Enabling Full Memory Tests; Catalyst Software - Cisco IPS-4255-K9 - Intrusion Protection Sys 4255 Installation Manual

Enabling Full Memory Tests

Blank faceplates and cover panels serve three important functions: they prevent exposure to
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hazardous voltages and currents inside the chassis; they contain electromagnetic interference (EMI)
that might disrupt other equipment; and they direct the flow of cooling air through the chassis. Do not
operate the system unless all cards, faceplates, front covers, and rear covers are in place. Statement
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Enabling Full Memory Tests
When the IDSM2 initially boots, by default it runs a partial memory test. You can enable a full memory
test in Catalyst software and Cisco IOS software. This section describes how to enable memory tests,
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Catalyst Software

Use the set boot device boot_sequence module_number mem-test-full command to enable a full
memory test. The full memory test takes about 12 minutes. To enable a full memory test, follow these
steps:
Log in to the console.
Step 1
Enter privileged mode.
Step 2
console> enable
Enable the full memory test.
Step 3
console> (enable) set boot dev cf:1 3 mem-test-full
Device BOOT variable = cf:1
Memory-test set to FULL
Warning: Device list is not verified but still set in the boot string.
console> (enable) set boot dev hdd:1 3 mem-test-full
Device BOOT variable = hdd:1
Memory-test set to FULL
Warning: Device list is not verified but still set in the boot string.
console> (enable)
Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Appliance and Module Installation Guide for IPS 7.0
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For more information on ESD-controlled environments, see
1-32.
For the procedure for resetting the IDSM2, see
For the procedure for restoring the application partition, see
page 12-28.
For the procedure for powering the IDSM2 up and down, see
page 7-15.
Catalyst Software, page 7-12
Cisco IOS Software, page 7-13
Chapter 7
Working in an ESD Environment, page
Resetting the IDSM2, page
Installing the IDSM2 System Image,
Powering the IDSM2 Up and Down,
Installing the IDSM2
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