Installation Manual
H3C SecPath V1000-A Security Gateway
Chapter 4 Booting and Configuration
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4.1.2 Powering up the Security Gateway
I. Checking before power-up
Before powering up the security gateway, check that:
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Both the power cord and the grounding wire are correctly connected.
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Proper power supply is used.
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The console cable is correctly connected.
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The console terminal (or PC) has been started and the related parameters have
been set on it.
Caution:
Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before powering up the security
gateway. Then, if an accident occurs, you can quickly shut off the power.
II. Powering up the security gateway
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Turn on the switch of the mains supply.
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Place the power switch(es) on the device into the ON position.
III. Checking/Operating after power-up
After powering up the security gateway, check that:
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The ventilation system is operating well.
After powering up the security gateway, you can hear the sound of the fan blade
spinning and feel the airflow when you put your hands close to the air vents.
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The LEDs on the front panel of the chassis are in normal state.
See the section “1.2.3 LEDs” for more information on LED state.
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The console terminal display is correct.
After powering up the security gateway, you can see the startup interface on the
console terminal (see the section “4.1.3 Startup Process”). After the system passes
Power-On Self-Test (POST), press <Enter> as prompted. When “<H3C>” is displayed,
you can proceed to configure the security gateway.
4.1.3 Startup Process
After being powered up, the security gateway first runs the Boot ROM program. The
terminal screen displays the following system information:
