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Performance Route Processor
Installation and Configuration Guide
Product Number: PRP-1=, PRP-1/R=, PRP-2=, PRP-2/R=
This hardware installation and configuration note describes the Performance
Route Processor (PRP) and the PRP-2, route processors for use in Cisco 12000
Series Routers.
Document Contents
This publication includes the following sections:
• Important Information, page 2
Product Overview, page 5
Preparing for Installation, page 18
Removing and Installing a PRP, page 20
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Important Information Regulatory, Compliance, and Safety Information, page 79 Obtaining Documentation, page 84 Documentation Feedback, page 85 Cisco Product Security Overview, page 85 Product Alerts and Field Notices, page 87 Obtaining Technical Assistance, page 88 Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page 90 Important Information This section contains information about the following hardware and software requirements: Router Information, page 2 Cisco IOS Sof
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Important Information PRP Redundancy When two PRPs are installed in a Cisco 12000 Series Router, one PRP is the active PRP and the other is a backup, or standby, PRP. If the active PRP fails or is removed from the system, the standby PRP detects the failure and initiates a switchover. During a switchover, the standby PRP assumes control of the router, connects with the network interfaces, and activates the local network management interface and system console. Note If your system inclu
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Important Information Note Output from the show version command on a PRP-2 card running on software releases prior to 12.0(30)S may display some incorrect information. This is only a display issue and it occurs because the software does not recognize some of the hardware on the card. This does not affect the functionality of the PRP-2. For example, the following is incorrect output from the show version command on release 12.0(22)S: cisco 12406/PRP (MPC7450) processor (revision 0x00) wi
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RESET Product Overview Related Documentation For additional information on the PRP, refer to these publications: Performance Route Processor Software Configuration in Cisco 12000 Series Internet Routers Route Processor Redundancy Plus for the Cisco 12000 Series Internet Router Cisco IOS Release 12.0S Release Notes for Cisco 12000 Series Internet Router Cisco IOS Configuration Fundamentals Configuration Guide Cisco IOS Configuration Fundamentals Command Reference See the “Obtaini
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RESET Product Overview Figure 2 shows the front panel view of the PRP-2. Figure 2 PRP-2, Front Panel View ETH 0 ETH 1 BITS 0 BITS 1 AUX CONSOLE ETH 2 PERFORMANCE ROUTE PROCESSOR 2 The PRP-2 is available as Product Number PRP-2 or PRP-2=, which includes one PRP with 1 G of synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) and one 64-MB advanced technology attachment (ATA) Flash disk. A redundant PRP (Product Number PRP-2/R) is also available. PRP Functions The PRP-1 for the Cisco 12000 Seri
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Product Overview In addition to the functionality listed for the PRP-1, the PRP-2 provides the following additional functions: One IEEE 802.3 10/100/1000-megabits-per-second (Mbps) Ethernet port Two building integrated timing system (BITS) ports for connecting to an external clock source PRP Components The PRP-1 contains the following components: PowerPC processor—Motorola PowerPC 7450 central processing unit (CPU). The CPU runs at an external bus clock speed of 133 MHz and an inte
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Product Overview The PRP-2 contains the following additional components: SDRAM—Up to 4 GB of Cisco-approved synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) on two dual in-line memory modules (DIMMs). 1 GB of SDRAM is the default shipping configuration. SDRAM is field replaceable only when using Cisco-approved DIMMs. Note Software releases prior to 12.0(30)S do not recognize more than 2 GB of SDRAM and will only use the first 2 GB of the installed memory. This does not affect the func
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Product Overview The PRP-2 provides the following additional Flash memory: Compact Flash (CF) disk—Optional 1 GB CF can be used for large IOS images. Storing the Cisco IOS images in Flash memory enables you to download and boot from upgraded Cisco IOS software images remotely, or from software images that reside in PRP Flash memory. Cisco 12000 Series Routers support downloadable system software for most Cisco IOS software upgrades. This enables you to remotely download, store, and bo
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RESET Product Overview Figure 3 PRP-1 (Horizontal Orientation) 1 3 2 ETH 0 ETH 1 AUX CONSOLE PERFORMANCE ROUTE PROCESSOR 1 (PRP-1) 4 5 7 8 9 10 6 1 Backplane connector 6 Ethernet ports 2 Flash SIMM (Socket number P3) 7 Auxiliary port 3 SDRAM DIMMs 8 Console port Bank 1 - Socket number U15 Bank 2 - Socket number U18 4 Ejector lever 9 Handle 5 Flash disk slots (covered) 10 Display LEDs Performance Route Processor Installation and Configuration Guide OL-11656-01 10 PRIMARY PRIMARY EJECT SLOT-1
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RESET Product Overview Figure 4 PRP-2 (Horizontal Orientation) 14 1 2 13 12 ETH 0 ETH 1 BITS 0 BITS 1 AUX CONSOLE ETH 2 ETH 2 PERFORMANCE ROUTE PROCESSOR 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4 1 Compact Flash disk (optional) 8 Console port 2 Flash SIMM (Socket number P3) 9 Gigabit Ethernet port 3 Ejector lever 10 Handle 4 Flash disk slots (covered) 11 Display LEDs 5 Ethernet ports 12 SDRAM DIMM: Bank 1 - Socket number U15 6 BITS ports 13 SDRAM DIMM: Bank 2 - Socket number U18 7 Auxiliary port 14 Hard disk dr
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Product Overview Table 1 PRP Memory Components Type Size Quantity Description Location 1 SDRAM 512 MB or 1 GB 1 or 2 512-MB and 1-GB DIMMs (based on U15 (bank 2 desired SDRAM configuration) for main 1) Cisco IOS software functions U18 (bank 2) 3 SRAM 2 MB (fixed) — Secondary CPU cache memory functions — 4 NVRAM 2 MB (fixed) 1 System configuration files, register — settings, and logs 5 Flash memory 64 MB SIMM 1 Contains Cisco IOS boot image P3 (bootflash), crash information, and other user-
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Product Overview SDRAM SDRAM stores routing tables, protocols, and network accounting applications, and runs the Cisco IOS software. The default PRP-1 configuration includes 512 MB of error checking and correction (ECC) SDRAM. DIMM upgrades of 512 MB and 1 GB are available for the PRP-1. You cannot mix memory sizes. If two DIMMS are installed, they must be the same memory size. The default PRP-2 configuration includes 1 GB of ECC SDRAM. DIMM upgrades of 1 GB and 2 GB are available for
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Product Overview Flash Memory Flash memory allows you to remotely load and store multiple Cisco IOS software and microcode images. You can download a new image over the network or from a local server and then add the new image to Flash memory or replace the existing files. You then can boot the routers either manually or automatically from any of the stored images. Flash memory also functions as a Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server to allow other servers to boot remotely fro
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Product Overview The PRP-2 has the following LED indicators: Two Flash disk activity LEDs, one for each Flash disk slot (labeled SLOT-0 and SLOT-1)—Indicate when the Flash disk slot is accessed. Two Ethernet port LEDs used in conjunction with each of the three RJ-45 Ethernet connectors: – LINK—indicates link activity – DATA—indicates data transmission or reception Two BITS port LEDs used in conjunction with each of the two BITS ports: – SIG—indicates carrier signal available – ACT—
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Product Overview Soft Reset Switch A soft reset switch provides a reset to the processor software on the PRP. You access the soft reset switch through a small opening in the PRP faceplate. To depress the switch, insert a paper clip or a similar object into the opening. Caution The soft reset switch is not a mechanism for resetting the PRP and reloading the IOS image. It is intended for software development use. To prevent system problems or loss of data, use the soft reset switch only on
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Product Overview Asynchronous Serial Ports The PRP has two asynchronous serial ports, the console and auxiliary ports. These allow you to connect external serial devices to monitor and manage the system. Both ports use RJ-45 receptacles. The console port provides a data circuit-terminating equipment (DCE) interface for connecting a console terminal. The auxiliary port provides a data terminal equipment (DTE) interface and supports flow control. It is often used to connect a modem, a ch
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Preparing for Installation Compact Flash Disk The PRP-2 optionally includes a 1-GB compact flash disk that is installed on the PRP-2 board. Note Non-Cisco compact flash disks are not supported. Preparing for Installation Installation preparation is presented in the following sections: Safety Guidelines, page 18 Preventing Electrostatic Discharge, page 19 Required Tools and Equipment, page 20 Working with Electrical Equipment, page 20 Safety Guidelines Before you perform any procedur
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Preparing for Installation Cisco equipment operates safely when it is used in accordance with its specifications and product usage instructions. If you plan to replace a PRP, back up your current configuration file to a remote server or to Flash memory before you remove the PRP. This prevents you from having to reenter all your current configuration information manually. To back up the file, copy your configuration file to a Flash disk or access a remote server. Preventing Electros
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Removing and Installing a PRP Required Tools and Equipment You need the following tools and parts to remove and install a PRP: Flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver ESD-preventive wrist strap and instructions Antistatic mat, foam pad, or bag for the removed PRP. Place the removed PRP into an antistatic bag if you plan to return it to the factory, or on an antistatic mat or foam if you are replacing components and will reinstall the PRP. Working with Electrical Equipment Follow these ba
