PIX 535 do not have a selectable operating range. Refer
to the label on each model for the correct AC-input power requirement.
Several styles of AC-input power supply cords are available; make sure you have the correct
style for your site.
Install an uninterruptible power source for your site, if possible.
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Install proper site grounding facilities to guard against damage from lightning or power surges.
• In a unit equipped with DC-input power supplies, use the following guidelines:
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For DC power cables, we recommend that you use a minimum of 18 AWG wire cable.
Configuring Equipment Racks
Follow these tips to help plan for configuration of an equipment rack:
• PIX 515/515E, PIX 520, PIX 525, and PIX 535 security appliances require you to first attach rack
mounting brackets to the units before mounting them in an equipment rack.
• Enclosed racks must have adequate ventilation. Ensure that the rack is not overly congested because
each unit generates heat. An enclosed rack should have louvered sides and a fan to provide cooling
air.
• When mounting a chassis in an open rack, ensure that the rack frame does not block the intake or
exhaust ports. If the chassis is installed on slides, check the position of the chassis when it is seated
all the way into the rack.
• In an enclosed rack with a ventilation fan in the top, excessive heat generated by equipment near the
bottom of the rack can be drawn upward and into the intake ports of the equipment above it in the
rack. Ensure that you provide adequate ventilation for equipment at the bottom of the rack.
• 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.
Experiment with different arrangements to position the baffles effectively.
Table 2 - 1 lists the states of the PIX 501 front panel LEDs.
Figure 2-3PIX 501 Front Panel LEDs
Table 2-1PIX 501 Front Panel LEDs
LEDColorStateDescription
POWERGreenOnThe device is powered on.
OffThe device is powered off.
LINK/ACTGreenFlashing Network activity, such as Internet access, is present.
OnThe correct cable is in use, and the connected equipment has power and
is operational.
OffNo link is established.
TipIf the LINK/ACT LED does not light up, you might be using the
wrong type of cable. Try replacing the yellow, straight-through
Ethernet cable with the orange, crossover Ethernet cable.
VPN TUNNEL GreenOnOne or more IKE/IPSec VPN tunnels are established.
OffOne or more IKE/IPSec VPN tunnels are disabled. If the standard
configuration is not modified to support VPN tunnels, the LED does not
light up because it is disabled by default. Also, the LED does not light up
when PPTP/L2TP tunnels are established.
100 MBPSGreenOnThe interface is enabled at 100 Mbps (autonegotiated).
Place the PIX 501 on a flat, stable surface. The PIX 501 is not rack mountable.
To install the PIX 501, perform the following steps:
Step 1Connect Port 0, the outside Ethernet port, to the public network.
• Use the yellow Ethernet cable (72-1482-01) to connect the device to a switch or hub.
• Use the orange Ethernet cable (72-3515-01) to connect the device to a DSL modem, cable modem,
or router.
Step 2Connect your PC or the other network devices to one of the four switched inside ports (numbered 1
through 4).
Connecting a Power Supply Module to the PIX 501
Installing the PIX 501
This section describes how to connect the power supply module to a PIX 501. Use this information in
conjunction with the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document.
To connect the power supply module to the PIX 501, perform the following steps:
Step 1Connect the small, round connector of the power supply cable to the power connector on the rear panel
(see Figure 2-4).
Step 2Connect the AC power connector of the power supply input cable to an electrical outlet.
NoteThe PIX 501 does not have a power switch. Completing Step 2 powers on the device.
Figure 2-4Connecting the Power Supply Module to the PIX 501
The PIX 501 includes a slot that accepts standard desktop cable locks to provide physical security for
small portable equipment, such as laptop computers (see Figure 2-5).
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To install a security cable lock, perform the following steps:
Figure 2-5PIX 501 Security Cable Lock
Step 1Attach the cable lock to the lock slot on the back panel of the PIX 501.
Step 2Follow the directions from the manufacturer for attaching the other end of the device for securing the
PIX 501.
Removing and Replacing the PIX 501 Chassis Cover
This section describes how to remove and replace the chassis cover from the PIX 501. This section
includes the following topics:
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• Removing the Chassis Cover, page 2-4
• Replacing the Chassis Cover, page 2-5
Removing the Chassis Cover
To remove the chassis cover, perform the following steps:
NoteRemoving the chassis cover does not affect your Cisco warranty. Upgrading the PIX security appliance
does not require any special tools and does not create any radio frequency leaks.
Step 1Read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Informationdocument.
Step 2Unplug the power cord from the power outlet to power off the security appliance.
Step 3Disconnect the network interface cables.