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Chapter 3 Basic Cisco SCE 8000 Platform Operations
Starting the Cisco SCE 8000 Platform
Starting the Cisco SCE 8000 Platform
The procedures for starting the Cisco SCE 8000 platform are explained in the following sections:
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Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup, page 3-2
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Starting the System and Observing Initial Conditions, page 3-2
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Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Check the following conditions before you start your Cisco SCE 8000 platform:
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Both power supply units are installed and connected. (If only one power supply is connected it will
put the box in warning state.)
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First-time startup at installation:
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Cisco SCE 8000 platform connected to local console (CON port)
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The console terminal is turned on and properly configured
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Subsequent startups
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Line interfaces are properly cabled (optional)
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Cisco SCE 8000 platform is connected to at least one of the following types of management
stations:
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Direct connection to local console (CON port)
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Remote management station via the LAN (Mng port)
Starting the System and Observing Initial Conditions
After installing your Cisco SCE 8000 platform and connecting cables, complete the following steps to
start the Cisco SCE 8000 platform:
Step 1
Make sure the power cables are connected to the Cisco SCE 8000 platform.
Step 2
Plug the AC power supply cables into the AC power source, or make sure the circuit breakers at the DC
panels are turned to the on position. Turn on the switches on both power supplies.
Step 3
Listen for the fans; you should immediately hear them operating.