User Guide

Quick-Start Guide for Nortel Networks 5399 and 8000 Access Switches
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Boot Sequence
You must decide which boot sequence you want to use (default is self). You can
choose a network boot (
net), self boot (self), or both. Typically, you select both
(
net and self).
Software Image
Determine the software image location (RAC or load host). The software image is
shipped with the RAC and is stored in flash memory. Typically you would select
to load from flash memory, but you can also load from a TFTP load directory from
a load host.
Task 2: Install RAC Software
Follow the software install procedures for the operating system you are using. For
detailed installation procedures, refer to Installing and Configuring Nortel
Networks 5399 and 8000 Access Switch Software for Windows and Windows NT
or Installing and Configuring Nortel Networks Access Switch Software for UNIX.
Task 3: Install the RAC
Install the Model 5399 or Model 8000 RAC. The Model 5399 is installed in a
System 5000 MSX chassis and receives signal and power from the backplane
connectors. The model 8000 RAC is a standalone chassis that requires the
following cables:
•Ethernet
•Console
• Synchronous (if used)
•Power
Note: Configure the RAC before connecting the WAN cables.