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PA-4R Half-Duplex Token Ring Port Adapter Installation and Configuration
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Port Adapter Installation Prerequisites
Checking Hardware and Software Compatibility
To check the minimum software requirements of Cisco IOS software with the hardware installed on your
router, Cisco maintains the Software Advisor tool on Cisco.com. This tool does not verify whether
modules within a system are compatible, but it does provide the minimum IOS requirements for
individual hardware modules or components.
Note Access to this tool is limited to users with Cisco.com login accounts.
To access Software Advisor, click Login at Cisco.com and go to Technical Support Help—Cisco TAC:
Tool Index: Software Advisor. You can also access the tool by pointing your browser directly to
http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/support/CompNav/Index.pl.
Choose a product family or enter a specific product number to search for the minimum supported
software release needed for your hardware.
List of Parts and Tools
You need the following tools and parts to install a port adapter. If you need additional equipment, contact
a service representative for ordering information.
• PA-4R(=) port adapter and one of the following:
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VIP2-15(=), VIP2-20=, VIP2-40(=)
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Cisco 7200 series router with at least one available port adapter slot
• The appropriate Cisco IOS software (For specific Cisco IOS software prerequisites, refer to the
section “Software and Hardware Requirements” on page 2.)
• Cables appropriate for the port adapter’s interfaces (Token Ring cables are not available from Cisco
Systems; they are available from outside commercial cable vendors.)
• Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch, flat-blade screwdriver.
• Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all
upgrade kits, FRUs, and spares.
Safety Guidelines
Following are safety guidelines that you should follow when working with any equipment that connects
to electrical power or telephone wiring.