Force10 Networks E1200i manual System Boot Process, Booting from the Bootuser Prompt

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Appendix B System Boot

This appendix provides instructions to boot the E1200i AC and DC system from the BOOT_USER prompt.

The System Boot Process

When you supply power to the E1200i system, the system performs a series of power-on self-tests. RPM, and line card Status LEDs blink during initialization. No user interaction is required as long as the boot process proceeds without interruption. Observe the process on your console monitor and note the message output on the display. When the boot process is complete, the RPM and line card Status LEDs remain online (green) and the console monitor displays the command line interface (CLI) prompt, Force10>.

The RPM cards in the E1200i system contain an internal flash memory card (flash:). This is the default storage area for the boot files and the startup configuration file. Upon system power up or a system reset, the boot process uses parameters stored in non-volatile random access memory (NVRAM) to boot the system.

Each RPM card is equipped with a slot for an external flash memory card (slot0:). You can copy the image files and configuration files to the external flash device on the primary RPM. You can also begin your boot process by accessing a remote server containing the boot image and system image files. When you configure your system to boot, you can specify the boot preference order: primary, secondary, or default in the BOOT_USER mode and the CLI mode.

Note: The E1200i system supports up to a 40-character file name length, up to a 180-character local file path length, and up to a 256-character remote file path length.

For information about the flash memory card, refer to Appendix A, on page 75.

Booting from the BOOT_USER Prompt

To get into the BOOT_USER mode, you can issue a break control sequence (CNTL^ ) to interrupt the automatic boot process or if you experience boot problems. This mode allows you to modify the parameters necessary to manage the boot process. Only console port access is enabled for the BOOT_USER mode.

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Contents Installing and Maintaining the E1200i System Copyright 2008 Force10 Networks Contents Installing Fan Trays Appendix B System Boot Index List of Figures Page List of Tables Page Symbol Description Defines the information symbols used throughout this guideRelated Publications Operating Overview E1200i SystemPage Page RPM Component Minimum Maximum Field-Replaceable Step Task Section Supplying Power DC onSite Selection Criteria Chapter Site PreparationPower Cabinet PlacementRack Mounting Fans and Airflow Storing Components Unpacking the E1200i AC System Installing the AC ChassisStep Task Installing the Equipment Rack Shelf BarTo install a equipment rack shelf bar Standard Front Chassis MountingTo install the chassis into a prepared rack Installing the Chassis into an Equipment CabinetInstalling the AC Chassis Unpacking the E1200i DC System Installing the DC ChassisInstalling the DC Chassis Rack-Mounting the Chassis Installing the DC Chassis Installing Fan Trays Screw latch Installing Fan Trays Location To install fan traysIs an illustration of the fan tray safety labels LabelInstalling Fan Trays On/Standby Switch Installing AC Power SuppliesSecuring the Chassis Ground Installing Power SuppliesInsert power supply AC Power Supply and Fan Operability TestStatus LED is Step TaskStatus Installing AC Power Supplies PEM 0 and PEM 1 Chassis Locations Installing DC Power SuppliesInstalling DC PEMs Cable and Connector RequirementsUse the following steps to install a DC PEM Over current protector PEM interlock lever Locking screws Cable Connector Required for E1200i DC PEM DC PEM with Connections in Place DC Power Supply and Fan Operability Test Step Task Unpacking an RPM or Line Card Installing RPMs, Line Cards SFMsImportant Points to Remember RPMs Installing Line Cards and RPMsLine Cards Blank Panels Preparing and Installing RPMs and Line CardsInstalling an RPM into the E1200i To install line cards and RPMsSection Label Description Installing a Second RPMRPM Label and LEDs Describes the RPM LED states and the RPM front panelInstalling Switch Fabric Modules SFMs Illustrates the SFM front panel and LEDs SFM Front Panel and LEDsLine Card Cable Management Systems RPM Ports and Cables Connecting the Console and Auxiliary PortsRPM Ports Cable and Adapter Pin Assignments Pin Signal Input/OutputAccessing the Console with a DB-25 Adapter Accessing the Console with a DB-9 AdapterAccessing the Auxiliary Port by Modem Accessing the 10/100 Ethernet Management PortLabel Description Preparation Chapter Powering UpSupplying Power DC Supplying Power ACBooting from the Bootuser Prompt Booting to the CLI PromptPowering Up Removing and Replacing Fan Trays Removing and Replacing ComponentsRemoving and Replacing Components Removing and Replacing AC Power SuppliesInstalling and Maintaining the E1200i System Remove an AC Power Supply in a non-redundant installation Removing and Replacing DC Power SuppliesRemove an AC Power Supply in a redundant installation Installing and Maintaining the E1200i System Remove a DC Power Supply Removing and Replacing line cards or RPMs Removing and Replacing RPMs, Line Cards, or SFMsTo remove and replace E1200i line card or RPM modules To remove and replace an SFM Removing and Replacing SFMsNo linecard To remove and replace the air filter Removing and Replacing the Air FilterRemoving and Replacing Components External Flash Memory Card Overview Appendix a Using a Flash Memory CardInserting the External Flash Memory Card To remove the flash memory card To install the flash memory cardRemoving the External Flash Memory Card Formatting an External Flash CardCopying Files to the External Flash Command Syntax Command Mode PurposeDisplaying Files Stored on the External Flash Page Booting from the Bootuser Prompt System Boot ProcessStep Command To configure the chassis from the Bootuser promptStep Command Task Show boot selectorShow bootvar Auto-negotiation View the Management interface’s physical settingsPort Show default-gateway Default-gateway ip-address Step CommandTaskReload System Boot Appendix C Alarms Power Supplies and Alarms SFMs and Alarms Alarms This appendix contains two major sections Appendix D System SpecificationsE1200i AC System Power Requirements E1200i AC Chassis Physical DesignSystem Specifications E1200i DC Chassis Physical Design E1200i DC System Power RequirementsNon-operating Environmental SpecificationsOperating Specifications Agency ComplianceJapan Vcci Compliance for Class a Equipment Safety Standards and Compliance Agency CertificationsKorea MIC certification Immunity Electromagnetic EmissionsProduct Recycling and Disposal European Weee symbol System Specifications This appendix contains these major sections Appendix E Technical SupportSupport Policies section of iSupport Accessing iSupport ServicesConsole captures showing the troubleshooting steps taken Output from the show tech-supportnon-paged command ThisOutput from the show logging eventlog unit command, where Console captures showing the error messagesTo request replacement hardware, follow these steps Requesting a Hardware ReplacementFPC Asic Index104 Index Installing and Maintaining the E1200i System 105