3Com 4210G Introduction to Loading Modes, Loading Software Through the Boot ROM Menu, Boot Menu

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5 Boot ROM and Host Software Loading

Introduction to Loading Modes

The switch software consists of Boot ROM software (.btm) and host software (.bin). You can load both the two types of software through the approaches displayed in Table 5-1.

Table 5-1Approaches for loading software on the switch

 

Approach

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Loading Software Using XMODEM Through Console Port

 

 

Loading files through the Boot ROM

 

 

 

Loading Software Using TFTP through Ethernet Port

 

 

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Loading Software Using FTP Through Ethernet Port

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loading files through the CLI

Loading Software Using FTP

 

 

 

 

 

Loading Software Using TFTP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Boot ROM software version must match the host software version when you load the Boot ROM and host software.

Loading Software Through the Boot ROM Menu

If your terminal is directly connected to the switch, you can load Boot ROM and host software locally through the Boot ROM menu.

Before loading the software, make sure that your terminal is correctly connected to the switch to insure successful software loading.

Boot Menu

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Switch 4210G 24-Port BOOTROM, Version 510

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Creation date

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Contents 3Com Switch 4210G Family Environmental Statement Organization Chapter ContentsAbout This Manual ConventionsCreate Folder Related DocumentationObtaining Documentation Convention DescriptionTable of Contents Page Iii Overview 4210G 24-Port 4210G 48-Port 4210G PWR 4210G NTVDC Introduction to Switch 4210G Switch 4210G 24-PortSwitch 4210G 48-Port Switch 4210G PWR 24-Port Switch 4210G PWR 48-Port Switch 4210G NT 24-Port Console Port Switch 4210G NT 48-PortPorts 1000Base-X SFP Port Specification10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet Port Model SFP port 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port LEDsCombo Port LEDsRPS Status LED Port Mode LEDSystem Status LED Status DescriptionSystem status Seven-segment LED Description Seven-Segment LEDStatus 10/100/1000Base-T Auto-Sensing Ethernet Port Status LED Status Description Port mode Ethernet port 1000Base-X SFP Port Status LEDShort-haul Dual-Port 10 GE CX4 Interface Module Optional Interface ModulesInterface Module Status LED Mark Status DescriptionCX4 Cable Connector type Length Dual-Port 10 GE XFP Interface ModuleDistance Central Max Transceiver Connector Fiber TransmissionOne-port 10 GE XFP Interface Module Transceiver Central Max Connector Fiber Transmission Cable type DistanceDual-Port 10 GE SFP+ Interface Module Description of LEDs of Interface Modules 22 SFP+ cableSafety Precautions Installation SiteElectromagnetic Susceptibility Temperature/HumidityCleanness Gas Maximum concentration mg/mInstallation Tools Laser SafetyInstalling the Switch Installation Flow of the SwitchIntroduction to Mounting Bracket Configuration Type of front Mounting bracket Use Front Mounting Brackets to Install a SwitchModel Physical dimensions × W × D Configuration Type of rear Mounting BracketUse Front Mounting Brackets and a Tray to Install a Switch Use Front and Rear Mounting Brackets to Install a Switch Page Page Mounting the Switch on a Workbench Connecting the Grounding Cable When a Grounding Strip is AvailableWhere a Grounding Conductor Can be Buried Other Installation Sites Switch module Power supply Connection method Mode Connecting the Power CordsConnecting the AC Power Cord Connecting the RPS Power Cord 16Connect an AC power cord to a horizontal AC power socketPage Installing an Interface Module Installing an Interface CardInstalling Dedicated CX4/SFP+ Cable Removing an Interface ModuleInstalling Switches for an IRF Removing Dedicated CX4/SFP+ CableInstallation Flow for an IRF Task RemarksDrawing a Plan for an IRF with Switches For details, see Installing an Interface ModuleConfigure the physical connection mode Page Verifying the Installation 29Cable connections for an IRF with 1-port interface modulesRJ-45 Signal Direction DB-9 Setting up the Configuration EnvironmentConnecting the Console Cable Console CableSetting Terminal Parameters Connection Procedure4Set the serial port used by the HyperTerminal connection 6HyperTerminal window Powering on the Switch Booting the SwitchChecking before Powering on the Switch Describes the fields above 2Description on the fields Changing the Startup Mode Enter Y. The system displays the following information BUS Clock Speed 33MHz Memory Size 128MB Mac Address Page Introduction to Loading Modes Loading Software Through the Boot ROM MenuBoot Menu Press Ctrl + B. The system displays Loading Software Using Xmodem Through Console Port Introduction to XmodemRequired ROM file effective2Properties dialog box Cccccccccccccccccc CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCdone Loading Software Using Tftp through Ethernet Port Loading host softwareLoad File name Loading Software Using FTP Through Ethernet Port Introduction to FTPDescription Loading Software Using FTP Loading Software Through CLILoading Software Using Tftp Update the Boot ROM program on the switchMissing Boot ROM Password Password Missing FailureMissing User Password Software Loading FailureRPS input Power Supply FailureAC input RPS&AC inputSteady red Fan FailureMark State System status LED Troubleshooting when the terminal display is illegible Configuration System FailureTroubleshooting when there is no terminal display
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