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Chapter 6. Updating the software

Chapter 6. Updating the software

This chapter describes how to determine the level of the software that is installed on the GbE switch module, how to obtain the latest level of switch software, how to upgrade the software, and how to reset the GbE switch module to activate the software upgrade.

Determining the level of GbE switch module software

After you install the GbE switch module in the BladeCenter unit, make sure that the latest software is installed on the GbE switch module. To determine the level of the software that is installed, complete the following steps:

1.Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. If necessary, obtain the IP address of the management module from your system administrator. The login window opens.

2.From the Monitors menu, click Firmware VPD. The Firmware VPD window opens.

3.Locate the I/O Module Firmware VPD section.

4.Locate the I/O module-bay number that contains the GbE switch module that you installed; then, note the corresponding level of the software for the GbE switch module.

Obtaining the latest level of switch software

The switch module might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the switch, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features or technical updates. If firmware and documentation updates are available you can locate them at http://www.ibm.com/support/. For firmware updates, click Downloads and drivers.

Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The procedure for locating firmware and documentation might change from what is described in this document.

The GbE switch module can contain two operating-system images. You can revert to the previous image if the current download process fails.

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Contents Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Installation GuideModule for IBM BladeCenter Page Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch First Edition May Chapter 3. Installing and removing options ContentsSafety Chapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch moduleChapter 6. Updating the software Chapter 7. Parts listingChapter 8. Solving problems Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004Safety Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança vi Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation GuideTo avoid a shock hazard Statement DANGERPage Media access control MAC address label Chapter 1. IntroductionProduct name and serial number label Related documentation SpecificationsMedia access control MAC address v Safety InformationNotices and statements used in this document v IBM BladeCenter Management Module Command Line Reference GuideSFP port Major components of the GbE switch moduleInformation panel RS232 serial console port CX4 ports Release latch 4 TX/RX XFP portXFP module Information panel overviewRS232 serial port CX 4 portTX/RX LEDsChapter 1. Introducing the Gigabit Ethernet switch module 8 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Installation guidelines Chapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch moduleSystem reliability considerations Installing the GbE switch moduleHandling static-sensitive devices 6. Remove the GbE switch module from its static-protective package 12 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Removing the GbE switch moduleChapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch module 14 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Handling an XFP or SFP module Chapter 3. Installing and removing optionsStatement Appareil A Laser de Classe Installing an XFP moduleDANGER Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse Laser Klass Luokan 1 Laserlaite `LINK Chapter 3. Installing and removing optionsTX/RX Removing an XFP module Installing an SFP moduleWire tab Protective cap XFP module SFP module Removing an SFP module20 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Chapter 4. Cabling Connecting the serial console cableDisconnecting the serial console cable Connecting the CX4 module cableConnecting an XFP module cable Disconnecting a CX4 module cable1. Remove the protective caps from the end of the fiber-optic cable Connecting the SFP module cable Disconnecting the XFP module cableDisconnecting an SFP module cable Chapter 5. Configuring the GbE switch module 26 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide 2. From the I/O Module Tasks menu, click Configuration Establishing a TCP/IP session using the management moduleExternal ports Configuring the GbE switch module using TelnetEnabling management over external ports External managementAccessing the main menu Connecting to the GbE switch moduleConfiguring the GbE switch module using the serial-port interface v 9600 baud v 8 data bits v No parity v 1 stop bit v No flow control Initial configuration Logging in to the GbE switch module 3. Locate the I/O Module Firmware VPD section Determining the level of GbE switch module softwareObtaining the latest level of switch software Chapter 6. Updating the softwareUpgrading the GbE switch module software 3. Click Power Off Modules Resetting and restarting the GbE switch module36 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Chapter 7. Parts listing 38 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide POST errors Chapter 8. Solving problemsRunning POST Failure criticality Diagnostic indicator in40 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Failing functional areaChapter 9. Getting help and technical assistance Using the documentationBefore you call 42 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide Software service and supportHardware service and support Getting help and information from the World Wide WebPart 1 - General Terms Appendix A. 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Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service 1. Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service2. On-site Service 3. Courier or Depot ServiceEU Country Telephone List 7. CRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceItaly -- +39-800-820-094 Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/200466 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide IBM Director of Licensing IBM Corporation North Castle Drive Appendix B. NoticesArmonk, NY U.S.A Trademarks Product recycling and disposal Important notesAppendix B. 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