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Installing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Appliances and Modules 5.1

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Installing IDS-4210

This chapter describes IDS-4210 and how to install it and its accessories.

Note

IDS-4215 replaced IDS-4210, which is no longer sold.

Note

If you purchased an IDS-4210 before July 2003, you must upgrade the memory to 512 MB to install 
Cisco IPS 5.x. for more information, see 

Upgrading the Memory, page 2-3

Note

IDS-4210 does not support inline (IPS) mode. 

Caution

The BIOS on IDS-4210 is specific to IDS-4210 and must only be upgraded under instructions from Cisco 
with BIOS files obtained from the Cisco website. Installing a non-Cisco or third-party BIOS on 
IDS-4210 voids the warranty. For more information on how to obtain instructions and BIOS files from 
the Cisco website, see Obtaining 

Obtaining Cisco IPS Software, page 11-1

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This chapter contains the following sections:

Front and Back Panel Features and Indicators, page 2-2

Upgrading the Memory, page 2-3

Installing IDS-4210, page 2-5

Installing the Accessories, page 2-7

Summary of Contents for IDS 4210 - Intrusion Detection Sys 4210 Sensor

Page 1: ... 2 3 Note IDS 4210 does not support inline IPS mode Caution The BIOS on IDS 4210 is specific to IDS 4210 and must only be upgraded under instructions from Cisco with BIOS files obtained from the Cisco website Installing a non Cisco or third party BIOS on IDS 4210 voids the warranty For more information on how to obtain instructions and BIOS files from the Cisco website see Obtaining Obtaining Cisc...

Page 2: ...N 1 activity link indicator LAN 2 activity link indicator 2 1 Table 2 1 Front Panel Indicators Indicator Color Function Power Green Lights up when the system is connected to an AC power source blinks when the system is in sleep mode System fault Amber Blinks during system startup or when a system fault is detected Hard disk drive activity Green Blinks when hard disk drive activity occurs LAN1 acti...

Page 3: ... proper safety procedures when performing these steps by reading the safety warnings in Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 4200 Series Appliance Sensor To upgrade the memory follow these steps Step 1 Log in to the CLI Step 2 Prepare the appliance to be powered off sensor reset powerdown Wait for the power down message before continuing with Step ...

Page 4: ...then replace the existing DIMM in socket 0 Step 8 Locate the ejector tabs on either side of the DIMM socket Press down and out on tabs to open the slot in the socket Step 9 Install the new DIMM by positioning the DIMM into the socket and pressing it into place Note Do not force the DIMM into the socket Alignment keys on the DIMM ensure that it only fits in the socket one way If you need additional...

Page 5: ...osition IDS 4210 on the network Step 2 Attach the power cord to IDS 4210 and plug it in to a power source a UPS is recommended Note When you first plug an IDS 4210 into a power source it powers on momentarily and then powers off leaving the NIC link lights lit This is normal behavior Press the power switch to boot the system into operation Step 3 Use the dual serial communication cable PN 72 1847 ...

Page 6: ... 1 is the command and control port Caution Management and console ports are privileged administrative ports Connecting them to an untrusted network can create security concerns Step 5 Upgrade the memory on IDS 4210 For the procedure see Upgrading the Memory page 2 3 Caution You must upgrade the memory on IDS 4210 to a minimum of 512 MB before you can install the most recent Cisco IPS software Step...

Page 7: ... contains the following topics Accessories Package Contents page 2 7 Installing and Removing the Bezel page 2 7 Installing Center Mount Brackets page 2 8 Installing Front Mount Brackets page 2 10 Accessories Package Contents The following items are shipped in the accessories package for IDS 4210 Cisco IDS 4210 bezel Power cable Network patch cable Computer interconnection cable Dual serial communi...

Page 8: ...ress the bezel into IDS 4210 Step 2 To remove the bezel from IDS 4210 press the side tabs and pull Installing Center Mount Brackets You need the following tools and supplies to install the brackets in a two post open frame relay rack 2 Phillips screwdriver Masking tape or felt tip pen to mark the mounting holes to be used To install the center mount brackets in a two post open frame relay rack fol...

Page 9: ...he side of IDS 4210 see Figure 2 3 Figure 2 3 Installing Center Mount Brackets Step 4 Secure the bracket to IDS 4210 chassis using two screws see Figure 2 3 on page 2 9 Step 5 Repeat Step 4 to install the remaining bracket on the other side of IDS 4210 50623 LINK CONS ETHERNET 0 ETHERNET 1 SCSI LVD ONLY 100Mbps LINK 100Mbps DRIVE 0 DRIVE 0 DRIVE 1 DRIVE 1 0 1 2 3 Pan head Phillips screws Pan head ...

Page 10: ...on page 2 9 Installing Front Mount Brackets Make sure you have the following supplies found in the front mount bracket assembly kit and tools to install the front mount brackets in a two post open frame relay rack Two chassis support brackets Two rack mounting brackets Six screws 2 Phillips screwdriver Note The front mount bracket assembly is not intended for use as a slide rail system The server ...

Page 11: ...e IDS 4210 To install the front mount brackets follow these steps Step 1 Make sure IDS 4210 is turned off and is not plugged in to an electrical outlet Step 2 Use the screws provided to attach one chassis support bracket to each side of IDS 4210 Use three screws on each side Step 3 Use the screws provided with the rack to attach the rack mounting brackets to the rack Step 4 Slide the chassis suppo...

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