Nortel Networks BCM200, 400 4.0 manual Special tools, Performing a system shutdown

Chapter 20 Preparing hardware for maintenance or upgrades 231

Special tools

Before you replace the components, ensure you have the following equipment:

•Phillips screwdriver #2, with a blade 3.5 in. long

•3/16 inch slot screwdriver

•antistatic wrist grounding strap

Warning: You must wear an antistatic grounding strap at all times when handling electronic components. Failure to do so can result in damage to the equipment.

Performing a system shutdown

If there is a need to perform maintenance, the system may already be powered down. If this is the case, proceed to “To shut down the system hardware” on page 232.

If the system is still operating, perform the following procedures:

•“To shut down the system software” on page 231

•“To shut down the system hardware” on page 232

To shut down the system software

1Check for a recent backup of the BCM system programming.

2If there is no recent backup, use Element Manager to back up the system data. For information about backing up the system data, refer to the BCM 4.0 Administration Guide.

3In Element Manager, from the Administration tab, click the Utilities folder to expand it.

4From the Utilities folder, select Reset.

5Click Shutdown System to prepare the system for power disconnect.

This action will stop all services. All Element Manager sessions will be disconnected from the system. The BCM system can be restored to service only by powering the BCM system off and back on again.

6Click Ok.

The progress update dialog box appears and the BCM system begins the shutdown process.

When the shutdown process is complete, the final warning dialog box appears, and the LEDs enter the flashing state.

7Click Ok to disconnect Element Manager.

When the shutdown Element Manager is disconnected, the system gives an audible beep. The LEDs remain in the flashing state until the hardware is shutdown (see “To shut down the system hardware” on page 232).

If the system hardware is not shutdown within about 15 minutes, it automatically boots up again.

BCM200/400 4.0 Installation and Maintenance Guide