A-3
File Transfers
Overview
Overview
The switches covered in this guide support several methods for transferring
files to and from a physically connected device, or via the network, including
TFTP, Xmodem, and USB. This appendix explains how to download new
switch software, and upload or download switch configuration files and
software images. It contains the following information:
■ Downloading switch software (begins on this page)
■ Copying software images (page A-25)
■ Transferring switch configurations (begins on page A-26)
■ Copying diagnostic data (begins on page A-30)
Downloading Switch Software
ProCurve periodically provides switch software updates through the Pro-
Curve Networking web site. For more information, refer to the support and
warranty booklet, or visit www.hp.com/#Support. After you acquire a new
software version, you can use one of the following methods for downloading
software to the switch:
Note This manual uses the terms switch software and software image to refer to
the downloadable software files the switch uses to operate its networking
features. Other terms sometimes include Operating System, or OS.
Note xmodem should not be used over the OA serial console. It should only be used
over the USB serial console connection.
Software Download Feature Default Menu CLI Web
TFTP n/a page A-5 page A-7 —
Xmodem n/a page A-20 page A-21 —
USB n/a n/a page A-22 —
Switch-to-Switch n/a page A-22 page A-23 —
Software Update Manager in PCM+ Refer to the documentation provided with PCM+.
