Modular Ethernet Switch User’s Guide
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Using the Console Interface
For successful updates, make sure the switch can make an IP connection to the TFTP server, meaning that
it is either on the same IP subnet or has a proper Gateway IP setting.
Special Notes Concerning Firmware Updates
1.
Never download new firmware through a trunked port. Doing so may result in a failed download,
broadcast storm, or other network problems.
2.
Avoid changing active links and do not make new loops on the network when downloading new
firmware.
3.
Downloading new firmware may result in the loss of some or all Switch settings. We therefore
strongly recommend performing a factory reset and then restarting the Switch after a successful
firmware download.
4.
Since new management options may be available in the updated version of the firmware, you may be
unable to successfully load settings from an old settings file.
System Utilities
The
Utilities
menu offers three system utility options,
Ping Test, Upload Configuration File
, and
Upload Switch History File
.
Choose
System Utilities
on the main menu to access the
Utilities
menu seen below:
Figure 6-50. Utilities menu
Ping Test
Choose
Ping Test
to access the following screen: