The Power-up Sequence 23
The Power-up Sequence
The following sections describe how to get your Switch 3870
powered-up and ready for operation.
Powering-up the
Switch 3870
Use the following sequence of steps to power-up the Switch.
1Plug the power cord into the power socket at the rear of the Switch.
2Plug the other end of the power cord into your power outlet.
The Switch powers-up and runs through its Power On Self Test (POST),
which takes approximately 1 minute.
Checking for Correct
Operation of LEDs
During the Power On Self Test, all ports on the Switch are disabled and
the LEDs light in a rapid sequence.
When the POST has completed, check the Unit Status to make sure that
your Switch is operating correctly. Table 7 shows possible colors for the
LED.
Tab le 7 Unit Status Colors
If there is evidence of a problem, see “Solving Problems Indicated by
LEDs” on page 46 for a list of suggested solutions.
CAUTION: The Switch has no ON/OFF switch; the only method of
connecting or disconnecting mains power is by connecting or
disconnecting the power cord.
Connecting a
Redundant Power
Supply
You can connect a SuperStack 3 Advance Redundant Power System to
the Switch. This unit, which is also known as RPS, is designed to maintain
the power to your Switch if a power supply failure occurs.
For normal redundancy, the unit requires a Type 3 Power Module (part
number 3C16075)
Color State
Green The Switch is powered-up and operating normally.
Yellow The Switch has failed its Power On Self Test (POST).
Off The Switch is not receiving power.
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