This publication contains instructions for installing and upgrading the Performance Routing Engine 3
(PRE3) in a Cisco 10008 router.
Finding Feature Information in This Module
Your Cisco IOS software release may not support all of the features documented in this module. To reach
links to specific feature documentation in this module and to see a list of the releases in which each feature is
supported, use the “Feature Information for Installing a PRE3” section on page 34.
Finding Support Information for Platforms and Cisco IOS Software Images
Use Cisco Feature Navigator to find information about platform support and Cisco IOS software image
support. Access Cisco Feature Navigator at http://www.cisco.com/go/fn. You must have an account on
Cisco.com. If you do not have an account or have forgotten your username or password, click Cancel at
the login dialog box and follow the instructions that appear.
Contents
The following sections are included in this installation document:
• Product Overview, page 3
• Prerequisites and Preparation, page 7
• Safety Guidelines, page 7
• Software Compatibility, page 8
• Installation Guidelines, page 8
• Installing or Replacing a PRE3, page 11
• Forcing Failover in a Redundant Pair, page 16
• Managing System Boot Parameters, page 16
• Upgrading Software, page 18
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The Performance Routing Engine 3 (PRE3) is the fourth generation Parallel Express Forwarding (PXF)
packet processing and scheduling engine for the Cisco 10008 router. Figure 1 shows the front of the
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3Redundant PEM7Line card slots 5 to 8
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The PRE3 performs all Layer 2 and Layer 3 packet manipulation related to routing and forwarding
through the Cisco 10008 router. Its advanced application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) technology
supports very high performance throughput with IP services enabled on each port.
The PRE3 consists of two main logical and physical cards:
• The fast packet (FP) card—Performs fast path forwarding and output scheduling.
• The route processor (RP) card—Contains the configuration, management route processing engine,
and backplane interconnect. The FP card plugs into the RP card.
The PRE3 runs Cisco IOS Release 12.2(31)SB2 and later releases. Benefits of the PRE3 include:
• 800-MHz dual processor
• Four PXF network processors arranged as 8 columns and 8 rows
• 128 Mbytes of configuration memory (per column) with Error-Correcting Code (ECC)
• 2 GB SDRAM with single error correction/double error detect ECC
• Two separate CompactFlash slots. The internal CompactFlash slot stores images to bootflash. The
• 256 MB packet buffer and 64 MB control memory ECC
• A 1000/100 Mbit Interprocess Ethernet interface for communications between redundant PRE3s
• A Hierarchical Queueing Framework (HQF) that provides a three level hierarchy for class, logic,
By centralizing packet processing in the PRE3, the Cisco 10008 router architecture frees up space on
line cards, enabling high interface density, yet retaining the compact Network Equipment Business
Systems (NEBS) transmission equipment form factor.
Redundant PRE3s
external CompactFlash slot is Disk0.
and physical levels
You can configure two PRE3s in a single chassis for redundancy. If the active PRE3 fails, the standby
PRE3 automatically takes over operation of the router. Because all the line cards are physically
connected to both the active and standby PRE3s, the failure of a single PRE3 does not require user
intervention. If a failure occurs, all line cards automatically reset to the redundant PRE3. Startup and
running configurations of the standby PRE3 are synchronized with the active PRE3, ensuring the fastest
possible cut-over time if the active PRE3 fails.
PRE3 Front Panel
This section describes the PRE3 front panel (see Figure 2).
PRE3 Connectors
The front panel on the PRE3 contains three ports with RJ-45 connectors (see Figure 2).
• Console port (CONSOLE)—This asynchronous serial port is used to connect a terminal to the PRE3
• Auxiliary port (AUX)—This asynchronous serial port is used to connect a modem to the PRE3 for
• Network Management Ethernet (NME) Port (ETHERNET)—This Ethernet port is used to connect
for local administrative access.
remote administrative access.
the PRE3 to a Fast Ethernet port.
CompactFlash Card Slot
The internal CompactFlash card slot can store the Cisco IOS image or a system configuration file on a
flash memory card. The system can also boot from the software stored on the flash memory card.
ACTIVITYGreenPackets are being transmitted and received.
OffNo activity.
LINKGreenCarrier detected, the port is able to pass traffic.
OffNo carrier detected, the port is not able to pass traffic.
Push-button resetn/aResets the PRE3.
CRITICAL, MAJOR,
and MINOR LEDs
OffNo alarm.
NoteAlarm relay contacts can be used to connect the router
to an external visual or audio alarm system. This feature
enables any CRITICAL, MAJOR, or MINOR alarms
generated by the router to activate the visual or audible
alarms. Shutting off an audible alarm does not disable
the alarm LEDs.
YellowIndicates an alarm condition.
ACO (Alarm cut–off)
n/aPressing this button disables an audible alarm.
Table 1PRE3 LED Status and Button Descriptions (continued)
LEDs and ButtonStatusDescription
CompactFlash Disk0GreenDisk0 is active.
STATUSFlashing
FAILYellowA major failure has disabled the PRE3.
BITSn/aNot supported.
Alphanumeric Display
The alphanumeric display on the front panel provides information on the state of the PRE3. The display
consists of two four-character LED panels. Table 2 describes the most common messages. If you report
a problem to Cisco, it is helpful to include the message on the PRE3 alphanumeric display in your
problem report.
System is booting.
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Flashing
PRE3 is standby.
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OffThe PRE3 is operating correctly.
Table 2Messages on PRE3 Alphanumeric Display
MessagePRE3 Status
1111, 2222, 3333, 4444, 5555, 6666,
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The PRE3 has just been powered on and is running its
power-on self-test.
ROM DONEThe PRE3 has loaded the ROM monitor. This message
appears briefly if the system is configured to boot a Cisco
IOS software image. If the system is not configured to
boot Cisco IOS, this message remains on the display and
the rommon> prompt appears on the terminal window.
AUTO BOOT The ROM monitor is preparing to boot a Cisco IOS image.
Before you begin the PRE3 installation procedure, review the safety guidelines in this section to avoid
injuring yourself or damaging the equipment. Before you install, configure, or perform maintenance on
the router, you should also review the safety warnings listed in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for Cisco 10000 Series Routers document.
Safety Warnings
Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that, if performed incorrectly, may
harm you. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement. The following warning is an example of
a safety warning. It identifies the warning symbol and associates it with a bodily injury hazard.
Warning
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you
work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and be familiar
with standard practices for preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of
each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accompanied this device.
Statement 1071
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NoteIf you need translations of the safety warning, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
Use the show version command to display the system software version that is currently loaded and
running.
If the output of the show version command indicates that the Cisco IOS software is a version earlier than
the version identified as the minimum Cisco IOS software release in Tab le 3, check the contents of the
CompactFlash memory to determine if the required images are available on your system.
The output of the show flash command provides a list of all files stored in the CompactFlash memory.
If the correct software version is not installed, contact Cisco Customer Service (see the “Obtaining
Technical Assistance” section on page 37).
Installation Guidelines
This section contains guidelines for the following:
• A new installation
• A replacement installation
• The required tools and equipment
The PRE3 is hot-swappable, which means you can remove and replace a PRE3 while the system is
operating—if you have a standby (redundant) PRE3 installed in the chassis. This feature allows you to
add, remove, or replace a PRE3 while the system maintains all routing information and ensures session
preservation.
CautionReplacing the active PRE3 in a non-redundant chassis (no standby PRE3) causes a system shutdown and
stops all traffic. If possible, alert all subscribers that the system will not be functioning during the
replacement.
CautionTo prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, handle the PRE3 by the faceplate or the card carrier
edges only. Avoid touching the printed circuit board and its components, or any connector pins.
New Installation Guidelines
If you are replacing the PRE3 in a non-redundant system, you must configure the PRE3 using the
configure command. For configuration information, refer to the “Configuring a PRE3” section on
If the PRE3 is replaced in a redundant system containing two PRE3s, the standby (or newly installed)
PRE3 automatically assumes the configuration of the active PRE3; do not configure the new PRE3.
Required Tools and Equipment
You need the following tools and equipment to install the PRE3:
• A 3/16-inch flat-blade screwdriver
• An ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap with connection cord
• A terminal console to connect to the PRE3 after it is installed
Powering Off the System
If you are installing or replacing a single PRE3, power down the system using the following procedure:
Installation Guidelines
CautionIf you have redundant Power Entry Modules (PEMs), set both power switches to the off (0) position. See
Figure 3 for the DC PEM power switch and Figure 4 for the AC PEM power switch.
Step 1Attach an antistatic strap to your wrist or ankle and to an ESD socket on the chassis, or to a bare metal
surface on the chassis or frame.
Step 2Set the power switch to the off (0) position.
Step 3Go to the Installing or Replacing a PRE3, page 11.
This section describes how to install or replace the PRE3 in the Cisco 10008 chassis. It contains the
following information:
• Installing a PRE3, page 11
• Configuring a PRE3, page 14
• Removing a PRE3, page 14
• Troubleshooting the Installation, page 15
Installing a PRE3
Use the following procedure to install the PRE3 into slot 0A or slot 0B in the Cisco 10008 chassis.
Step 1Attach an antistatic strap to your wrist or ankle and to an ESD socket (see Figure 5) on the chassis, or to
a bare metal surface on the chassis or frame.
Step 2Grasp the faceplate (see Figure 6) of the PRE3 with one hand and place your other hand under the frame
of the PRE3 to support the weight of the PRE3. Position the PRE3 in front of the chassis slot.
Installing or Replacing a PRE3
Step 3Carefully align the upper and lower edges (see Figure 6) of the PRE3 with the upper and lower guides
in the chassis, and slide the PRE3 into the slot until you can feel it begin to seat in the backplane
connectors.
Step 4Simultaneously pivot both ejector levers (see Figure 7) toward each other, until they are parallel to the
faceplate, to firmly seat the PRE3 in the backplane.
The PRE3 cycles through its power-on self-test. The FAIL LED stays on briefly (10 to 15 seconds) and
then shuts off.
Step 5Tighten the top and bottom captive screws (see Figure 8) to secure the PRE3 to the chassis.
CautionTo ensure that there is adequate space for additional line cards, always tighten the captive
screws on each newly installed PRE3 before you insert a standby PRE3 or any additional line
cards. The captive screws prevent accidental removal and provide proper grounding for EMI
shielding.
Step 6Refer to the “Configuring a PRE3” section on page 14 for information about configuring the PRE3.