Table Of Contents

About This Manual

Audience

Organization

Related Documentation

Conventions

Obtaining Documentation

World Wide Web

Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM

Ordering Documentation

Documentation Feedback

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco.com

Technical Assistance Center

About This Manual

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This section explains who should read the Cisco ONS 15327 User Documentation Release 1.0.1, how the document is organized, related documentation, document conventions, how to order print and CD-ROM documentation, and how to obtain technical assistance.

Audience

This guide is for Cisco ONS 15327 technicians and administrators who are responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and enhancing ONS 15327 networks.

Organization

Chapter	Description
Chapter 1, "Installation"	Provides installation procedures for all ONS 15327 hardware components
Chapter 2, "Card Reference"	Describes all ONS 15327 cards, including their features, protection methods, and specifications
Chapter 3, "Using Cisco Transport Controller"	Explains how to set up ONS 15327 software, configure a node, and perform general provisioning procedures
Chapter 4, "Configuring Networks"	Contains procedures for configuring ONS 15327 rings and circuits
""	Explains how to provision settings such as line- transmission and thresholds for electrical ports and optical cards
Chapter 6, "Ethernet Applications"	Describes how to use the Ethernet features of the ONS 15327
Chapter 7, "Network Management"	Explains the different protocols used to manage ONS 15327 networks
Chapter 8, "CTC Alarms"	Lists the alarms generated by the ONS 15327 that can be viewed using CTC
Chapter 9, "Maintenance"	Describes operations that the ONS 15327 can require after installation
Chapter 10, "TL1 Reference"	Lists TL1 alarms, commands, and autonomous messages supported by the Cisco ONS 15327
Appendix A, "Regulatory and Compliance Requirements"	Lists customer, industry, and government requirements met by the Cisco ONS 15327
Appendix B, "Acronyms"	Defines commonly-used abbreviations
Appendix C, "Glossary"	Defines commonly-used terms

Related Documentation

Release Notes for Cisco ONS 15327 Release 1.0.1

Cisco ONS 15327 Product Overview

Cisco ONS 15327 Common TL1 Command Quick Reference Card

Cisco ONS 15327 Quick Reference Guide

Related products:

Cisco ONS 15454 User Documentation

Installing the Cisco ONS 15216 DWDM Filters

Cisco ONS 15454 Product Overview

Cisco Warranty Services for ONG Products

Cisco ONS 15454 Quick Configuration Guide

Cisco ONS 15454 Quick Installation Guide

Conventions

The following conventions are used throughout this publication:

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Note   Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or useful background information.

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Caution   Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data.

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Warning   Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in harm to yourself or others.

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Tips Means the information might help you solve a problem.

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Convention	Definition
Telcordia	Replaces all instances of Bellcore, the former name of Telcordia Technologies, Inc.
Cisco Transport Controller (CTC)	Replaces all instances of Cerent Management System (CMS)
Bold	Denotes icons, buttons, or tabs that the user must select
>	Used to separate consecutive actions; for example, "click the Maintenance > Protection > Ring tabs"
Procedure:	Precedes all procedures; a horizontal line indicates the end of each procedure

Obtaining Documentation

The following sections provide sources for obtaining documentation from Cisco Systems.

World Wide Web

You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at the following sites:

•http://www.cisco.com

•http://www-china.cisco.com

•http://www-europe.cisco.com

Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM

Optical networking-related documentation, including the Cisco ONS 15327 User Documentation, is available in a CD-ROM package that ships with your product. The Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM, a member of the Cisco Connection Family, is updated as required. Therefore, it might be more current than printed documentation. To order additional copies of the Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM, contact your local sales representative or call customer service. The CD-ROM package is available as a single package or as an annual subscription. You can also access Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www.europe.cisco.com.

Ordering Documentation

Cisco documentation is available in the following ways:

•Registered Cisco Direct Customers can order Cisco Product documentation, including the Optical Networking Product CD-ROM, from the Networking Products MarketPlace:

http://www.cisco.com/public/ordsum.html

•Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco corporate headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, in North America, by calling 800 553-NETS(6387).

Documentation Feedback

If you are reading Cisco product documentation on the World Wide Web, you can submit technical comments electronically. Click Feedback in the toolbar and select Documentation. After you complete the form, click Submit to send it to Cisco.

You can e-mail your comments to bug-doc@cisco.com.

To submit your comments by mail, for your convenience many documents contain a response card behind the front cover. Otherwise, you can mail your comments to the following address:

Cisco Systems, Inc.
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We appreciate your comments.

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools. For Cisco.com registered users, additional troubleshooting tools are available from the TAC website.

Cisco.com

Cisco.com is the foundation of a suite of interactive, networked services that provides immediate, open access to Cisco information and resources at anytime, from anywhere in the world. This highly integrated Internet application is a powerful, easy-to-use tool for doing business with Cisco.

Cisco.com provides a broad range of features and services to help customers and partners streamline business processes and improve productivity. Through Cisco.com, you can find information about Cisco and our networking solutions, services, and programs. In addition, you can resolve technical issues with online technical support, download and test software packages, and order Cisco learning materials and merchandise. Valuable online skill assessment, training, and certification programs are also available.

Customers and partners can self-register on Cisco.com to obtain additional personalized information and services. Registered users can order products, check on the status of an order, access technical support, and view benefits specific to their relationships with Cisco.

To access Cisco.com, go to the following website:

http://www.cisco.com

Technical Assistance Center

The Cisco TAC website is available to all customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product or technology that is under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract.

Contacting TAC by Using the Cisco TAC Website

If you have a priority level 3 (P3) or priority level 4 (P4) problem, contact TAC by going to the TAC website:

http://www.cisco.com/tac

P3 and P4 level problems are defined as follows:

•P3—Your network performance is degraded. Network functionality is noticeably impaired, but most business operations continue.

•P4—You need information or assistance on Cisco product capabilities, product installation, or basic product configuration.

In each of the above cases, use the Cisco TAC website to quickly find answers to your questions.

To register for Cisco.com, go to the following website:

http://www.cisco.com/register/

If you cannot resolve your technical issue by using the TAC online resources, Cisco.com registered users can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at the following website:

http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen

Contacting TAC by Telephone

If you have a priority level 1(P1) or priority level 2 (P2) problem, contact TAC by telephone and immediately open a case. The toll-free Optical Networking Assistance number is 1-877-323-7368.

P1 and P2 level problems are defined as follows:

•P1—Your production network is down, causing a critical impact to business operations if service is not restored quickly. No workaround is available.

•P2—Your production network is severely degraded, affecting significant aspects of your business operations. No workaround is available.