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Switch Firmware Files
This section displays the current and alternate firmware versions, enables users to select which
firmware version to run the next time the switch is reset, and provides a means to load new firmware on
the switch.
To check for new firmware:
1.
Click
Help
and select
Downloads
.
The Emulex Web site appears.
2.
Click the
drivers, software and manuals
link, and select the switch product model under the
Drivers, software and manuals by product model number
section.
To load new firmware on the switch:
1.
Under Download New Alternate Firmware Version to Switch, enter the directory path and the
specific file name in the text box, or click
Browse
to navigate to and select the appropriate file
on the host system. The file must have a .bin extension.
2.
Click
Start
to load the new firmware image.
Once the firmware has been installed, the new firmware should appear as the Alternate Version
firmware.
3.
Under Next Boot Firmware Version, ensure that the
Use
Alternate Version on Next Reboot
option is selected. The alternate firmware version currently displayed will be loaded on the next
boot cycle.
4.
Click
Reboot
to reset the switch using the selected firmware.
To select the alternate firmware version for the next boot:
1.
Under Next Boot Firmware Version, select
Use
Alternate Version on Next Reboot
. The
alternate firmware version currently displayed will be loaded on the next boot cycle.
2.
Click
Submit
.
3.
Click
Reboot
to reset the switch.
Switch Configuration Files
Switch configuration settings (for example, zoning or Port Smart Settings) can be saved for backup
purposes or for loading the same configuration on multiple switches.
To save the current configuration:
1.
Click
Save
to save the current switch configuration.
2.
Click
OK
on the File Download dialog box.
3.
Enter the directory path and file name, being sure to use a .cfg extension.
4.
Click
Save
.
To load a saved configuration:
1.
Under Download New Configuration File to Switch and Reboot, enter the directory path to the
.cfg file in the text box, or use the
Browse
button to navigate to the appropriate file.
2.
In the Choose File dialog box, navigate to and select the appropriate file and click
OK
.
3.
Click
Start
.
A message box appears confirming the download and required switch reset.
4.
Click
OK
to proceed.
Note:
When loading new firmware on the switch, clear the Web browser’s cache and files to ensure
the removal of the older firmware information. In Internet Explorer, use the key combination
C
TRL
+F5
, or select
Tools > Internet Options
and click
Delete Files
.