Dell PowerConnect 7048R-RA Upgrading Firmware
Upgrading from version 2.x.x.x or 3.x.x.x or 4.x.x.x or 5.x.x.x to 5.1.9.3 firmware
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- Manual (1234 pages)
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Summarization of Contents
Upgrading PowerConnect Switches
Introduction
Provides an overview of the document and the scope of upgrades covered, including switch models and firmware versions.
Global Support
Information on how to obtain the latest firmware, release notes, and additional assistance from Dell.
Firmware Upgrade Procedures
Details the three upgrade procedures available in the document for different firmware versions and recovery scenarios.
Upgrade Overview
Explains the prerequisites and methods for performing firmware upgrades using CLI, Telnet, SSH, or CMC.
Upgrade Switches Running Firmware v3.x.x.x, v4.x.x.x, or v5.x.x.x
Step-by-step guide for upgrading switches from older versions to 5.1.9.3, covering individual switches and stacks.
Upgrade Example for Switches Running v3.x.x.x, v4.x.x.x, or v5.x.x.x
An annotated example illustrating the firmware upgrade process for specific switch models and firmware versions.
Stacking Notes
Important considerations and behaviors when upgrading stacked switches, including copy commands and image activation.
Upgrade Switches Running Firmware v2.x.x.x
Procedure for upgrading switches with older firmware versions (2.x.x.x) to 5.1.9.3, including prerequisites and steps.
Upgrade Example for Switches Running v2.x.x.x
An example demonstrating the firmware upgrade process for switches running version 2.x.x.x firmware.
CPLD Update Procedures
CPLD Update Procedure for PC8024/PC8024F
Detailed steps to verify and update the CPLD to version 6 for PC8024 and PC8024F switches after firmware upgrade.
CPLD Update Procedure for M8024-k
Instructions for verifying and updating the CPLD to version 6 on M8024-k switches following a firmware upgrade.
Switch Recovery and Maintenance
Switch Recovery Procedure
A step-by-step guide for recovering switches that have become inoperable due to failed firmware upgrades.
Switch Recovery Example
Illustrates the process of recovering a switch using the serial port and boot menu options.
Firmware Downgrade
Information regarding the support and limitations of downgrading firmware to earlier releases, including configuration migration.
Boot Code Downgrade
Guidance on boot code updates, emphasizing that downgrading boot code is not supported for version 5.1.9.3.
Hardware Supported
A list of Dell PowerConnect switch models that are supported by the firmware upgrade procedures in this document.
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