Cisco DNCS System Release 2.8.1 3.8.1 4.3.1 User Guide

Complete these steps to add a new service package to the DNCS.

Note: This procedure applies to secure, VOD, and packaged clear services and default staging packages when
using InstaStaging. It does not apply to PPV or unpackaged clear services.

Packages for InstaStaging: If you are adding default packages for use with InstaStaging, be aware that you
can specify multiple default packages. In addition, if your site is a SARA site and uses a Service Disconnect
package (sometimes referred to as a "brick mode" package), be sure that the default staging option is selected
for the Service Disconnect package.

1.

On the DNCS Administrative Console, click the DNCS tab.

2.

Click the System Provisioning tab.

3.

Click Package. The Package List window opens.

Note: By default, the Package List window shows only non-PPV packages (Subscription Only). To view
the list of all packages, click the Show button and select All Packages.

4.

Click File > New. The Set Up Package window opens.

5.

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Use the following fields when you manage a service package in the DNCS.

Package Name

The name that identifies this package.

You can use up to 20 alphanumeric characters.

Important: The package name that you enter must be compatible with the
package name rules that your billing system uses. Default packages (those used
for InstaStaging) are the only exception.



The Unlimited option in the Duration field is selected by

default. This option allows the subscriber to have unlimited access to the
package. Do not change this option without first consulting Cisco
Services.



Do not

 select the PPV, IPPV, or Allow Event Extension

options. The DNCS does not support these options at this time.

Default Staging
Package

Allows you to define a package as a default staging package.

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

The Unlimited option in the Duration field is selected by

default. This option allows the subscriber to have unlimited access to the
package. Do not change this option without first consulting Cisco
Services.



Do not

 select the PPV, IPPV, or Allow Event Extension

options. The DNCS does not support these options at this time.

Duration

Allows subscribers to have unlimited access to the package.

The Unlimited option in the Duration field is selected by default. This option