# Initialize the ZPLS Module

After a ZPLS module is associated with a site, it must be initialized to begin operation. To initialize a ZPLS module, perform the following steps:

1. From the web portal, under the **Advanced** sub-menu, select **Zoom Node**.
2. In the top-left corner of the screen, confirm **Zoom Node - Phone Local Survivability** is selected in the pulldown menu.
3. Under the **Services** tab, locate the hostname of the ZPLS module.
4. After locating the hostname, **check the box** to the left of the module, and click the **Start** button to initialize the module. Within a minute, it will display as **Running**.

{% hint style="info" %}
There may be a noticeable delay until the status updates from **stopped** to **running**. Please wait at least 3 minutes for all processes to initialize.
{% endhint %}

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