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Cisco ATA 186 and Cisco ATA 188 Analog Telephone Adaptor Administrator’s Guide (SIP)
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Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco ATA
Network Requirements
Network Requirements
The Cisco ATA acts as an endpoint on an IP telephony network. The following equipment is required:
• Call Control system
• Voice packet gateway—Required if you are connecting to the Public Switched Telephone Network
(PSTN). A gateway is not required if an analog key system is in effect.
• Ethernet connection
Safety Recommendations
To ensure general safety, follow these guidelines:
• Do not get this product wet or pour liquids into this device.
• Do not open or disassemble this product.
• Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.
• Use only the power cube that comes with the Cisco ATA.
Warning
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations.
Warning
Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.
Warning
The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times because it serves as the main
disconnecting device.
Warning
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.
For translated warnings, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco ATA 186
and Cisco ATA 188 manual.
What the Cisco ATA Package Includes
The Cisco ATA package contains the following items:
• Cisco ATA 186 or Cisco ATA 188 Analog Telephone Adaptor
• Read Me First - ATA Boot Load Information
• Cisco ATA 186 and Cisco ATA 188 Analog Telephone Adaptor at a Glance