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Installation Overview and Planning
This chapter provides the overview and planning information you need to carry out a successful
installation of the Cisco Media Gateway Controller Node Manager Version 2.5(2) (Cisco MGC Node
Manager). Specific procedures for installing the Cisco MGC Node Manager are provided in
Note
In previous releases the Voice Services Provisioning Tool (VSPT) was packaged together and known as
Cisco MGC Node Manager Provisioning Tool.
The chapter contains the following topics:
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Installation Overview
Successful network management using Cisco MGC Node Manager begins with a well-planned and
carefully executed installation. Network element management involves many interdependent factors,
including:
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To organize the installation process, use the
carry out your installation. Begin by reading it over to understand the major tasks in a successful
installation, and check off each task as completed.
Who Should Install Cisco MGC Node Manager?
Installing Cisco MGC Node Manager involves tasks such as setting up hard drives and checking and
modifying system files, which are best performed by an experienced system administrator with good
knowledge of UNIX and Solaris.
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Installation Overview, page 1-1
Determine Your Hardware Requirements, page 1-2
Installation Checklist, page 1-5
The correct hardware for your environment
The correct software release and patch levels on the managed devices
The correct installation of Cisco Element Manager Framework, the foundation software for
Cisco MGC Node Manager
Performing installation tasks in the required order, so that prerequisites are in place when needed
C H A P T E R
"Installation Checklist" section on page 1-5
Installation Guide for the Cisco MGC Node Manager 2.5(2)
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