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Setting Up the Hardware for the Cisco Unity 8.x System

Setting Up the Cisco Unity 8.x Server and Attaching Peripheral Devices

Setting Up the Hardware for the Cisco Unity 8.x System

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In this chapter, you set up the Cisco Unity server and attach peripheral devices.

When you are finished with this chapter, return to Chapter 1, "Overview of Mandatory Tasks for Installing Cisco Unity 8.x," to continue installing the Cisco Unity system correctly.

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Note The tasks in the list reference detailed instructions in the Installation Guide for Cisco Unity and in other Cisco Unity documentation. Follow the documentation for a successful installation.

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Setting Up the Cisco Unity 8.x Server and Attaching Peripheral Devices

We recommend that you connect the Cisco Unity server to a dedicated uninterruptible power supply.

A Cisco Unity server purchased from Cisco is configured for a specific hardware setup. Do not add or change any hardware on the server, except to add memory, a tape drive, an external modem, or a rail kit.

To Set Up the Server and Attach Peripheral Devices

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Step 1 Place the server in a dry, cool area that is free of dust. Note the following considerations, as applicable:

•Place the Cisco Unity server near a network connection.

•If the Cisco Unity system is using PIMG units to integrate with a circuit-switched phone system, place the PIMG units near the phone system and near a network connection.

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Caution Do not attach the network cable to the server until you have installed the Microsoft service packs and updates recommended for use with Cisco Unity. The Installation Guide for Cisco Unity alerts you when to install the service packs and updates, and when to connect to the network later in the installation process.

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Step 2 Attach any supported peripheral devices to the server. Follow the manufacturer installation and test instructions.

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