This chapter provides an overview of this document, includes summaries of what’s new in this release, and lists precautionary messages and command conventions.
This document describes how to install the Nokia Service Router Linux (SR Linux) in various environments. It defines the required prerequisites and procedures for how to install SR Linux software elements. Examples of commonly used commands are provided.
This document is intended for network technicians, administrators, operators, service providers, and others who need to understand how the software is installed and upgraded.
![]() | Note: This manual covers the current release and may also contain some content that will be released in later maintenance loads. Refer to the SR Linux Release Notes for information on features supported in each load. |
Table 1 lists the changes that were made in this release.
Topic | Location |
Observe all dangers, warnings, and cautions in this document to avoid injury or equipment damage during installation and maintenance. Follow the safety procedures and guidelines when working with and near electrical equipment.
Table 2 describes information symbols contained in this document.
Symbol | Meaning | Description |
![]() | Danger | Warns that incorrect handling and installation could result in bodily injury. An electric shock hazard could exist. Before beginning work on this equipment, be aware of hazards involving electrical circuitry, be familiar with networking environments, and implement accident prevention procedures. |
![]() | Warning | Warns that incorrect handling and installation could result in equipment damage or loss of data. |
![]() | Caution | Warns that incorrect handling may reduce component or system performance. |
![]() | Note | Notes contain suggestions or additional operational information. |
Nokia SR Linux documentation uses the following command conventions.
Generic IP addresses are used in examples. Replace these with the appropriate IP addresses used in the system.
In command prompt examples, # indicates a regular prompt and $ indicates a sudo/root/privileged prompt.