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Cisco Expressway CE500 User Manual

Cisco Expressway CE500
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Cisco Expressway
CE500 Appliance
Installation Guide
X8.2 or later
December2014
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Cisco Expressway CE500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelCE500
CategoryGateway
Maximum Concurrent Sessions500
Form FactorRack-mountable
Height (Rack Units)1U
Operating SystemCisco Expressway OS
ManufacturerCisco
Supported ProtocolsSIP, H.323
Security FeaturesTLS, HTTPS
Network Interfaces4 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports

Summary

Introduction to Cisco Expressway CE500

About This Document

Details the installation of a Cisco Expressway CE500 appliance and its contents.

About the Cisco Expressway Appliance

Describes the CE500 appliance, its base hardware, and supported software versions.

Related Documentation

Lists related Cisco Expressway documentation for maintenance, operation, and cluster deployment.

Training Resources

Provides information on available Cisco Expressway training resources and locations.

Glossary of Terms

Offers a link to a glossary of TelePresence terms for better understanding.

Preparing the Cisco Expressway Installation

Environmental and Power Specifications

Details environmental and power requirements for the appliance server.

Unpacking and Installation Preparation

Guides on unpacking, inspecting the server, and preparing for the installation process.

Locating Serial Numbers

Explains how to find the UCS and application/software serial numbers on the appliance.

Installing the Cisco Expressway Appliance

Installing the Unit in a Rack

Instructions for mounting the Cisco Expressway unit into a server rack.

Connecting and Powering On the Unit

Steps to connect power and the procedure for powering on the appliance, including self-test.

Configuring the Cisco Expressway

Connecting to the Expressway

Outlines methods to connect to the Cisco Expressway for initial network setup.

Connecting via Serial Port

Detailed steps for establishing a serial connection to the Cisco Expressway using a PC.

Connecting via KVM Port

Instructions for connecting via KVM for direct hardware access to the appliance.

Performing Initial Configuration

Guides through the initial setup wizard for IP address, passwords, and system settings.

Using the Web Interface

How to access and log in to the Cisco Expressway web-based management interface.

Using the Command Line Interface (CLI)

Methods for connecting to and using the Cisco Expressway via SSH or serial console.

Changing Admin Account Password

Steps to change the administrator password via the web interface or CLI.

Changing Root Account Password

Procedure to change the root account password using a serial connection.

Other System Settings Configuration

Configuration of system name, automatic discovery, and DNS server settings.

Checking for Updates and Upgrading

How to check for software updates and upgrade the Cisco Expressway.

Troubleshooting Cisco Expressway

Locating LEDs and Components

Identifies and explains the LEDs and physical components on the front and rear of the unit.

Understanding LED States

Provides a link to understand the meaning of different LED indicator states.

Document Revision History

Notices and Support Information

Technical Support

Guidance on obtaining technical assistance and information for Cisco support.

Accessibility Notice

Information on Cisco's commitment to accessibility and related resources.

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