Install Software Image and Reboot. To install the latest software, follow
the steps below.
N o t e
The following example uses a TFTP download method. While other methods
such as SCP (secure copy) are also possible, these other methods are not
described here (see the Management and Configuration Guide for details).
1. Copy the software image file to a TFTP server (or other area) accessible
2. Verify that the MM Ethernet interface can reliably access the TFTP server.
3. Copy the file to the management module's compact flash card using the
4. Use the image install command to install the image in a backup software
5. Use the show module management command to see which bank on the
6. Use the boot system command to activate the new software from the
Where to Go From Here
After setting up an IP address and updating to the latest software, you can
manage and configure the switch remotely via Telnet. For more information,
refer to the Management and Configuration Guide for your switch.
by the management module (MM) Ethernet interface.
copy command from the Privileged Exec level of the CLI.
For example, to download a file named CY.02.00.swi from a TFTP server
with the IP address of 10.28.227.103 to primary flash, enter:
Switch 8100fl#copy tftp://10.28.227.103/CY.02.00.swi flash:
The new image file will be copied to primary flash.
storage bank:
Switch 8100fl#image install <name>
where name is the path or filename (for example,
The new software is loaded in the flash memory bank opposite the bank
that is currently active. For instance, if the software is currently running
on Bank-A, then Bank-B will contain the new software.
primary management module has the new software.
correct bank, and reboot your system.
Switch 8100fl#boot system {bank-A | bank-B }
Getting Started With Switch Configuration
Updating Software
flash:CY.02.00.swi
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