McAfee M-2750 Product Guide - Page 11

2 Before you install This chapter describes the best practices for deployment of Sensors on your network. Topics include system requirements, site planning, safety considerations for handling the Sensor, and usage restrictions that apply to the Sensor model. Contents Usage restrictions Safety measures Working with fiber-optic ports Contents of the Sensor box Unpack the Sensor Usage restrictions The following restrictions apply to the use and operation of a Sensor: • You may not remove the outer shell of the Sensor. Doing so will invalidate your warranty. • The Sensor appliance is not a general purpose workstation. • McAfee prohibits the use of the Sensor appliance for anything other than operating McAfee® Network Security Platform (formerly McAfee® IntruShield®). • McAfee prohibits the modification or installation of any hardware or software in the Sensor appliance that is not part of the normal operation of McAfee Network Security Platform. Safety measures Please read the following warnings before you install the product. These safety measures apply to all Sensor models unless otherwise specified. Failure to observe these safety warnings could result in serious physical injury. Warnings: • Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. • To remove all power from the Sensor, unplug all power cords, including the redundant power cord. • Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. • Before working on an equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground, and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals. McAfee® Network Security Platform M-2750 Sensor Product Guide 11