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Site Preparation Checklist for an XRE200

The checklist in Table 1 summarizes the tasks you need to perform when preparing a site for an XRE200 External Routing Engine installation.

Table 1: Site Preparation Checklist

Item or Task	For More Information	Performed By	Date
Environment
Verify that environmental factors such as temperature and humidity do not exceed external Routing Engine tolerances.	Environmental Requirements and Specifications for EX Series Switches
Power
Measure distance between external power sources and external Routing Engine installation site.
Locate sites for connection of system grounding.
Calculate the power consumption and requirements.	Cables Connecting the XRE200 External Routing Engine to XRE200 External Routing Engines and EX8200 Switches AC Power Specifications for XRE200 External Routing Engines DC Power Specifications for an XRE200 External Routing Engine
Hardware Configuration
Choose the number and types of external Routing Engines you want to install.	XRE200 External Routing Engine Hardware Overview
Rack or Cabinet
Verify that your rack or cabinet meets the minimum requirements for the installation of the external Routing Engine.	Rack Requirements Cabinet Requirements
Plan rack or cabinet location, including required space clearances.
Secure the rack or cabinet to the floor and building structure.
Cables
Acquire cables and connectors: Determine the number of cables needed based on your planned configuration. Review the maximum distance allowed for each cable. Choose the length of cable based on the distance between the hardware components being connected.	Cables Connecting the XRE200 External Routing Engine to XRE200 External Routing Engines and EX8200 Switches Cables Connecting the XRE200 External Routing Engine to XRE200 External Routing Engines and EX8200 Switches
Plan the cable routing and management.

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