System installation checklist

This installation checklist provides descriptions of the required procedures, in sequence, to use when you install an assembled, loaded, and tested (ALT) Avaya Message Networking system.

Note: If you need to install a feature for the customer on an ALT system, contact your project manager to verify the requirements, and then contact your remote support center.

The following table provides a checklist for system installation.

Task	Description	Comments and links
1.	Review Installation planning and prerequisites.	This section includes: General precautions Site preparation Environmental considerations Installation area considerations Weight and space considerations Power requirements
2.	Gather the required tools and materials.
3.	Verify initial switch and LAN administration in preparation for the new system.	Switch connection is only required on analog systems.
4.	Review demarcation points.	All systems, application dependent.
5.	Review security issues.	All systems.
6.	Unpack and check the shipment contents.	Open boxes as instructed to reuse packing materials.
7.	Place the chassis in the designated operating area. Ensure sufficient air space around it, and turn the stabilizing feet out to the side.	Note: If stabilizing feet have not been installed, use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the four stabilizing feet to the bottom of the chassis.
8.	Connect peripheral devices.	This includes monitor, keyboard, and modem.
9.	Connect the analog-line interface cards (voice cards). This step is required for Message Networking systems using analog.
10.	Connect the LAN cable.
11.	Restore power to the system.
12.	Log into the system from the console, and check the monitor display.
13.	Install the switch connection software.
14.	Check voice system, modem, and network addressing.	System status Install modem/terminal software Network addressing
15.	Perform Initial system administration.	Follow the initial system administration procedure for a complete listing of pages and screens to be completed.
16.	Perform System acceptance testing.

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