Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Release 8.0 -- Installing the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Hardware

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This is step 2 of the installation and configuration process. See the Quick Start for Installing and Configuring Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Release 8.0 module for information about the order in which to install and configure the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Release 8.0 components.
The steps in this module are optional and should only be performed if you are installing a Hardware Media Server and not an Express Media Server. (You selected the type of media server when you installed the Application Server.)
System Requirements
How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server
How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server

System Requirements

Before installing the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace hardware, read the following:

How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server

Note: Complete the instructions in either this section or the How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server, depending on the type of Hardware Media Server that you have.

Physical Description

Each Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server unit contains two internal cards:

Signaling and audio card (Audio Blade-the upper card)
Video processing card (Video Blade-the lower card)

The two cards work together to perform audio and video conferencing, but each card requires a unique IP address. The cards communicate with each other via IP.

Note: For correct operation, the Video Blade must register with the Audio Blade in the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server.

The Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server has a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port on the front panel that uses an RJ-45 connector to connect to the network. You can use the asynchronous, 9-pin serial port with a hyperterminal program to configure and monitor the module.

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server Front Panel shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server. Table: Front Panel Components describes the components of the front panel.

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server Front Panel

Table: Front Panel Components

Component	Description
Upper Row
IOIOI connector	A DB-9 connector that allows you to connect a PC terminal for local configuration.
RST button	Allows you to reset the unit manually.
Ethernet 1 and 2 connectors	Two RJ-45 connectors. Only the connector on the right is active and provides the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port.
Ethernet 1 and 2 LED	Indicates the status and connection speed of the Ethernet link: Orange when connected to a 1000 Mbps line Green when connected to a 100 Mbps line Yellow when connected to a 10 Mbps line Off when there is no link
ALARM LED	Indicates an error: Red if an error occurs and the unit requires resetting
REG LED	Indicates whether the Audio Blade is registered to a gatekeeper: Green if the Audio Blade is registered to a gatekeeper Off when the Audio Blade is not registered to a gatekeeper
ACT LED	Indicates call activity: Orange when there are active calls using more than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Green when there are active calls on the Audio Blade using less than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Off when there are no calls currently active
Lower Row
Ethernet connector	An RJ-45 connector that provides the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port.
Ethernet LED	Indicate the status and connection speed of the Ethernet link: Green when connected to a 100 Mbps line Yellow when connected to a 10 Mbps line Off when there is no link
IOIOI connector	A DB-9 connector that allows you to connect a PC terminal for local configuration.
RST button	Allows you to reset the unit manually.
MC LED	Indicates whether the Video Blade is registered with the Audio Blade: Green if the Video Blade is registered with the Audio Blade
CPU High LED	Indicates if more than 50 percent of the video resources are in use: Green when more than 50 percent of the video resources are in use
ALARM LED	Indicates an error: Green if an error occurs and the unit requires resetting
ACT LED	Indicates call activity: Orange when there are active calls using more than 50 percent of the Video Blade capacity Green when there are active calls on the Video Blade using less than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Off when there are no calls currently active
PWR button	Allows you to turn the unit on and off manually.

Installation Requirements

The installation requirements for installing the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server are as follows:

Equipment Requirements

Proper clearance at the sides of the unit to allow adequate ventilation, and clearance of at least 20 centimeters at the back of the unit to allow access to cable connections
A PC with a serial port and terminal emulation software to assign an IP address to the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server
A grounded AC power outlet
A 100Base-TX LAN cable

Software Requirements

Available IP network ports on the switch for the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server
Two dedicated IP addresses-one each for the Audio Blade and Video Blade
The IP address of the router that the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server will use to communicate across the network

Atmosphere Requirements

Ambient room temperature range of 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 40 degrees Celsius)
Non-condensing relative humidity range of 5 to 90 percent

Verifying the Package Contents for the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server

Inspect the contents of the box for shipping damage. Report any damage or missing items to your Cisco representative. The following are the package contents for the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server:

Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server
Power cable
Terminal cable
Two LAN cables (one for the Audio Blade, one for the Video Blade)
Rack mounting kit consisting of two brackets and six screws
Four rubber feet
Guide to Cisco Conferencing Documentation
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3500 Series Media Server
Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server Software CD-ROM
Cisco Information Package

Mounting the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server in a 19-inch Rack

You can optionally mount the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server in a standard 19-inch rack. Two mounting brackets and a set of screws are included in the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server shipping box.

Procedure

Disconnect all cables including the power cables.
Place the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server right-side up on a hard flat surface with the front panel facing you.
Position a mounting bracket over the mounting holes on each side of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server, as shown in Figure: Fitting a Bracket for Rack Mounting.

Figure: Fitting a Bracket for Rack Mounting

4. Pass the screws through the brackets and tighten them into the screw holes on each side of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server using a suitable screwdriver.

5. Insert the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server into the 19-inch rack.

6. Fasten the brackets to the side rails of the rack.

7. Make sure that the air vents at the sides of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server are not blocked.

How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server

Note: Complete the instructions in either this section or the How to Install the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3515 Media Server, depending on the type of Media Server that you have.

The Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server Audio Blade works together with a Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server Video Blade to perform audio and video conferencing. The Audio Blade is responsible for signaling and audio. The Video Blade is responsible for video. The Audio Blade and Video Blades connect via the Ethernet.

Each Audio Blade may be registered with up to four Video Blades, or none at all. For correct operation, the Video Blade must register with the Audio Blade.

This section describes the following topics:

About the Physical Characteristics of the Blades

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade

The Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade has a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port on the front panel that uses an RJ-45 connector to connect to the network. You can use the asynchronous, 9-pin serial port with a hyperterminal program to configure and monitor the blade.

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade Front Panel shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade. Table: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade Front Panel Components describes the components of the front panel.

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade Front Panel

Table: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Audio Blade Front Panel Components

Component	Description
IOIOI connector	A DB-9 connector that allows you to connect a PC terminal for local configuration.
RST button	Allows you to reset the board manually.
Ethernet 1 and 2 connectors	Two RJ-45 connectors. Only the connector on the right is active and provides the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port.
Ethernet 1 and 2 LED	Indicates the status and connection speed of the Ethernet link: Orange when connected to a 1000 Mbps line Green when connected to a 100 Mbps line Yellow when connected to a 10 Mbps line Off when there is no link
ALARM LED	Indicates an error: Red if an error occurs and the unit requires resetting
REG LED	Indicates whether the Audio Blade is registered to a gatekeeper: Green if the Audio Blade is registered to a gatekeeper Off when the Audio Blade is not registered to a gatekeeper
ACT LED	Indicates call activity: Orange when there are active calls using more than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Green when there are active calls on the Audio Blade using less than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Off when there are no calls currently active
Swap RDY LED	Indicates hot swap readiness: Blue when the board is first inserted or if the board latches are unlocked Off when the board is either completely detached or locked in place

Physical Description of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Video Blade

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Video Blade Front Panel shows the front panel of the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Video Blade. Table: Front Panel Components describes the components of the front panel.

Figure: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Video Blade Front Panel

Table: Cisco Unified MeetingPlace Video Blade Front Panel Components

Component	Description
Ethernet connector	An RJ-45 connector that provides the primary Ethernet connection for the IP network port.
Ethernet LED	Indicate the status and connection speed of the Ethernet link: Green when connected to a 100 Mbps line Yellow when connected to a 10 Mbps line Off when there is no link
RST button	Allows you to reset the unit manually.
MC LED	Indicates whether the Video Blade is registered with the Audio Blade: Green if the Video Blade is registered with the Audio Blade
CPU High LED	Indicates if more than 50 percent of the video resources are in use: Green when more than 50 percent of the video resources are in use
ALARM LED	Indicates an error: Green if an error occurs and the unit requires resetting
ACT LED	Indicates call activity: Orange when there are active calls using more than 50 percent of the Video Blade capacity Green when there are active calls on the Video Blade using less than 50 percent of the Audio Blade capacity Off when there are no calls currently active

Installation Requirements for the Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 3545 Media Server

Warning! During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card. Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool, or you could shock yourself.

The requirements are as follows: