Node bootup

After the node is powered up, the BOF is examined for the auto-boot flag status. If the auto-boot flag is set in the bof.cfg file, the node goes into ZTP mode. If the auto-boot flag is not set in the bof.cfg file, the node continues booting normally.

If it is in ZTP mode, the node provisions all hardware necessary for the ZTP process. This includes the fabric, the first two card slots, and the MDAs for the first two card slots. The node then checks for links on the management (Mgmt) port and valid Ethernet ports.

Note: A bof.cfg file with the auto-boot flag enabled can be shipped as an orderable part with the applicable software license. The auto-boot flag can also be set using the bof>auto-boot command.

For more information about the BOF, see BOF.