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Accessing the device for the first time
Setting up the configuration environment
To access the device for the first time, you can log in to the device from the console port or Web
interface. To set up the configuration environment, see "
Logging in from the console port
Logging in from the Web interface
," respectively.
Powering on the device
Checking before power-on
WARNING!
Locate the emergency power-off switch in the room before powering on the device so you can
quickly shut power off when an electrical accident occurs.
Before powering on the device, verify the following information:
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The power cord and grounding cable are correctly connected.
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The power source specifications meet the device requirements.
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The console cable is correctly connected, the terminal or PC used for configuration has started,
and the configuration parameters have been correctly set.
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The interface module (if any) is installed correctly.
Powering on the device
Switch on the power source of the device.
Checking after power-on
After powering on the device, verify that:
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The LEDs on the front panel indicate that the device is operating correctly. For more information
about LEDs, see "Appendix D LEDs."
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The fan blades are rotating and air is exhausted from the air outlet vents.
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The configuration terminal displays the following:
System is starting...
Press Ctrl+D to access BASIC-BOOTWARE MENU...
Press Ctrl+T to start heavy memory test
Booting Normal Extended BootWare
The Extended BootWare is self-decompressing......Done.
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