Network Card User Manual

Console Interface
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Downloading System Software
Using TFTP Protocol to Download Over the Network
Use the TFTP Download menu to load software updates into the switch. The
download file should be an OmniStack 8008 file from Alcatel; otherwise the switch
will not accept it. The success of the download operation depends on the
accessibility of the TFTP server and the quality of the network connection. After
downloading the new software, the switch will automatically restart itself.
Parameters shown on this screen are indicated in the following figure and table.
Alcatel OmniStack 8008
< TFTP Download New Software >
Download Server IP :
Agent Software Upgrade : ENABLED
Download Filename :
Download Mode : PERMANENT
[Process TFTP Download]
Download status : Complete
<APPLY> <OK> <CANCEL>
Use <TAB> or arrow keys to move, other keys to make changes.
Parameter Description
Download Server IP IP address of a TFTP server.
Agent Software
Upgrade
Indicates that the switch is enabled for software upgrades.
Download Filename The binary file to download to the switch.
Download Mode Downloads to permanent flash ROM.
[Process TFTP
Download]
Issues a request to the TFTP server to download the specified file.
Download Status Indicates if a download is “Complete” or “In Progress.”