3Launch both the server TFTP or FTP software and the terminal emulation software.

4Verify that the Remote Console Switch is turned on. After approximately 40 seconds, the Remote Console Switch sends a message, Dell Remote Console Switch Ready ... Press any key to continue. Press any key to access the main menu. The Remote Console Switch main menu appears.

5Get the IP address of the TFTP or FTP server.

6Assign the IP address in the Remote Console Switch, if needed:

a In the HyperTerminal window, type 1 to select Network Configuration.

b Note the Remote Console Switch IP address. The first three numbers

must be the same as in the server IP address from step 5. The last number must be different. If the Remote Console Switch IP address is not correct, change it as follows: type 3 to select IP address, then enter the correct address.

c Type 0 to exit the Network Configuration menu. If you changed the IP address, follow the directions on the screen.

7From the main menu, type 2 to select Firmware Management. The current version of your firmware displays in the Firmware Management screen.

8From the Firmware Management menu, type 1 to select FLASH Download (TFTP) or type 2 to select FLASH Download (FTP).

9Type the IP address of the TFTP or FTP server and press <Enter>.

10Type the name of the FLASH file and press <Enter>.

11If using an FTP server, type the FTP server username and password and press <Enter>.

12Confirm the TFTP or FTP download by typing y or yes and pressing <Enter>.

13The Remote Console Switch verifies the file you downloaded is valid. You are prompted to confirm the upgrade. Type y or yes and <Enter>.

14The Remote Console Switch will begin the FLASH upgrade process. On screen indicators displays the upgrade process. When the upload is complete, the Remote Console Switch resets and upgrades the internal subsystems.

Appendix E: FLASH Upgrades

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