5-17
Switch Memory and Configuration
Using Primary and Secondary Flash Image Options
Switch Memory and
Configuration
Figure 5-10. Example of Erase Flash Prompt
3. Type y at the prompt to complete the flash erase.
4. Use show flash to verify erasure of the selected OS flash image
Figure 5-11. Example of Show Flash Listing After Erasing Primary Flash
Rebooting the Switch
The switch offers reboot options through the boot and reload commands, plus
the options inherrent in a dual-flash image system. Generally, using boot
provides more comprehensive self-testing; using reload gives you a faster
reboot time.
Table 5-2. Comparing the Boot an d Reload Commands
The prompt shows which flash
location will be erased.
Actions Included In
Boot?
Included In
Reload
Note
Save all configuration
changes since the last boot
or reload
Optional,
with prompt
Yes,
automatic
Config changes saved to the
startup-config file
Perform all system self-tests Yes No Reload provides a faster system
reboot.
Choice of primary or
secondary
Yes No—Uses
the current
flash image.
The "0" here
shows that
primary flash has
been erased.