Troubleshooting

This section describes possible mechanical problems and corrective actions.


Warning

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030



Warning

No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not open. Statement 1073


If there appears to be a malfunction, first check all cables and connections. If these are in order, see the Troubleshooting section for specific troubles and solutions.

For problems with the configuration, refer to Cisco vg400 Voice Gateway Software Configuration Guide..

Table 1. Troubleshooting the Cisco VG400 Voice Gateway

Symptom

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

Power LED and fan are off

Power source switched off

Switch power source on

Faulty power cable

Check/replace power cable

Faulty power source

Check/correct input power

Faulty internal power supply

Contact Cisco1 or your Cisco reseller

Power LED on; fan off

Faulty Cisco VG400

Contact Cisco 1 Technical Service Center or your Cisco reseller

Power LED off; fan on

Faulty Cisco VG400

Contact Cisco 1 or your Cisco reseller

No initialization response from Cisco VG400

Faulty modem console terminal

Check/replace modem/terminal

Faulty cabling to terminal

Check/replace cable

Faulty Cisco VG400

Contact Cisco 1 or your Cisco reseller

Unit shuts off after operating for some time

Overheating

Check ventilation

Faulty Cisco VG400

Contact Cisco 1 or your Cisco reseller

Console screen display freezes

Console fault

Reset/replace console

Software error

Repeat power-on procedure

Faulty Cisco VG400

Contact Cisco 1 or your Cisco reseller

1 See the “Obtaining Technical Assistance” section.