Chapter 5

Advanced Configuration

Admin > Save Configuration

Admin > Save Configuration

Via TFTP

Upgrade  Select this option to upgrade the switch from a file located on a TFTP server.

•• TFTP Server  The TFTP Server IP Address that contains the source file to upgrade from.

•• Source File  Specifies the name of the upgrade file on the TFTP Server.

Backup  To backup the switch configuration via TFTP, enter the TFTP server address.

•• TFTP Server  Specifies the TFTP Server IP Address to which the Configuration file will be saved.

•• Destination File  Specifies the name of the configuration file. The default is StartupCfg.cfg.

Via HTTP

This HTTP Firmware Upgrade screen is used for saving configuration information using your Web browser.

Upgrade  Select this option to upgrade the switch from a file on the local hard drive.

•• Source File  Type in the name and path of the file or Browse to locate the upgrade file.

Backup

•• Proceed  The Proceed button is used to backup the configuration to the local hard drive.

NOTE: When downloading a configuration file, be sure that it is a valid configuration file. If you have edited the file, ensure that only valid entries have been configured.

Admin > Firmware Upgrade

After you download a new image file, the device should be rebooted. If you are downloading a new boot image, please follow these steps:

1.Download the new boot code. DO NOT RESET THE DEVICE!

2.Download the new software image.

3.Reset the device now.

Admin > Firmware Upgrade

The Firmware Upgrade screen contains the following fields:

via TFTP  Defines the upgrade through a TFTP Server.

via HTTP  Allows you to upgrade the firmware using your Web browser.

Upgrade  Defines the screen functionality as a Firmware upgrade.

Backup  Defines the screen functionality as a Firmware backup.

TFTP Server IP Address  Specifies the TFTP Server IP Address from which files are downloaded.

Source File Name  Specifies the file to be downloaded.

Destination File name  Specifies the destination file type to which the file is downloaded. The possible field values are:

Software Image  Downloads the Image file. Boot Code  Downloads the Boot file.

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Linksys SRW2048, SRW248G4, SRW2024, SRW224G4 Admin Save Configuration, Admin Firmware Upgrade, Via Tftp, Via Http, Backup

SRW2016, SRW224G4, SRW2024, SRW2048, SRW248G4 specifications

The Linksys SRW2048 is a robust Layer 2 managed switch that caters to the networking needs of small to medium-sized businesses. Designed with performance and reliability in mind, it provides features that ensure optimal network efficiency and security.

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