Cisco Headend System Release 2.7 Installation Guide

 

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This guide provides installation and operational information for the Digital 
Transport Adaptor Control System (DTACS) software application. The DTACS 
application manages and controls Digital Transport Adaptors (DTAs). DTAs are 
hardware components used within the DBDS network to convert digital channels 
into analog services. The DTACS application, combined with DTAs, allow Multiple 
System Operators (MSOs) to support customers who use standard definition 
televisions to access cable services.  

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the DTACS software on 
the DTACS platform for the first time. This guide also provides steps to upgrade to a 
new version of software.  

 
 

This guide is written for field service engineers, system operators and operations 
personnel who are responsible for the initial installation and upgrades of DTACS 
software.  

Please review this entire guide before beginning the installation. If you are 
uncomfortable with any of the procedures, contact Cisco® Services at 1-866-787-3866 
for assistance. 

Important:  Complete all of the procedures in this guide in the order in which they 
are presented. Failure to follow all of the instructions may lead to undesirable 
results. 

System operators or engineers who install the Download Server software need the 
following skills: 

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Knowledge of UNIX  

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An understanding of network IP addresses