Install the Appliance

This chapter explains the following:

Task 2: Insert the SFP Network Connection Modules

The CE1400V ships with a pair of four-port SFP+ NICs. An SFP+ transceiver is required on each NIC port that will connect to your network. Either SFP-10G-SR for fiber, or GLC-TE for copper.


Caution

To avoid compatibility issues, the following restrictions apply to SFP modules.

  • Only use the Cisco SFP-10G-SR or GLC-TE SFP+ transceivers.


    Note

    SFP modules from M4-based Expressways should not be reused in this appliance.

  • Do not mix SFP+ transceivers. Either use all fiber or all copper.

The following requirements also apply to the SFPs:

  • Although SFPs support auto-negotiation for speed and duplex, they only negotiate one speed—to the stated speed of the SFP and full duplex. This means you must connect them to a switch port that supports the stated speed and full duplex:

    • 10 Gb full duplex for fiber SFPs

    • 1 Gb full duplex for copper SFPs

  • If you are installing the CE1400V in an environment that only supports 100 Mb, such as an older DMZ implementation, you need a switch to handle the speed negotiation from 1 Gb to 100 Mb.

Task 3: Connect and Power On

Procedure

Step 1

First connect designated power cords to the appliance and then connect them to a grounded AC power outlet. See Cisco UCS C220 M7 SFF Rack Server Spec Sheet for power specifications.

Step 2

When you plug in the CE1400V appliance for the first time, leave it in standby mode for 5 minutes before pressing the power button. This time allows the onboard CIMC to boot, prepare the self-test, perform a hardware check, and prepare the power characterization test. Failure to wait enough time will postpone the power characterization test until the next boot.

Step 3

To power on the appliance (the power button is at the top of the control panel on the right-hand side of the unit's front face). The system performs a self-test, and the appliance automatically restarts. This restart is expected behavior.

Step 4

The first boot takes approximately 5 minutes due to the initial power characterization test. Any subsequent boot of the system takes approximately 2 minutes. The power characterization test displays the message Performing Platform Characterization … when running.

Step 5

If the power characterization test runs on subsequent bootups, causing a lag in the boot time, it is important that you disable it. It is especially important to disable the test in a clustered environment to avoid issues.

What to do next

For detailed information, see the Cisco UCS C220 M7 Server Installation and Service Guide.

Task 4: Verify Power Status

Check the Power Status LED on the front of the appliance:

  • Off. No AC power is present in the appliance.

  • Amber. Appliance is in standby power mode. Power is supplied only to the CIMC and some motherboard functions.

  • Green. Appliance is in main power mode. Power is supplied to all server components.

Monitoring power consumption

The CIMC has a power monitoring utility that you can use to track power consumption.