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Using a Flash Memory Card, External Flash Memory Card Overview

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A Using a Flash Memory Card This appendix provides information about using an external flash memory card and contains the following sections: • External Flash Memory Card Overview • Inserting the External Flash Memory Card • Removing the External Flash Memory Card • Formatting an External Flash Card • Copying Files to the External Flash • Displaying Files Stored on the External Flash • External Flash Memory Card Overview • Formatting an External Flash Card • Inserting the External Flash Memory Card • Removing the External Flash Memory Card • Copying Files to the External Flash • Displaying Files Stored on the External Flash External Flash Memory Card Overview Each RPM card is designed with a slot to accommodate an external flash memory card (slot0:). You can use a flash card to copy the image and configuration files for storage and backup purposes. For complex configurations, use the copies for other E1200 systems in your network. Configure your boot execution process to use the images stored on a flash card as the primary (active), secondary (standby), or default boot order preference. Optional external flash memory cards are shipped blank. Inserting the External Flash Memory Card NOTE: Only insert the external flash before system boot or after the system has completed its boot and is runtime mode. Using a Flash Memory Card | 65

Section	Page
About This Guide	7
Information Symbols and Warnings	7
Related Publications	8
The E1200 System	9
Operating Overview	9
Site Preparation	15
Site Selection Criteria	15
Rack Mounting	16
Cabinet Placement	16
Power	16
Fans and Airflow	17
Storing Components	17
Installing the AC Chassis	19
Unpacking the E1200 System	19
Installing the Equipment Rack Shelf Bar	19
Standard Front Chassis Mounting	20
Installing the Chassis into an Equipment Cabinet	21
Installing the DC Chassis	23
Unpacking the E1200 System	23
Installing the Equipment Rack Shelf Bar	23
Standard Front Chassis Mounting	24
Installing the Chassis into an Equipment Cabinet	25
Installing Fan Trays	27
Installing AC Power Supplies	29
Securing the Chassis Ground	30
Installing Power Supplies	30
AC Power Supply and Fan Operability Test	31
Installing DC Power Supplies	33
Cable and Connector Requirements	34
Installing DC PEMs	34
DC Power Supply and Fan Operability Test	38
Installing RPMs, Line Cards, and SFMs	41
Unpacking an RPM or Line Card	41
Important Points to Remember	41
Installing Line Cards and RPMs	42
RPMs	42
Line Cards	42
Blank Panels	43
Preparing and Installing RPMs and Line Cards	43
Installing a Second RPM	44
RPM Label and LEDs	45
Line Card LEDs	46
Installing Switch Fabric Modules (SFMs)	46
SFM Front Panel and LEDs	47
Line Card Cable Management Systems	47
RPM Ports and Cables	49
RPM Ports	49
Connecting the Console and Auxiliary Ports	49
Cable and Adapter Pin Assignments	50
Accessing the Console with a DB-9 Adapter	51
Accessing the Console with a DB-25 Adapter	51
Accessing the Auxiliary Port by Modem	52
Accessing the 10/100 Ethernet Management Port	52
Powering Up	53
Preparation	53
Supplying Power - AC	54
Supplying Power - DC	54
Booting to the CLI Prompt	54
Booting from the BOOT_USER Prompt	55
Removing and Replacing Components	57
Removing and Replacing Fan Trays	57
Removing and Replacing AC Power Supplies	58
Remove an AC Power Supply in a non-redundant installation	59
Remove an AC Power Supply in a redundant installation	59
Removing and Replacing DC Power Supplies	59
Remove a DC Power Supply	60
Removing and Replacing RPMs, Line Cards, or SFMs	61
Removing and Replacing line cards or RPMs	61
Removing and Replacing SFMs	62
Removing and Replacing the Air Filter	63
Using a Flash Memory Card	65
External Flash Memory Card Overview	65
Inserting the External Flash Memory Card	65
Removing the External Flash Memory Card	66
Formatting an External Flash Card	66
Copying Files to the External Flash	67
Displaying Files Stored on the External Flash	67
System Boot	69
The System Boot Process	69
System Boot	69
Booting from the BOOT_USER Prompt	69
Alarms	75
Power Supplies and Alarms	76
AC Power Supplies and Alarms	77
SFMs and Alarms	77
System Specifications	79
E1200i AC Chassis Physical Design	79
E1200i AC System Power Requirements	80
E1200i DC Chassis Physical Design	80
E1200i DC System Power Requirements	80
Environmental Specifications	81
Agency Compliance	81
Safety Standards and Compliance Agency Certifications	83
Electromagnetic Emissions	83
Immunity	83
Product Recycling and Disposal	84
Technical Support	85
The iSupport Website	85
Accessing iSupport Services	85
Contacting the Technical Assistance Center	86
Requesting a Hardware Replacement	87