142 Brocade MLX Series and NetIron XMR Hardware Installation Guide
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Verifying proper operation
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Because the router is designed to provide uninterrupted service even when you insert or
remove management modules and interface modules, there is no on/off power switch. To turn
the system off, simply unplug the power cords.
Wall outlets should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
4. Verify that the router has initialized successfully. Refer to “Verifying proper operation” on
page 142.
Verifying proper operation
To verify that your router is operating properly, observe the LEDs, or display the status of the
modules using the CLI.
Observing the LEDs
When power is supplied to the router, you can observe the LEDs to verify that the router initialized
successfully. Table 33 describes the LEDs, the desired state of each LED, possible abnormal states
of each LED, and what to do if an LED indicates an abnormal state.
TABLE 33 Router LED states and actions
LED label Desired state Meaning Abnormal
state
Meaning or action
Management module
Active The Active LED on
one of the installed
management
modules should be
on.
The module is
functioning as the
active management
module.
Off Neither of the management modules is managing the switch
fabric and interface modules. A problem may have occurred
during initialization. Check your attached PC or terminal for
possible error messages.
Pwr On The module is
receiving power.
Off The module is not receiving power. Check the following:
• Make certain that the module is installed properly. For more
information, refer to the module installation section in this
chapter that applies to your router model.
• If you are using AC power supplies, refer to the AC power
supply LED information in this table for more information.
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Ethernet Port
On (green) A link is established
with the remote
port.
Off A link is not established with the remote port. Check the
following:
• Verify that the connection to the other router has been
properly made. Also, make certain that the other router is
powered on and operating correctly.
• Try using a different cable.
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