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NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and
Configuration Information
This chapter provides information on installing and configuring the NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 and contains
the following sections:
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Preparing for an Upgrade, page 7-2
Copying the Configuration File, page 7-4
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Removing the Network Processing Engine, page 7-7
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Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, page 7-18
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Enabling the Second Processor on the NPE-G1, page 7-46
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Copying the Saved Configuration to NVRAM, page 7-52
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Auxiliary and Console Port Information, page 7-56
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Configuring the Native Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces, page 7-56
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Using show Commands to Check the Installation, page 7-59
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Upgrading the Cisco IOS Image and the Boot Helper (Boot Loader) Image, page 7-62
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Upgrading ROMmon on the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, page 7-63
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Troubleshooting the Upgrade, page 7-65
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Upgrading FPGA on the NPE-G2, page 7-67
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Troubleshooting the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, page 7-67
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Fiber Optic Cleaning Information, page 7-67
The Cisco 7200 VXR routers and Cisco uBR7200 series routers use different models of the NPE-G1 and
Note
the NPE-G2 processors. For the Cisco 7200 VXR routers, order the NPE-G1 or NPE-G1= product. For
the Cisco uBR7200 series routers, order the UBR7200-NPE-G1, UBR7200-NPE-G1=,
UBR7200-NPE-G2, or UBR7200-NPE-G2= product.
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  • Page 1 • Fiber Optic Cleaning Information, page 7-67 The Cisco 7200 VXR routers and Cisco uBR7200 series routers use different models of the NPE-G1 and Note the NPE-G2 processors. For the Cisco 7200 VXR routers, order the NPE-G1 or NPE-G1= product. For the Cisco uBR7200 series routers, order the UBR7200-NPE-G1, UBR7200-NPE-G1=, UBR7200-NPE-G2, or UBR7200-NPE-G2= product.
  • Page 2 URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/cable/ps2217/prod_pre_installation_guide09186a008017bde 6.html Preparing for an Upgrade Cisco IOS Release 12.2 changed the behavior of the ROM monitor (ROMmon) during the bootup Note sequence. See the “Boot Changes in Cisco IOS Release 12.2” section on page 10-2 for more information.
  • Page 3 Disks that are formatted by other computers. After the CompactFlash Disk is properly formatted, however, you can write to it using any PC or workstation that recognizes Type 2 CompactFlash Disk memory. (Optional) Copy the proper Cisco IOS software image (see Table 8-4 on page 8-4) to the CompactFlash Step 4 Disk, using the same technique you used to copy the configuration file in Step 3.
  • Page 4 NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, or the configuration will be lost and you will have to manually re-enter your configuration. Cisco IOS looks to the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 NVRAM for the startup running configuration, because the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, by default, stores the running configuration, whether or not an I/O controller is installed with the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2.
  • Page 5 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Copying the Configuration File Make sure you are at the privileged level of the EXEC command interpreter (check the system prompt Step 3 for a pound sign [#]). If the system prompt does not have a pound sign (#), enter enable, and then your password.
  • Page 6 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Copying the Configuration File Enter the copy startup-config tftp command. The EXEC command interpreter prompts you for the Step 4 name or IP address of the remote host that is to receive the configuration file. (The prompt might include the name or address of a default file server.) Router# copy startup-config tftp Remote host []?
  • Page 7 If you are removing the I/O controller, and do not plan to replace it, you must install an I/O controller Note blank panel (Cisco Product Number IO-CONTROLR-BLANK=) in the I/O controller slot. See the Input/Output Controller Replacement Instructions for information on removing an I/O controller and installing an I/O controller blank panel.
  • Page 8 Ensuring Easy Access to the Router If your Cisco 7200 VXR router or Cisco uBR7200 series router is installed in a standard 19-inch, 4-post or telco-type rack, cables from other equipment in the rack might obstruct access to the rear of the router.
  • Page 9 The LEDs on the port adapters turn off. • When the power switch on a Cisco uBR7200 series power supply is turned to the off (O) position, the Caution power supply enters a reset cycle for 90 seconds. Wait at least 90 seconds before turning the power switch back to the on (|) position.
  • Page 10 Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 if a second power supply is installed. Step 4 This completes the procedure for disconnecting AC-input power from a Cisco 7200 VXR router. Go to “Removing the NPE or NSE-1” section on page 7-16.
  • Page 11 Handle Repeat Step 1 through Step 3 if a second power supply is installed. Step 4 This completes the procedure for disconnecting AC-input power from a Cisco uBR7246VXR router. Go to the “Removing the NPE or NSE-1” section on page 7-16.
  • Page 12 Disconnect the –V and +V leads. You can leave the ground cable connected. For a Cisco 7200 VXR router, remove the cable tie that secures the –V, +V, and ground leads to the power supply faceplate. Save the cable tie.
  • Page 13 Repeat Step 1 through Step 6 if a second power supply is installed. Step 6 This completes the procedure for disconnecting DC-input power from a Cisco 7200 VXR router. Go to “Removing the NPE or NSE-1” section on page 7-16.
  • Page 14 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Removing the Network Processing Engine Figure 7-4 Removing the Strain-Relief Cover from a Cisco uBR7246VXR Router DC-Input Power Supply Power switch –V lead Power receptacle +V lead Captive screw Strain-relief cover...
  • Page 15 DC power source. Step 6 Repeat the steps above to disconnect a secure power supply. This completes the procedure for disconnecting DC-input power from a Cisco uBR7246VXR router. Go to the following section, “Removing the NPE or NSE-1.”...
  • Page 16 If you have difficulty installing a network processing engine or I/O controller in the lowest slot of a Cisco Note 7200 VXR router that is rack-mounted, remove the port adapters, network processing engine and I/O controller from the chassis and reinstall them.
  • Page 17 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Removing the Network Processing Engine Figure 7-6 Cisco 7200 VXR Router NPE Captive Installation Screws and Handle NETWORK PROCESSING ENGINE-300 Captive installation screw Network processing engine or network services engine Handle...

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Reconnecting Input Power and Powering Up the Router, page 7-35 Basic Guidelines If you have difficulty installing a network processing engine or I/O controller in the lowest slot of a Cisco Note 7200 VXR router that is rack-mounted, remove the port adapters, network processing engine and I/O controller from the chassis and reinstall them.
  • Page 19 7-23. Installing a USB Flash Memory Module or eToken—NPE-G2 To connect a Cisco USB Flash memory module or the Aladdin USB eToken Pro key to the NPE-G2 USB port, simply insert the module into the port as shown in Figure 7-8.

  • Page 20: Installing The Npe-G1 Or Npe-G2

    Do not remove a USB Flash memory module when a read or write operation to the USB Flash memory Caution module is in progress. The router might reload, or the USB Flash memory module can be damaged. Only Cisco USB Flash memory modules and the Aladdin USB eToken Pro key are supported by Cisco Note routers.
  • Page 21 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Figure 7-9 Types of SFP Module Latches Sliding latch Swing latch Swing and slide latch The SFP module must be installed before you connect the cables to it. Note The SPF module has three types of latches, which are also the removal mechanism.
  • Page 22 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Figure 7-10 Inserting an SFP Module into the NPE-G2 Gigabit Ethernet Port 0/1 L I N K A C T V G IG A B IT E T H E R N E T 0 / L IN K...

  • Page 23: Installing A Gbic-Npe-G1

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Installing a GBIC—NPE-G1 Use the instructions in this section to install a GBIC in the NPE-G1. Figure 7-11 Installing a GBIC in the NPE-G1 E T H E R N E T 0 G I G A B I T E T H...

  • Page 24: Replacing The Dimm On The Npe-G2

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Replacing the DIMM on the NPE-G2 To replace the DIMM on the NPE-G2, use the following instructions: Locate the DIMM on the NPE-G2. See Figure 7-12. Step 1 Figure 7-12 Locating the DIMM on the NPE-G2...
  • Page 25 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Figure 7-13 Installing or Removing the DIMM on the NPE-G2 Gently insert a DIMM into the DIMM socket. Step 4 Push the release latches until they slip into the notch on the edge of the DIMM, holding it securely in Step 5 place.

  • Page 26: Upgrading The Sdram Sodimms On The Npe-G1 (Optional)

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Upgrading the SDRAM SODIMMs on the NPE-G1 (Optional) If you have purchased an SDRAM memory upgrade for the NPE-G1, replace the SDRAM SODIMMs on the NPE-G1 using the following instructions. Removing a SODIMM Locate the SODIMMs on the NPE-G1.
  • Page 27 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Figure 7-15 Removing or Installing an SDRAM SODIMM SODIMM Step 3 Remove the SODIMM from the socket. Avoid touching the SODIMM as much as possible, particularly the traces, the metal fingers on the connector side of the SODIMM.

  • Page 28: Inserting The Npe-G1 Or Npe-G2 Into The Router

    7-28. Inserting the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 into the Router If you have difficulty installing a network processing engine or I/O controller in the lowest slot of a Cisco Note 7200 VXR router that is rack-mounted, remove the port adapters, network processing engine and I/O controller from the chassis and reinstall them.

  • Page 29: Attaching The Rear Cable-Management Brackets And Cables (Optional)

    Step 6 strips of the rack. This completes the procedure for installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 in a Cisco 7200 VXR router. Attaching the Rear Cable-Management Brackets and Cables (Optional) You may choose to use one of two types of cable-management brackets. One type is the same as is used on the front of the router for managing port adapter and I/O controller cables.
  • Page 30 Captive installation screw Captive installation screw Figure 7-18 Installing the Cisco uBR7200-NPE-G1 or Cisco uBR7200-NPE-G2 Cable-Management Bracket NETWORK PROCESSING ENGINE - G1 G I G A B I T E T H E R N E T 0 / 1...
  • Page 31 Step 6 Installing the Rear Cable-Management Brackets on a Front-Mounted Router (Optional) Use the instructions in this section to attach the cable-management brackets to a front-mounted Cisco 7200 VXR router. Network Processing Engine and Network Services Engine Installation and Configuration 7-31...
  • Page 32 Installing the Rear Cable-Management Brackets on a Rear-Mounted Router (Optional) Use the instructions in this section to attach the cable-management brackets if you have a rear-mounted Cisco 7200 VXR router. Network Processing Engine and Network Services Engine Installation and Configuration...
  • Page 33 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Figure 7-20 Installing the Rear Cable-Management Brackets with the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2—Router Rear-Mounted G I G A B I T E T H E R N E T 0 / 1 G I G A B I T E T H E R N E T 0 / 1 G I G A B I T E T H E R N E T 0 / 1 NETWORK PROCESSING ENGINE - G1...
  • Page 34 If you are not using the NPE-G1 cable-management bracket, you can alternatively use two cable-management bracket configurations for the Cisco uBR7246VXR router. In the first configuration, for a 4-post rack, the rack-mount brackets are installed at the rear of the chassis and the cable-management bracket is installed at the right front of the chassis.
  • Page 35 Cable-management bracket Reconnecting Input Power and Powering Up the Router The following procedures explain how to reconnect input power to a Cisco 7200 VXR router, Cisco UBR7225VXR, or Cisco uBR7246VXR router, power up the router, and verify a successful system boot.
  • Page 36 Repeat Step 1 through Step 4 if a second power supply is installed. Step 5 This completes the steps for reconnecting AC-input power to a Cisco 7200 VXR router. Proceed to the “Powering Up the Router” section on page 7-45.
  • Page 37 U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) at the power source. Repeat Step 1 through Step 4 if a second power supply is installed. Step 5 This completes the steps for reconnecting AC-input power to a Cisco uBR7246VXR router. Proceed to “Powering Up the Router” section on page 7-45.
  • Page 38 Turn on the power switch on the router. Step 5 This completes the steps for reconnecting AC-Input power to a Cisco UBR7225VXR router. Proceed to “Powering Up the Router” section on page 7-45 Reconnecting DC-Input Power to the Cisco 7200 VXR Router To reconnect DC-input power to a Cisco 7200 VXR router, complete the following steps.
  • Page 39 DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the off position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the off position. Figure 7-27 Connecting DC-Input Power to a Cisco 7200 VXR Router Power switch Cable tie...
  • Page 40 Stripping the DC-Input Lines 0.55 in. (14 mm) For the Cisco 7200 VXR routers, insert the stripped end of the ground lead all the way into the ground Step 4 lead receptacle on the DC-input power supply and tighten the receptacle screw using a 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver.
  • Page 41 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 This completes the steps for reconnecting DC-input power to a Cisco 7200 VXR router. Proceed to the “Powering Up the Router” section on page 7-45. Reconnecting DC-Input Power to a Cisco uBR7246VXR Router To reconnect DC-input power to a Cisco uBR7246VXR router, complete the following steps.
  • Page 42 SIf necessary, use a wire stripper to strip approximately 0.55 inch (14 mm) from the –V, +V, and ground leads. Note The ground lead for the Cisco uBR7200 series DC-input power supply consists of a two-hole grounding lug that connects to an M5 grounding receptacle; you do not need to strip this ground lead. Figure 7-30 Stripping the DC-Input Lines 0.55 in.
  • Page 43 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Installing the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Connect the two-hole grounding lug on the grounding lead to the M5 grounding receptacles with the M5 Step 4 nuts. Tighten the nuts using an 8-mm wrench or nut driver (or adjustable wrench). (See Figure 7-31.) Step 5...
  • Page 44 M5 grounding lug Step 9 Restore current to the –V and +V leads. For the Cisco uBR7200 series routers, each DC-input power supply rating is 14A, 700 volt Note ampere (VA). This product relies on the building’s installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
  • Page 45 The console terminal is turned on. – When the power switch on a Cisco uBR7200 series power supply is turned to the off (O) position, the Caution power supply enters a reset cycle for 90 seconds. Wait at least 90 seconds before turning the power switch back to the on (|) position.
  • Page 46 Server (LNS), and PPP Terminated Aggregation (PTA). Port adapters are not supported in the multi-processor forwarding (MPF) path on processor 1. Only the following port adapters are supported in the punt path (Processor 0 processing Cisco IOS) on Cisco IOS Release 12.3(14)YM and later releases of Cisco IOS Release 12.3YM: PA-A3-OC3 (SMI/SML/MM) •...

  • Page 47: Error Messages

    7-64. The minimum software release for the Broadband L2TP Access Concentrator (LAC), L2TP Network Server (LNS), and PPP Terminated Aggregation (PTA) is Cisco IOS Release 12.3(14)YM. Also see the MPF for Broadband LAC, LNS, and PTA document for minimum memory requirements and configuration information.

  • Page 48: Using The Show Interface Stats Command

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Enabling the Second Processor on the NPE-G1 Using the show interface stats Command Use the show interface stats command for information about the interface. Router# show interface stats GigabitEthernet0/1 Switching path Pkts In Chars In Pkts Out...

  • Page 49: Using The Show Mpf Cpu Command

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Enabling the Second Processor on the NPE-G1 Using the show mpf cpu Command Use the show mpf cpu command to display the average second CPU utilization in the last five seconds, one minute, and five minutes.

  • Page 50: Using The Show Mpf Interface Command

    Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Enabling the Second Processor on the NPE-G1 CPU% per hour (last 72 hours) * = maximum CPU% # = average CPU% Using the show mpf interface Command Using the show mpf interface command without arguments shows the interface information for all Gigabit Ethernet interfaces and subinterfaces.

  • Page 51: Using The Show Mpf Ip Exact-Route Command

    Following is output from the show version command with the second processor enabled. Note that the show version output provides “SB-1 CPU” when processor 1 is enabled. Router# show version Cisco IOS Software, 7200 Software (C7200-I12S-M), Version 12.3(BSNOP4_NIGHTLY.050202) UBUILDIT Image, CISCO DEVELOPMENT TEST VERSION Copyright (c) 1986-2005 by Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Page 52 System image file is "tftp://223.255.254.254/auto/tftpboot-users/biff/c7200-i12s-mz.2005-02-02.BSNOP4_NIGH" Last reload reason: Reload command Cisco 7206VXR (NPE-G1) processor (revision 0xFF) with 983040K/65536K bytes of memory. Processor board ID 31650243 SB-1 CPU at 700MHz, Implementation 1025, Rev 0.2, 512KB L2 Cache 6 slot VXR midplane, Version 2.7...
  • Page 53 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Copying the Saved Configuration to NVRAM Copying the Saved Configuration File from a Flash Disk or PC Card To copy the saved configuration file from the Flash Disk or PC Card, follow these steps: Make sure you are at the privileged level of the EXEC command interpreter (check the system prompt Step 1 for a pound sign [#]).
  • Page 54 Protocol-specific information, such as IP addresses if you will configure the interface for IP routing • For complete descriptions of interface commands and the configuration options available for Cisco 7200 VXR-related interfaces, refer to the documentation resources listed in the “Related Documentation”...
  • Page 55 “Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request” section on page iv for instructions on contacting Cisco technical assistance. Enter the show running-config command to display the currently running configuration on the Step 8 terminal. Review the display and ensure that the configuration information is complete and correct. If it is not, verify the filename and repeat the preceding steps to retrieve the correct file, or use the configure command to add or modify the existing configuration.
  • Page 56 Changing the Media Type of the Native Gigabit Ethernet GBIC, SFP, or RJ-45 Ports To be able to use a particular media port, use Cisco IOS to select the media type. This is done by using the media-type interface command:...
  • Page 57 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Configuring the Native Gigabit Ethernet Interfaces Configuring the Interface Transmission and Speed Modes Step 1 After changing the media type, configure the speed and transmission modes to appropriately match the new interface characteristics. Changing the speed and duplex of an NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Gigabit Ethernet interface is done using the speed and duplex interface commands.
  • Page 58 The show controllers command is a very powerful debugging aid, especially for Cisco engineers should you need help in debugging a problem. If you have any problems with your Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, you will need to provide the show controllers command output to Cisco for analysis.
  • Page 59 2. The Product Number C7200-I/O-FE does not specify MII because both an MII and an RJ-45 receptacle are included. 3. The I/O controller with the Product Number C7200-I/O-FE-MII has a single MII Fast Ethernet receptacle only. Although still supported by Cisco, this I/O controller with a single MII receptacle is no longer an orderable product as of May 1998.
  • Page 60 Using show Commands to Check the Installation To determine the hardware configuration of your NPE-G1 or NPE-G2, use the show version command. The following example shows an NPE-G2 installed in a Cisco 7206VXR router: Router# show version Cisco IOS Software, 7200 Software (C7200-JS-M), Version 12.4(PC_D.051028) UBUILDIT Image, Copyright (c) 1986-2005 by Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Page 61 Use the show controllers command to display initialization block information, transmit ring, receive ring, and errors for the interface controllers. The following example provides information about the interfaces on the I/O controller C7200-I/O-2FE/E and the NPE-G1 installed in a Cisco 7206VXR router: Router# show controllers...
  • Page 62 The boot helper (boot loader) image resides in flash memory on the NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 and contains a subset of the Cisco IOS software. This image is used to boot your router from the network or to load Cisco IOS images onto the router. This image is also used if the system cannot find a valid system image.
  • Page 63 This completes the procedure for upgrading your boot helper (boot loader) image. For more detailed instructions on loading and maintaining system images and microcode, including boot helper images, refer to the Configuration Fundamentals Configuration Guide, which is available on Cisco.com. Upgrading ROMmon on the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2 Upgrading the rewriteable ROM monitor (ROMmon) allows you to download a new ROMmon image instead of having to replace hardware (NPE-G1 or NPE-G2) to get a new image.
  • Page 64 Using the show rom-monitor Command and ROMmon CLI showmon Commands Use the show rom-monitor command if you are in Cisco IOS, or the ROMmon CLI showmon command if you are in ROMmon, to determine which ROMmon images are available. See the following examples...
  • Page 65 C7200 platform with 1048576 Kbytes of main memory Upgrade ROMMON initialized rommon 1 > It is advisable to load a known good Cisco IOS image after a ROMmon upgrade. Note Changing Preferences to Choose the Other ROMmon Image To use the other ROMmon image, use one of the following commands to make the change depending on whether you are in Cisco IOS or in ROMmon: •...
  • Page 66 A boot of a corrupted upgrade image: • System Bootstrap, Version 12.2(20031011:151758) [biff-npeg2-fur 135], DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE Copyright (c) 1994-2003 by cisco Systems, Inc. Upgrade ROMMON corrupted. Falling to ReadOnly ROMMON ROM:Rebooted by watchdog hard reset C7200 platform with 1048576 Kbytes of main memory...
  • Page 67 FPD feature, a companion FPD image package is also released for that Cisco IOS software release. The FPD image package is available from Cisco.com and is accessible from the Cisco Software Center page where you go to download your Cisco IOS software image.
  • Page 68 Chapter 7 NPE-G1 and NPE-G2 Installation and Configuration Information Fiber Optic Cleaning Information Network Processing Engine and Network Services Engine Installation and Configuration 7-68 OL-4448-12...

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