Observing System Startup andPerforming a Basic Configuration 4-3
Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Before attempting to start up your system, verify that the following conditions exist:
•All line cards in the upper card cage are fully inserted into their slots; all captive
installation screws on the line cards are tightened.
•All clock and scheduler cards (CSCs) in the upper card cage are fully inserted.
•All switch fabric cards (SFCs) in the lower card cage are fully inserted.
•All interface cables are securely attached; where appropriate, adequate cable strain
relief exists.
•Source power for the power supply(ies) is properly connected.
•The console terminal is connected to the console port on the RP.
•The console is configured for the appropriate communications parameters and turned
on. (In order for you to perform the initial configuration of a Cisco12008, you must
have a console terminal connected to the console port on the RP.)
•The Flash memory card that shipped with your system is inserted in PCMCIA slot 0 on
the RP.
Note By default, a Flash memory card containing a valid Cisco IOS software image is
inserted in PCMCIA slot 0 prior to shipment. Also, by default, the software configuration
register is set to 0x0102, causing the system to boot automatically from the Cisco IOS
software image stored on the Flash memory card.
After verifying the above conditions, proceed to the next section to start up your Cisco
12008.