Chapter 3 Initial Configuration of the ML-Series Card

Startup Configuration File

•8 data bits

•1 stop bit

•No parity

Step 2 Insert the RJ-45 connector of the supplied cable into the female end of the supplied console cable adapter.

Step 3 Insert the RJ-11 modular plug end of the supplied console cable adapter into the RJ-11 serial console port, labeled CONSOLE, on the ML-Series card faceplate.

Step 4 Attach the supplied RJ-45-to-DB-9 female DTE adapter to the nine-pin DB-9 serial port on the PC. Step 5 Insert the other end of the supplied cable in the attached adapter.

Startup Configuration File

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The ML-Series card needs a startup configuration file in order to configure itself beyond the default configuration when it resets. If no startup configuration file exists in the 15310-CL-CTX or the CTX 2500 flash memory, then the card boots up to a default configuration. Users can manually set up the startup configuration file through the serial console port and the Cisco IOS CLI configuration mode or load a Cisco IOS supplied sample startup configuration file through CTC. A running configuration becomes a startup configuration file when saved with a copy running-configstartup-configcommand.

It is not possible to establish a Telnet connection to the ML-Series card until a startup configuration file is loaded onto the ML-Series card. Access is available through the console port.

The copy running-configstartup-configcommand saves a startup configuration file to the flash memory of the ML-Series card. This operation is confirmed by the appearance of the text “[OK]” in the Cisco IOS CLI session. The startup configuration file is also saved to the ONS node’s database restoration file after approximately 30 additional seconds.

Accessing the read-only memory monitor mode (ROMMON) on the ML-Series card without the assistance of Cisco personnel is not recommended. This mode allows actions that can render the ML-Series card inoperable. The ML-Series card ROMMON is preconfigured to boot the correct Cisco IOS software image for the ML-Series card.

The maximum permitted size of the startup configuration file on the ONS 15310 ML-Series card is 96 kilobytes.

When the running configuration file is altered, a RUNCFG-SAVENEED condition appears in CTC. This condition is a reminder to enter a copy running-configstartup-configcommand in the Cisco IOS CLI, or configuration changes will be lost when the ML-Series card reboots.

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ONS 15310-CL, ONS 15310-MA, Cisco ONS 15310-MA specifications

Cisco Systems has long been a leader in networking and telecommunications technology, and among its impressive lineup of products, the Cisco ONS 15310 series stands out as an essential solution for optical networking. This series includes models such as the ONS 15310-MA, ONS 15310-CL, and ONS 15310-CA, each designed to meet the diverse needs of service providers and enterprises seeking to enhance their optical transport networks.

The Cisco ONS 15310-MA is an advanced multi-service platform designed for metropolitan area networks. It facilitates the seamless transport of data, voice, and video over optical networks. One of its main features is its ability to support a variety of interfaces, including Ethernet, SONET/SDH, and Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM), allowing users to integrate multiple services into a single platform. Additionally, the ONS 15310-MA supports advanced traffic management and Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize critical applications and ensure consistent performance.

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In conclusion, the Cisco ONS 15310-MA and ONS 15310-CL models represent sophisticated solutions for modern optical networks. With their versatile features, advanced technologies, and robust design, they empower service providers and enterprises to build resilient, high-capacity networks that meet the demands of today’s data-driven world.
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