3Com ENTERPRISE OS 11.3 Setting up for Tftp File Transfers, Setting up for FTP File Transfers

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Minimal disk storage requirements depend on the number of different software versions that are stored on the disk drive. Calculate:

■6 MB for each version of the NETBuilder II bridge/router image

■6 MB for each version of the PathBuilder S5xx switch image

■4 MB for each version of the SuperStack II, SuperStack II SI, or OfficeConnect bridge/router image

While you must purchase one copy of software for each bridge/router or switch, you only need to install one copy of a version of software on the NMS.

Setting Up a File

You can choose to transfer files using FTP or TFTP.

Transfer Method

Setting up for TFTP File Transfers

 

 

To use TFTP, you need to set up your NMS in preparation for TFTP file transfers.

 

Make sure your TFTP server is running. On a Windows workstation 3Com’s

 

3CServer is shipped along with the utilities. Upgrade Link launches 3CServer

 

during start up.

 

Specify the -tftp flag in all command line utilities which use file transfers

 

(bcmsysupgrade, bcmbackup, bcmrestore) if you want to use TFTP file transfer. For

 

example, to specify TFTP file transfer use:

 

bcmsysupgrade -s:from_nb -tftp <device>

 

If neither flag is used, TFTP is used by default for software release 11.0 and lower,

 

but FTP is used by default for software release 11.1 and higher. If the -ftp flag is

 

specified on a NETBuilder bridge/router running software version 11.0 or lower,

 

the FTP password is overwritten with the following text string:

 

****

 

Setting up for FTP File Transfers

 

To use FTP, you need to set up your NMS in preparation for FTP file transfers.

 

For Upgrade Link, the user name and password is specified in the Setting Page, as

 

shown on page 23.

On a UNIX NMS, follow these steps:

1Create a user on your system with /tftpboot as the home directory.

2When using the upgrade utilities via the command line or the Transcend Upgrade Manager, specify this user name and password in the BCMFTPUSER and BCMFTPPASS environment variables.

Specify the -ftp flag in all command line utilities that use file transfers (bcmsysupgrade, bcmbackup, bcmrestore) if you want to use FTP file transfer. For example, to specify FTP file transfer use:

bcmsysupgrade -s:from_nb -ftp <device>

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Contents Upgrading Enterprise OS Software 3Com Corporation Bayfront PlazaSanta Clara, California 95052-8145Contents Upgrading a BRIDGE/ROUTER Using the COMMAND-LINEUTILITIES Reference for the Upgrade Management Utilities Lossary Ndex 3COM Corporation Limited Warranty About this Guide ConventionsList conventions that are used throughout this guide Icon DescriptionText Conventions Convention DescriptionUpgrade Tools OverviewProcess Primary, Secondary, and Test Boot Sources Automatic or Manual RecoveryRules and Support Limitations Take Time to PlanOverview Installing the Utilities on a Network Management Station Installing the Utilities on a Unix System Preparing for InstallationWhere os is the directory for your operating system Version message may refer to Solaris 2.5 as SunOSTo install only the upgrade utilities, enter Return to normal privilege by enteringOperating System Directory Name Bcmsteup -bootp Planning and Preparing Upgrade Setting Up a FileYou can choose to transfer files using FTP or Tftp Transfer MethodBcmsysupgrade -sfromnb -ftp device Flash Memory Required for SuperStack II NETBuilder Token RingSuperStack II NETBuilder SI PathBuilder S5xx Switch FD FradChecking Software VersionPlanning Tables 10.1.3.24 11.0 BF Planning and Preparing the Upgrade Upgrading Using the Netbuilder Upgrade Link Application Preparing for the UpgradePrograms⇒ Remote Upgrade Utilities⇒Upgrade Link RemotelyAppears. describes the buttons on the bottom of the Status Button DescriptionAbort To the switch or bridge/router by following these steps Verifying forUpgrading You must be logged in as root for this procedure Unix Select Upgrade and click Apply Upgrade page appearsFor Windows CD-ROM, use the following path Upgrading Using the Netbuilder Upgrade Link Application Upgrading Software Upgrading Using the Netbuilder Upgrade Link Application COMMAND-LINE Utilities Setting up for Tftp File Transfers FTP password is overwritten with the following text stringSetting up for FTP File Transfers Shown onInstalling Software on the NMSTo check which version you have installed, enter Windows \%tftpboot%\image\platform\SWFW\version\pkgFor UNIX, enter From a Tarred File, useUsing Bcmsysupgrade UtilityTo Upgrade Lists the most common bcmsysupgrade options Same options must be used to upgrade configuration filesFilenames NETBuilder systemPathBuilder S5xx Series Switch Copy the upgraded software to the bridge/router using Test your new software usingAccept your upgrade using Bridge/router reboots after the firmware is upgraded If the Bridge/Router or Switch Does Not BootBcmsysupgrade options -sfromnb -newhw device SETDefault -IP CONTrol = ROute Bcmsysupgrade -saccept -newhw device Enable a routing protocol. For example, enable RIP by using Bcmsysupgrade -stonb -m -newhw device Upgrading a BRIDGE/ROUTER Using the COMMAND-LINE Utilities Upgrading the Software Image Only Upgrading the Software Image only Using Upgrade Link Upgrading Select Upgrade and click Apply. The Upgrade page appears Click Home then Exit to exit Upgrade Link Command-Line UtilitiesCopy the new software to the bridge/router using Accept the upgrade usingEnterprise OS User InterfaceReboot the system by entering Backing UP and Restoring Software PrerequisitesBacking UP and Restoring Software You select and set up your file transfer method SoftwareSelect Verify Upgrade Services Diagnose Prediagnosing System ProblemsBacking Up the Software For Unix For WindowsEnable a routing protocol. For example, enable Ospf using Mapping Hostnames Using the etc/snmp.cfg File Select Verify Upgrade Services Diagnose then click Apply Verifying the Device for RestoringRestoring the Software Command-Line Prediagnosing System Problems Detect any problems with Snmp or Tftp connectivity usingWhere backname is the name of the backup for the boot blocks If you are not replacing the hardware, useReference for Upgrade Management Utilities AccessingDownloading Update Log File Utility DescriptionsSyntax To access the man pages for a specific utility, use Or to access help for a specific utility, useBcmbackup Getting HelpFtp -tftp ProcessBcmconfig WithBcmctrl Bcmdf Bcmdiagnose Bcminstall Tar path Installs a tarred package fileNetwork management station Cdrom pathBcmloadconfig -l are mutually exclusiveBcmrestore BcmnbrusBcmsetup BcmsysupgradeBcmuname Bcmupdate UpgradeLink Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ErrorGetting Help GeneralCode Meaning Installation Troubleshooting MessagesHardware-Related Validating the Snmp Testing Snmp read access Required programsNot consistent Determining Pinging IP address ConnectivitySnmp read access OK Testing Snmp write accessSnmp write access OK Creating an Upgrade FileAction Check with your systems administrator Meaning Meaning This is a status message Action NoneRemote test files Meaning This is an information message Action NoneDownloading an Upgrade File File transfers using Tftp are OKAppendix a Troubleshooting NETBuilder II Upgrade Choosing a Software PackageMigration Path Recommended Upgrade From Version To VersionFrom Version 8.2/8.3 To Version NETBuilder II Software Package Migration to NETBuilder Upgrade SuperStackFrom Version 9.0/9.1/9.3/10.1 To Version 32x Series From Version 8.3/9.0/9.1/9.3 To VersionFrom Version To Version 42x Series From Version 8.0/8.1 From Version 9.0/9.1/9.3 To VersionNETBuilder SI Upgrade OfficeConnect OfficeConnect Software Package Migration toFrom Version 10.2 model To Version 13x only PathBuilder Software Package Migration to Appendix B Choosing a Software Package Mounting the CD-ROMON a C Unix Platform MountingCD-ROM on SolarisAt the command prompt on the remote system, enter Change directories to /etc/init.d and enterEnter You may need to start the NFS daemonsMounting the CD-ROM on HP-UX Remote CD-ROM DriveOpen a command window Insert the CD-ROM Enter Mounting the CD-ROM on IBM AIX 4.1.x ThroughUnmounting CD-ROMAppendix C Mounting the CD-ROMON a Unix Platform Services Technical SupportOnline Technical Access by Analog Modem Access by Digital Modem847 262 408 727Country Telephone Number Asia Pacific Rim EuropeEurope, South Africa, and Middle East Latin AmericaCountry Telephone Number Fax Number Glossary NMS See network management station Glossary Glossary Index NumbersIndex 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty Disclaimer

ENTERPRISE OS 11.3 specifications

3Com Enterprise OS 11.3 is a robust network operating system designed specifically for enterprise-level applications, offering a comprehensive suite of features and technologies that enhance network performance, reliability, and security. Engineered for the needs of large organizations, this operating system integrates advanced functionalities that ensure efficient management of network resources.

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Security is a critical focus for 3Com Enterprise OS 11.3, which includes comprehensive measures such as access control lists (ACLs), robust authentication methods, and support for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). These security features safeguard sensitive data and ensure that only authorized users can access network resources, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access and potential data breaches.

The operating system is also designed for scalability, accommodating the growing needs of enterprise environments. Its modular architecture allows for the integration of additional features and services without sacrificing performance. This flexibility makes it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises, adapting to various networking requirements as they evolve.

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