User`s guide

VIXEL INSPEED™ SAN STORAGE SWITCH MODEL 375 CHAPTER 3 SWITCH MANAGEMENT
USER’S GUIDE
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Managing Firmware and Configuration Files
The Switch Files page displays information on the switch’s firmware and configuration files.
To view the firmware and configuration files, click Switch > Files.
The Switch Files page appears.
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 view or download the latest switch firmware, click Help > Downloads. The Web Manager will
display the firmware request page. Enter the requested customer information and an email with
the location of the appropriate firmware download page for the switch will be sent to the specified
email address. If necessary, download the latest switch firmware to the host system.
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 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.
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.
Figure 3-11: Switch Files page