Cisco Systems Installing the DVD-ROM Drive Software, Installing the DVD-ROM Software Example

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How to Upgrade to the Cisco MeetingPlace Audio Server Release 5.2 DVD-ROM

Step 9 Inform Cisco TAC that you are ready for the license key replacement.

Step 10 Perform full functionality testing.

Step 11 Return the old CPU card to manufacturing.

Installing the DVD-ROM Drive Software

Step 1 By using the null modem cable, connect the laptop to the COM1 service port on the front of the Cisco MeetingPlace 8112.

Step 2 Log in to the server as a technician through a telnet session or HyperTerminal.

Tip We recommend that you log your session.

Step 3 Insert the Update Diskette for M3 DVD-ROM into the floppy disk drive.

Step 4 To install the DVD-ROM software on the system hard drive, enter update at the tech$ prompt and choose d for diskette.

Step 5 When the system reminds you to wait for the blinking light to stop, press Enter.

Step 6 After the light stops blinking, remove the diskette from the floppy disk drive.

The server is now upgraded to use the DVD-ROM drive.

Step 7 Insert the CD-ROM that contains the test image into the DVD-ROM drive.

Step 8 At the tech$ prompt, enter update.

Step 9 When prompted, choose 1 for CD and press Enter.

Step 10 When prompted to continue or abort, press Enter.

After the update is completed, a CD mounted OK message and more system options appear. Step 11 To perform the CD Test, choose 1 when you are asked to choose the desired set.

Step 12 When you are prompted to install the CD Test, enter y. Sample output from a CD test is shown in the “Installing the DVD-ROM Software Example” section on page 13.

Step 13 If the test passes, proceed to “Verifying the Cisco MeetingPlace Audio Server Release 5.2 DVD-ROM Upgrade” section on page 14.

or

If the test fails, contact Cisco TAC.

Installing the DVD-ROM Software Example

The following is sample output from a CD-ROM test that passes.

server: tech$ update Update is from

1)CD

2)Diskette

3)Remote File

Cisco MeetingPlace Audio Server Release 5.2 DVD-ROM Upgrade Procedure

 

78-16489-01

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Contents Audience ContentsRequired Hardware and Software ScopeRequired Hardware and Software Recommended HardwareSaving the License Keys Required Tools and EquipmentRemoving the Tape Drive from the Cisco MeetingPlace Powering Down the Cisco MeetingPlaceDisconnect the connector at PWR1 Power Cable Scsi CablePower Cable Connector on Top Disk Drive Power Cable ConnectorCaptive Screws on the Drive Bay Installing the DVD-ROM Drive into the Cisco MeetingPlacePidea Receptacle Pidea ReceptacleBios Setup Utility Main Screen Upgrading the Cisco MeetingPlace 8112 BiosKey combination to choose Diskette Drive Verifying the Bios Upgrade Troubleshooting Bios Upgrade FailureBios Revision What to Do NextVerify that there is a modem line connected to the server Replacing the CPU and Updating the License KeysInstalling the DVD-ROM Software Example Installing the DVD-ROM Drive SoftwarePassed Recording Conferences with a Cisco MeetingPlace System Additional ReferencesVerifying Cisco MeetingPlace Gateway Functionality Cisco.com Obtaining DocumentationDocumentation DVD Ordering DocumentationDocumentation Feedback Reporting Security Problems in Cisco ProductsCisco Product Security Overview Obtaining Technical Assistance Submitting a Service RequestCisco Technical Support Website Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Definitions of Service Request SeverityObtaining Additional Publications and Information

DVD-ROM specifications

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