To initialize a card, the chassis slot, line card type, and MDA type must match the preprovisioned parameters. In this context, preprovisioning means to configure the entity type (such as the card type, MDA type, port, and interface) that is planned for a chassis slot, card, or MDA. Preprovisioned entities can be installed but not enabled or the slots can be configured but remain empty until populated. Provisioning means that the preprovisioned entity is installed and enabled.
You can:
Pre-provision ports and interfaces after the line card and MDA types are specified.
Install line cards in slots with no pre-configuration parameters specified. After the card is installed, the card and MDA types must be specified.
Install a line card in a slot provisioned for a different card type (the card does not initialize). The existing card and MDA configuration must be deleted and replaced with the current information.