Operation Manual

Manage and Monitor the Switch

ProSAFE 10-Gigabit Ethernet Web Managed Switch

Upgrade the Firmware

You can check for the latest firmware version for your switch by visiting

downloadcenter.netgear.com and entering in your product model number in the Enter a

Product Name/Model Number field and then clicking the magnifying glass to search.

Read the new firmware release notes to find out if you must reconfigure the switch after

upgrading. The firmware upgrade method depends on the current firmware and boot loader

versions on your switch.

Use a Web Browser to Upgrade the Firmware

 To upgrade the firmware:

1. Connect your computer to the same network as the switch.

You can use a WiFi or wired network connection, or connect directly to a switch that is

off-network using an Ethernet cable.

2. Launch a web browser.

3. In the address field of your web browser, enter the IP address of the switch.

If you do not know the IP address of the switch, see Access the Switch Using a Web

Browser on page 14.

The login window opens.

4. Enter the switch’s password in the password field.

The switch’s default password is password.

The Switch Information page displays.

5. Select System > Maintenance > Firmware Upgrade.

The Firmware Upgrade page displays.

6. Click the Browse button and locate and select the new firmware image file.

7. Click the Apply button.

WARNING:

To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the

upgrade. For example, do not turn off the switch or disconnect it.

When the upgrade is complete, your switch restarts. The upgrade process typically takes

about three minutes.