ASR 1004 shutdown/reload procedure

[dgalati000]

From PEC training -  Cisco says to perform a proper ASR 1004 shutdown by executing 'reload' ,  then wait for bootstrap message to appear, then [before commencement of unpacking of the IOS]  turn off the power switch.   IS THIS ACCURATE.  Anyone have any doc related to the recommended POWER DOWN process on the ASR 1004.  We have a UPS cutover coming up and I want to be ready to power down and restart the new ASR 1004s we have - properly.  thx. 

[Leo Laohoo]

I have a few ASR in my network and we do perform several power downs annually.  All I do is ensure the config has been saved and just power down the appliance using the switch at the back.

I have yet to see any of my routers and switches fail to bootup due to a corrupt IOS.

[dgalati000]

thanks, we'll do that then.  seemed like you'd need two people to reboot a router...one to execute 'reload' and another to toggle the switch.  odd.  thx again. 

[Leo Laohoo]

Console into the router and save the config.  Once config is confirmed saved then power off.  No brainer.