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Quick Start Guide Cisco Small Business Pro Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Package Contents • Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 • 4 rubber mounting feet for desktop installation • Ethernet cable (yellow RJ-45 to RJ-45) • Console cable (light blue RJ-45 to DB9) • Power cord and external power supply • Wall-mount bracket for power supply • Quick Start Guide • Product CD-ROM
Quick Start Guide Cisco Small Business Pro Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Package Contents • Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 • 4 rubber mounting feet for desktop installation • Ethernet cable (yellow RJ-45 to RJ-45) • Console cable (light blue RJ-45 to DB9) • Power cord and external power supply • Wall-mount bracket for power supply • Quick Start Guide • Product CD-ROM
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Welcome Thank you for 8 to install and launch the Telephony Setup Wizard provided with Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA). This guide describes how to install the UC 540 hardware and how to 32 employees. The UC 540, part of the Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS), is a unified communications solution for small businesses that provides voice, data, video, security, and wireless capabilities for choosing the Cisco Unified Communications Model 540. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 1
Welcome Thank you for 8 to install and launch the Telephony Setup Wizard provided with Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA). This guide describes how to install the UC 540 hardware and how to 32 employees. The UC 540, part of the Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS), is a unified communications solution for small businesses that provides voice, data, video, security, and wireless capabilities for choosing the Cisco Unified Communications Model 540. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 1
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... supporting wood or into a metal wall stud. 2 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide The screws must be purchased from your telephony service provider or reseller. We recommend that you use Cisco ESW 500 Series switches. • Cables - Ethernet cables (Category 5 or higher) for ISDN (BRI) connections. - RJ-45 (non-Ethernet) cable for connecting IP phones and computers, WAN interfaces, or other devices. Two number-10...
... supporting wood or into a metal wall stud. 2 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide The screws must be purchased from your telephony service provider or reseller. We recommend that you use Cisco ESW 500 Series switches. • Cables - Ethernet cables (Category 5 or higher) for ISDN (BRI) connections. - RJ-45 (non-Ethernet) cable for connecting IP phones and computers, WAN interfaces, or other devices. Two number-10...
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... need this so that you download Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA) before you can download the CCA software necessary to configure your UC 540. NOTE We highly recommend that you install and configure your UC 540. See Installing Cisco Configuration Assistant, page 16. Windows Vista Ultimate, or Window XP (Service Pack 1) operating system - Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later - UC 540 Default Information Attribute IP address Username Password Voice VLAN (100) Data VLAN (1) Wireless SSID (Data) Wireless SSID (Voice) Smartports Default Setting...
... need this so that you download Cisco Configuration Assistant (CCA) before you can download the CCA software necessary to configure your UC 540. NOTE We highly recommend that you install and configure your UC 540. See Installing Cisco Configuration Assistant, page 16. Windows Vista Ultimate, or Window XP (Service Pack 1) operating system - Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later - UC 540 Default Information Attribute IP address Username Password Voice VLAN (100) Data VLAN (1) Wireless SSID (Data) Wireless SSID (Voice) Smartports Default Setting...
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... the system by -step implementation guidance specifically tailored for Small Business Solutions. A number of models are a collection of validated network designs and deployment best practices, that feature simple step-by purchasing and applying additional licenses. • Optionally, you can be used for connecting to the CLI through a modem. • Integrated Wi-Fi for voice and data access • Licenses to support 8 users (by default...
... the system by -step implementation guidance specifically tailored for Small Business Solutions. A number of models are a collection of validated network designs and deployment best practices, that feature simple step-by purchasing and applying additional licenses. • Optionally, you can be used for connecting to the CLI through a modem. • Integrated Wi-Fi for voice and data access • Licenses to support 8 users (by default...
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... network devices. There are two UC 540 Series model numbers: • UC540W-FXO-K9-Base model with 8 user license, integrated Wi-Fi, 4 Line (FXO) ports, and 1 VIC expansion slot • UC540W-BRI-K9-Base model with 8 user license, integrated Wi-Fi, 2 Line (BRI) ports, and 1 VIC expansion slot Cisco UC 540 with FXO PFO COMPACT FLASH Console PoE Ports (8) Line Compact WAN EXP (FXO) Flash Port Port Ports 275426 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 5 The ports on the panel...
... network devices. There are two UC 540 Series model numbers: • UC540W-FXO-K9-Base model with 8 user license, integrated Wi-Fi, 4 Line (FXO) ports, and 1 VIC expansion slot • UC540W-BRI-K9-Base model with 8 user license, integrated Wi-Fi, 2 Line (BRI) ports, and 1 VIC expansion slot Cisco UC 540 with FXO PFO COMPACT FLASH Console PoE Ports (8) Line Compact WAN EXP (FXO) Flash Port Port Ports 275426 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 5 The ports on the panel...
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... machine, or similar device. 6 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide Connects directly to an Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). Provides network connectivity and power for devices that provides connectivity for connecting to the CLI through a modem. Connects the UC 540 to a console PC to provide access to model UC540W-BRI-K9. Wireless access point that can also be used for wireless computers, phones, and other devices. This port can draw power from PoE ports. Only applies...
... machine, or similar device. 6 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide Connects directly to an Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). Provides network connectivity and power for devices that provides connectivity for connecting to the CLI through a modem. Connects the UC 540 to a console PC to provide access to model UC540W-BRI-K9. Wireless access point that can also be used for wireless computers, phones, and other devices. This port can draw power from PoE ports. Only applies...
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... have a telephone line connected to the Line (FXO) port 0 and an analog phone connected to power. If the power fails, you can still make and receive emergency calls if you connect the UC 540 to the Phone (FXS) port 3, even if the unit is no external On/Off power switch on . Line (FXO) ports (Optional) One factory-installed Voice Interface Card (VIC) Compact Flash WAN port Expansion port Connects your phone system to model UC540W-FXO-K9. Provides dedicated WAN (Internet) access.
... have a telephone line connected to the Line (FXO) port 0 and an analog phone connected to power. If the power fails, you can still make and receive emergency calls if you connect the UC 540 to the Phone (FXS) port 3, even if the unit is no external On/Off power switch on . Line (FXO) ports (Optional) One factory-installed Voice Interface Card (VIC) Compact Flash WAN port Expansion port Connects your phone system to model UC540W-FXO-K9. Provides dedicated WAN (Internet) access.
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... connected devices are voice and data devices connected to the PoE ports. The LED is active. Compact Flash Flashes green when the compact flash is complete. The LED flashes green while the system is booting and then turns solid green when booting is accessed. PoE, WAN, and Each port has a right and left flashes EXPANSION Ports green when there is active. WLAN Indicates that the wireless network status is off. 8 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide...
... connected devices are voice and data devices connected to the PoE ports. The LED is active. Compact Flash Flashes green when the compact flash is complete. The LED flashes green while the system is booting and then turns solid green when booting is accessed. PoE, WAN, and Each port has a right and left flashes EXPANSION Ports green when there is active. WLAN Indicates that the wireless network status is off. 8 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide...
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... air flow around the device. • Mechanical Loading-Check that there are no obstructions. To install it on a desktop, attach the four rubber feet (included) on the bottom of these cards, see the Cisco Unified Communications Model UC 540 System Reference Guide. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 9 3 Installing the UC 540 Before you install the UC 540, review the Regulatory Compliance and...
... air flow around the device. • Mechanical Loading-Check that there are no obstructions. To install it on a desktop, attach the four rubber feet (included) on the bottom of these cards, see the Cisco Unified Communications Model UC 540 System Reference Guide. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 9 3 Installing the UC 540 Before you install the UC 540, review the Regulatory Compliance and...
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....7 mm) thick. b. Place the unit with number-10 washers, or two number-10 washer-head screws. Orient the front and back of the unit vertically. To mount the chassis and power supply on the wall. The screws must be long enough to the power cord facing down. 10 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide
....7 mm) thick. b. Place the unit with number-10 washers, or two number-10 washer-head screws. Orient the front and back of the unit vertically. To mount the chassis and power supply on the wall. The screws must be long enough to the power cord facing down. 10 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide
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... is not NEBS-compliant. c. NOTE The UC 540 is in addition to the ground connection made by using the mounting hardware specified in Step 1. Position the end nearest the power cable at the top. For the supplementary ground connection, use size 14 AWG (2 mm) or larger copper wire and an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal with the relevant product safety...
... is not NEBS-compliant. c. NOTE The UC 540 is in addition to the ground connection made by using the mounting hardware specified in Step 1. Position the end nearest the power cable at the top. For the supplementary ground connection, use size 14 AWG (2 mm) or larger copper wire and an appropriate user-supplied ring terminal with the relevant product safety...
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... cable to the WAN port on the front panel. device to the controller. PSTN analog trunks ISDN line1 (only applies to model UC540W-BRI-K9) Connect an RJ-11 cable to a PSTN line or a station interface on the switch. 1. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the cable to power. Connect the other end of the uplink ports on a PBX. ESW switch Connect an Ethernet network cable from the expansion port of the UC 540. Connect...
... cable to the WAN port on the front panel. device to the controller. PSTN analog trunks ISDN line1 (only applies to model UC540W-BRI-K9) Connect an RJ-11 cable to a PSTN line or a station interface on the switch. 1. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the cable to power. Connect the other end of the uplink ports on a PBX. ESW switch Connect an Ethernet network cable from the expansion port of the UC 540. Connect...
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STEP 5 Power on the unit. ESW 500 Series Switch PSTN 192.168.10.1 CONSOLE SYS POE VM WLAN POWER ETHERNET CF PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK Cisco Small Business Pro Unified Communication 500 Series UC540 with FXO PFO COMPACT FLASH Cisco Configuration Assistant PC 192.168.10.x Fax Analog phone 192.168.10.x IP IP 275432 14 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide There is no external Power On/Off switch on the connected devices. STEP 4 Power on the UC 540 by inserting the power cord plug into a power outlet.
STEP 5 Power on the unit. ESW 500 Series Switch PSTN 192.168.10.1 CONSOLE SYS POE VM WLAN POWER ETHERNET CF PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK PWR LNK Cisco Small Business Pro Unified Communication 500 Series UC540 with FXO PFO COMPACT FLASH Cisco Configuration Assistant PC 192.168.10.x Fax Analog phone 192.168.10.x IP IP 275432 14 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide There is no external Power On/Off switch on the connected devices. STEP 4 Power on the UC 540 by inserting the power cord plug into a power outlet.
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... a line number, on the front panel See LEDs, page 8. • Check that the devices connected to the Cisco Small Business Support Community website at least one phone to Go From Here, page 21. 6 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 15 5 Verifying the Hardware Installation To verify the hardware installation, complete the following tasks: • Check the status of the UC 540 by making...
... a line number, on the front panel See LEDs, page 8. • Check that the devices connected to the Cisco Small Business Support Community website at least one phone to Go From Here, page 21. 6 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 15 5 Verifying the Hardware Installation To verify the hardware installation, complete the following tasks: • Check the status of the UC 540 by making...
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... Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide NOTE Only use application used to configure your UC 540 and other devices in the Support box. To access the software, you through the installation process. Then select the largest numbered file under Latest Releases (for example, Cisco-configassistant-win-k9-2_1-en.exe). The install wizard will guide you must be a registered user on Cisco.com. The Application Update Check window appears. CCA...
... Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide NOTE Only use application used to configure your UC 540 and other devices in the Support box. To access the software, you through the installation process. Then select the largest numbered file under Latest Releases (for example, Cisco-configassistant-win-k9-2_1-en.exe). The install wizard will guide you must be a registered user on Cisco.com. The Application Update Check window appears. CCA...
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... the cable to a Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS). STEP 3 Enter the name and description for the new customer site. To connect to the UC 540: STEP 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the UC 540. Connecting to the UC 540 This section describes how to connect your PC to the UC 540 and how to use the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to the UC 540. • Disable the wireless network card. • Turn...
... the cable to a Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS). STEP 3 Enter the name and description for the new customer site. To connect to the UC 540: STEP 1 Connect an Ethernet cable to the UC 540. Connecting to the UC 540 This section describes how to connect your PC to the UC 540 and how to use the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to the UC 540. • Disable the wireless network card. • Turn...
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.../English, click View Localization Instructions and follow the instructions to download and install the language files to your PC. 18 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide STEP 5 Enter 192.168.10.1 in the Welcome window. Before you through the steps needed to the UC 540, the Telephony Setup Wizard automatically launches. The default username is cisco and the default password is cisco. STEP...
.../English, click View Localization Instructions and follow the instructions to download and install the language files to your PC. 18 Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide STEP 5 Enter 192.168.10.1 in the Welcome window. Before you through the steps needed to the UC 540, the Telephony Setup Wizard automatically launches. The default username is cisco and the default password is cisco. STEP...
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...; Verify that you change the default administrator login and password. Use the new username and password to complete the installation. The basic installation of the UC 540 is complete. STEP 1 Click Next and follow the prompts to access and administer the UC 540. NOTE The Wizard requires that the IP phones show the correct date and time. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 19 Congratulations!
...; Verify that you change the default administrator login and password. Use the new username and password to complete the installation. The basic installation of the UC 540 is complete. STEP 1 Click Next and follow the prompts to access and administer the UC 540. NOTE The Wizard requires that the IP phones show the correct date and time. Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series Model UC 540 Quick Start Guide 19 Congratulations!
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... Cisco Configuration Assistant Smart Business Communications System Administrator Guide at : http:// www.cisco.com/go /sbcs-docs. For more information, refer to start using your product including FAQs, support forums, training and tutorials, Video on how you can find support resources for Small Business, including Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS) documentation, see http://www.cisco.com/go/partner/ smartdesigns. Accessing Product-Specific Feature Documentation...
... Cisco Configuration Assistant Smart Business Communications System Administrator Guide at : http:// www.cisco.com/go /sbcs-docs. For more information, refer to start using your product including FAQs, support forums, training and tutorials, Video on how you can find support resources for Small Business, including Cisco Smart Business Communications System (SBCS) documentation, see http://www.cisco.com/go/partner/ smartdesigns. Accessing Product-Specific Feature Documentation...