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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
About this document
Details installation, hardware, configuration, and troubleshooting of the VCS CE500 appliance.
About the Cisco VCS appliance
Describes the CE500 model, its UCS C220 M3L base, and supported VCS versions.
Related documents
Lists related Cisco documentation for VCS maintenance, operation, and cluster deployment.
Training
Provides information on available Cisco TelePresence training and office locations.
Glossary
Links to a glossary of TelePresence terms for further reference.
Preparing to install
Environmental and power specifications
Provides a link to view environmental and power specifications for the appliance server.
Unpacking and preparing the installation
Details information on unpacking, inspecting, installation guidelines, rack and equipment requirements.
Locating serial numbers
Explains how to find the UCS and Application/Software serial numbers on the appliance.
Installing
Installing the unit in a rack
Guides on how to physically install the Cisco VCS appliance unit into a rack.
Connecting and powering on the unit
Details connecting the power cord and powering on the appliance server.
Configuring
Connecting to the Cisco VCS
Outlines methods for connecting to the Cisco VCS for initial configuration.
Connecting via the serial port
Explains how to connect to the Cisco VCS using a serial cable and terminal emulator.
Connecting via the KVM port
Describes connecting to the Cisco VCS using a KVM adapter or separate USB/VGA ports.
Configuring the Cisco VCS
Details the steps for initial configuration using the install wizard via serial or KVM.
Using the web interface
Instructions on accessing and using the Cisco VCS web interface for administration.
Using the Command Line Interface (CLI)
Guides on connecting to and using the Cisco VCS via SSH or serial port.
Changing the admin account password
Steps to change the admin account password via web interface or CLI.
Changing the root account password
Instructions for changing the root account password using a serial connection.
Changing other system settings
Covers configuring system name, automatic discovery, and DNS server addresses.
Checking for updates and upgrading
Information on checking for the latest software and upgrading the Cisco VCS.
Troubleshooting
Locating LEDs and components
Illustrates and lists LEDs and components on the front and rear of the unit.
Definitions of LED states
Provides a link to definitions for the various LED status indicators on the appliance.
Notices
Technical support
Guidance on obtaining technical support and information needed for support cases.
Accessibility notice
Information regarding Cisco's commitment to accessibility and VPAT availability.
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