About this Manual

This section explains who should read the Cisco ONS 15454 User Documentation Release 2.2.1, how it is organized, related documentation, and document conventions.

Audience

This guide is for Cisco ONS 15454 installation technicians and administrators who are responsible for configuring, maintaining, and enhancing ONS 15454 networks.

Organization


Chapter	Title	Description
Chapter 1	Installation	Provides installation procedures for all ONS 15454 hardware components
Chapter 2	Card Reference	Describes all ONS 15454 cards, including their features, protection methods, and specifications
Chapter 3	Using the Cisco Transport Controller	Explains how to set up the ONS 15454 software
Chapter 4	Configuring Networks	Contains procedures for configuring ONS 15454 rings and circuits
Chapter 5	Provisioning Cards	Explains how to use the CTC to configure ONS 15454 electrical cards, optical cards, and the Alarm Interface Controller card
Chapter 6	DWDM	Provides a description of dense wavelength division multiplexing and explains how the ONS 15454 uses DWDM to increase bandwidth
Chapter 7	Ethernet Applications	Describes how to use the Ethernet features of the ONS 15454
Chapter 8	Network Management	Explains the different protocols used to manage ONS 15454 networks
Chapter 9	CTC Alarms	Lists the alarms generated by the ONS 15454 that can be viewed using the CTC
Chapter 10	Maintenance	Describes miscellaneous operations that the ONS 15454 requires after installation
Chapter 11	TL1 Reference	Lists TL1 alarms, commands, and autonomous messages supported by the Cisco ONS 15454
Appendix A	Regulatory and Compliance Requirements	Lists customer, industry, and government requirements met by the Cisco ONS 15454
Appendix B	Glossary	Defines commonly-used terms
Appendix C	Acronyms	Defines commonly-used acronyms

Related Documentation

Conventions

Note Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or useful background information.

Warning Means reader be careful. In this situation, you might do something that could result in harm to yourself or others.


Convention	Definition
Telcordia	Replaces all instances of Bellcore, the former name of Telcordia Technologies, Inc.
Cisco Transport Controller (CTC)	Replaces all instances of Cerent Management System (CMS)
Bold	Denotes icons, buttons, or tabs that the user must select
Italic	Field where the user enters a value
>	Used to separate consecutive actions; for example, "click the Maintenance>Protection>Ring tabs"
Procedure:	Precedes all procedures; a horizontal line indicates the end of each procedure

Obtaining Documentation

The following sections provide sources for obtaining documentation from Cisco Systems.

World Wide Web

You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at the following sites:

Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM

Optical networking-related documentation, including Cisco ONS 15454 User Documentation, Release 2.2.1, is available in a CD-ROM package that ships with your product. The Optical Networking Product Documentation CD-ROM, a member of the Cisco Connection Family, is updated as required. Therefore, it might be more current than printed documentation. The CD-ROM package is available as a single package or as an annual subscription. You can also access Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www.europe.cisco.com.

Ordering Documentation

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Registered Cisco Direct Customers can order Cisco Product documentation, including the Optical Networking Product CD-ROM, from the Networking Products MarketPlace:

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Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco corporate headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, in North America, by calling 800 553-NETS(6387).

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Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools. For Cisco.com registered users, additional troubleshooting tools are available from the TAC website.

Cisco.com

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Cisco.com provides a broad range of features and services to help customers and partners streamline business processes and improve productivity. Through Cisco.com, you can find information about Cisco and our networking solutions, services, and programs. In addition, you can resolve technical issues with online technical support, download and test software packages, and order Cisco learning materials and merchandise. Valuable online skill assessment, training, and certification programs are also available.

Customers and partners can self-register on Cisco.com to obtain additional personalized information and services. Registered users can order products, check on the status of an order, access technical support, and view benefits specific to their relationships with Cisco.

Technical Assistance Center

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Contacting TAC by Using the Cisco TAC Website

If you have a priority level 3 (P3) or priority level 4 (P4) problem, contact TAC by going to the TAC website:

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P3—Your network performance is degraded. Network functionality is noticeably impaired, but most business operations continue.

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P4—You need information or assistance on Cisco product capabilities, product installation, or basic product configuration.

In each of the above cases, use the Cisco TAC website to quickly find answers to your questions.

If you cannot resolve your technical issue by using the TAC online resources, Cisco.com registered users can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at the following website:

Contacting TAC by Telephone

If you have a priority level 1(P1) or priority level 2 (P2) problem, contact TAC by telephone and immediately open a case.The toll-free Optical Networking Assistance number is 1-877-323-7368.

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P1—Your production network is down, causing a critical impact to business operations if service is not restored quickly. No workaround is available.

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P2—Your production network is severely degraded, affecting significant aspects of your business operations. No workaround is available.

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