Cisco® Unified Communications is a comprehensive IP communications system of voice, video, data, and mobility products and applications. It enables more effective, more secure, more personal communications that directly affect both sales and profitability. It brings people together by enabling a new way of communicating-where your business moves with you, security is everywhere, and information is always available...whenever and wherever it is needed. Cisco Unified Communications is part of an integrated solution that includes network infrastructure, security, mobility, network management products, lifecycle services, flexible deployment and outsourced management options, end-user and partner financing packages, and third-party communications applications.
The Cisco MCS 7815-I3 Media Convergence Server is an entry-level server platform for Cisco Unity® messaging solutions. This cost-effective solution delivers the high performance demanded by today's enterprise networks and offers the following features:
• Intel Dual-Core Xeon 3050 2.13-GHz processor with an 1066-MHz front side bus (FSB) and 2 MB of Layer 2 cache
• 2-GB PC2-5300 double-data-rate 2 (DDR2) Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) memory (must be installed in pairs)
• 160-GB serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) hard disk
• Single Gigabit Ethernet controller
• Tower form factor; 5 rack units (5RU) if mounted in rack orientation using optional rack-mounting kit
• Three PCI slots for older integrations
Supported Cisco Applications
• Cisco Unity 4.0, 4.1, 4.2
• Cisco Unity 5.0
• Cisco Unity Connection 1.1, 1.2
• Cisco Unity Connection 2.0
• Cisco Unity Bridge
Key Features and Benefits
Performance
The Cisco MCS 7815-I3 uses a single Intel Dual-Core Xeon 3050, 2.13-GHz processor with a 1066-MHz FSB.
Serviceability
Serviceable SATA Disk Drives
The Cisco MCS 7815-I3 is configured with a single 160-GB SATA "cold-pluggable" disk drive, which is accessible to the end user through openings in the front bezel of the server. If a drive fails, the user can schedule server downtime, power down the server, and replace the failed SATA drive by simply removing it (each drive is equipped with a front latch that positively mates the drive to the server) and replacing it with an unconfigured spare drive.
DAT Tape Drive Support
The Cisco MCS 7815-I3 can support a 36-/72-GB universal-serial-bus (USB) external Digital Audio Tape (DAT) drive (part number DAT-USB-EXT-72=) or an optional 36-/72-GB USB rack-mount DAT drive (part number DAT-USB-RM-72=). This tape drive connects through one of the USB 2.0 ports provided by the Cisco MCS 7815-I3 server.
Product Specifications
Tables 1 through 10 give specifications and Table 11 gives ordering information about the Cisco MCS 7815-I3.
EIA Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) (2 or 4 pair) up to 328 ft (100m)
100BASE-TX cable support
EIA Category 5 UTP (2 pair) up to 328 ft (100m)
1000BASE-T cable support
EIA Category 6 UTP (recommended), 5E UTP, 5 UTP (2 pair) up to 328 ft (100m)
Table 5. Interface Port Specifications
Serial ports
2
Parallel ports
1
USB 2.0 ports
4
Keyboard ports
1
Mouse ports
1
Audio ports
None
Table 6. Security Capabilities
• Power-on password
• A selectable boot sequence
Table 7. Standards Compliance
• PCI specification 2.2
• Hardware enabled to meet the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9241, Part 3 standard
Table 8. Expansion Options and Interfaces
Expansion Options
PCI-Express x8 slots
1
PCI-Express x1 slots
1
PCI 32-bit/33 MHz slots
3
Table 9. System Unit Specifications
Dimensions (H x W x D)
17.25 x 8.5 x 21.25 in.
438 x 216 x 540 mm
Weight (maximum)
56 lb
25.2 kg
Input requirements
(per power supply)
Rated line voltage
100-127 VAC and 200-240 VAC
Rated kilovolt-amperes (kVA) approximately
Minimum: 0.20 kVA (all models) Maximum: 0.55 kVA
Rated input frequency
50-60 Hz
BTU rating (maximum)
BTU/hr
1784
Power supply output power
Rated steady-state power
400W
Temperature range
Operating
10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)
Altitude: 0 to 914 m (2998.0 ft)
Nonoperating
-40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F)
Altitude: 0 to 2133m (7000 ft)
Shipment
-40 to 140°F (-4 to 60°C)
Relative humidity (RH; noncondensing)
Operating
8 to 80%
Maximum altitude
7000 ft
2133m
Acoustic noise
Operating
5.3 bel
Table 10. Equipment Approvals and Safety
• FCC - Verified to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Class A
• Canada ICES-003, Class A digital apparatus
• UK - NS/G/1234/J/100003
• EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC relating to electromagnetic compatibility
• Tested and complies with Class A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard EN 55022.
Table 11. Ordering Information
Product Name
Part Number
Cisco MCS 7815-I3 for Cisco Unity
MCS-7815-I3-ECS1
Cisco MCS 7815-I3 for Cisco Unity Connection 1.x
MCS-7815-I3-UC11
Cisco MCS 7815-I3 for Cisco Unity Connection 2.x
MCS-7815-I3-UCA1
Identifying CPU Speed of Server
To help identify processor speeds, the Cisco manufacturing part number will be shown on the chassis. The Cisco MCS 7815-13 will continue to adopt newer and faster Intel processors as they become available. Table 12 gives processor part numbers.
Table 12. Manufacturing Part Numbers by Processor Speed
Processor
Manufacturing Part Number Located on Server
Introduction
Intel Dual-Core Xeon 3050, 2.13 GHz
74-5056 -01
Initial production of the servers with the following part numbers:
Using the Cisco Lifecycle Services approach, Cisco and its partners offer a broad portfolio of end-to-end services to support the Cisco Unified Communications System. These services are based on proven methodologies for deploying, operating, and optimizing IP communications solutions. Initial planning and design services, for example, can help you meet aggressive deployment schedules and minimize network disruption during implementation. Operate services reduce the risk of communications downtime with expert technical support, and optimize services enhance solution performance for operational excellence. Cisco and its partners offer a system-level service and support approach that can help you create and maintain a resilient, converged network that meets your business needs.
