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show bootvar

This command displays the current operating system boot configuration parameters.

 

BOOT_USER # show bootvar

 

PRIMARY OPERATING SYSTEM BOOT PARAMETERS:

 

========================================

 

boot device

: flash

 

file name

: /E600i-x.bin

SECONDARY OPERATING SYSTEM BOOT PARAMETERS:

5boot change {primary If your configuration displays no pre-configured operating system boot parameters,

secondary default}

use the boot change command to edit appropriate fields.

 

• The primary operating system boot parameters are used in the first attempt to boot

 

the system.

 

• The secondary operating system boot parameters are used if the primary

 

operating system boot selection is not available.

 

• The default operating system boot parameters are used if the secondary operating

 

system boot parameter selection is not available. The default parameters always

 

reside on the internal flash device (flash:).

 

NOTE: These parameters, as well as other boot parameters, can be modified

 

in the CLI mode.

 

When you enter the boot change command, you are prompted for a response.

 

• Enter a new parameter or press the ENTER key (carriage return) to accept the

 

default parameter.

 

• Enter

.

(period) to clear a field.

 

• Enter

-

(dash) to edit a field above the current cursor position.

NOTE: When you enter a new parameter that extends beyond 80 characters, you cannot use the BACKSPACE key to correct any mistakes. If you make a mistake, you must re-enter the parameter.

BOOT_USER # boot change

primary

'.' = clear field;

'-'

= go to previous field

boot device

 

: flash

file name

 

: /E600i-6.x.bin

BOOT_USER # boot change

default

'.' = clear field;

'-'

= go to previous field

boot device

 

: flash

file name

 

: /E600i-6.x.bin

BOOT_USER #

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Contents E600i TeraScale Installation Guide Page Contents Powering Up System Boot W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Contents 1describes symbols contained in this guide Information Symbols and WarningsInformation Symbols About This GuideRelease Notes for the E-Series Related PublicationsSite Preparation Site SelectionEquipment Rack and Cabinet Requirements 2500W AC Power Requirements Power RequirementsDC Power Requirements Storage RequirementsOperating Overview E600i SystemE600i Chassis Rear View E600i Chassis Front View with AC Power SuppliesE600i Hardware Component Operating Requirements Summary E600i System Installation ProcessPage Installing the Chassis Installing the Equipment Rack Shelf BarUnpacking the E600i System Standard Front Chassis Rack Mounting To install a equipment rack shelf barTo install the chassis into a prepared rack Installing the Chassis into an Equipment CabinetPage Fan Tray Installing the Fan TrayFan Speed Fan Speed and TemperatureMinimum Power Supply Requirements Power SupplyAC Power Supply Unit AC Power Supply UnitsPower Cord Requirements Install the AC Power Supply UnitsTo install an AC power supply unit To remove an AC power supply unit Remove the AC Power SupplyCable and Connector Requirements DC Power Entry ModulesInstall the DC PEMs To install a DC PEMReplace the DC PEM Removing the DC PEM Safety CoverTo remove a PEM Page Unpacking Installing RPMs, Line Cards, and SFMsLine Cards and RPMs RPMsTo install line cards and RPMs Preparing and Installing the RPMs and Line CardsLine Cards Blank PanelsInstalling RPM into the E600i Installing a Second RPM RPM Label and LEDsRPM LEDs Line Card LEDs Installing Switch Fabric Modules SFMsInstalling SFMs SFM Front Panel and LEDs 2defines the SFM front panel and LED displaysSFM Front Panel and LED Descriptions Page Connecting the Console and Auxiliary Ports RPM Ports and CablesRPM Ports Cable and Adapter Pin Assignments Console Port RJ-45 Pin AssignmentsAuxiliary Port RJ-45 Pin Assignments Accessing the Console with a DB-9 Adapter Accessing the Console with a DB-25 AdapterPin Assignments Between E600i Console and DB-25 Adapter Accessing the Auxiliary Port by Modem Accessing the 10/100 Ethernet Management PortRJ-45 to DB-25 Adapter Pin Modem Assignments 100 Ethernet Management Port LEDsSupplying Power Powering UpTo supply power to the E600i system PreparationBooting from the Bootuser Prompt Booting to the CLI PromptRemoving and Replacing the Fan Tray Removing and Replacing PartsReplacing 2500W AC Power Supply Removing and Replacing Power ModulesReplacing DC PEMs Removing the Power CordDC PEM Label Removing and Replacing RPMs, Line Cards, or SFMsNo linecard number To remove and install an SFMReplacing the E600i Air Filter Removing and Replacing the Air FilterTo remove and replace the air filter Page External Flash Memory Card Overview Using a Flash Memory CardInserting the External Flash Memory Card Removing the External Flash Memory CardFormatting an External Flash Card Copying Files to the External FlashDisplaying Files Stored on the External Flash Dir Command Example Page System Boot E600i System Boot ProcessBooting from the Bootuser Prompt Help To configure the chassis from the Bootuser promptUse the boot change command to edit appropriate fields Show default-gateway default-gateway ip-address Force10 Page Table B-1. Alarm Events and Reporting AlarmsSFMs and Alarms AC Power Supplies and AlarmsAlarms Alarms W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m System Specifications Chassis Physical DesignThis appendix contains the following major sections AC Power Supply Unit Requirements DC Power Entry Module RequirementEnvironmental Agency Compliance SFM and RPM Power RequirementsJapan Vcci Compliance for Class a Equipment Safety Standards and Compliance Agency Certifications Electromagnetic Compatibility EMCProduct Recycling and Disposal Figure C-1. The European Weee symbol Technical Support Accessing iSupport ServicesISupport Website This appendix contains these major sectionsRequest tab Contacting the Technical Assistance CenterTo request replacement hardware, follow these steps Requesting a Hardware ReplacementPage Page W. d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m

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