Migration tasks
The information in this section is based on the assumption that the media server complex is
installed, configured, and operational.
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CAUTION:
This migration affects service. When the PPN is turned off, the system drops all
CAUTION:
calls. Service returns when the media server takes control of the IPSIs.
The following list describes the general migration procedures:
Turn off the processor gracefully - pre-conversion administration
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Replace the processor circuit pack or tone clock circuit pack with an IP Server Interface
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(IPSI) circuit pack
Connect the IPSI circuit pack to the Ethernet switch on the customer network
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Assign an IP address to the IPSI circuit pack
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You can reuse the translations from the existing system when you migrate to an S8500 Media
Server.
Note:
You must install the new Communication Manager license file on the media
Note:
server before you make the change or the system will not run.
Perform the following tasks to convert a processor port network to a port network (CMC).
Premigration administration:
Connecting to the processor
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Verifying system status
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Recording all busyouts
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Recording node names and IP addresses
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Saving translations
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Migration tasks:
Accessing the media server maintenance web interface
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Copying translation files to media server
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Restoring translation files
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Administering the IPSIs
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Adding IPSI translations to Communication Manager
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Setting the alarm activation level
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Backing up translations
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