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Guidelines for upgrading Aruba 8320 Switch system software version using USB

Time: 2022-05-24
        Optical modules are commonly used in switches, network interface cards (NICs), routers, and other communication devices. The system software of these devices is continuously iterated to fix known issues and expand application functions. Users can select the switch system software version provided by the manufacturer based on their own needs. Different software versions may have varying requirements for optical module compatibility; switching the switch system software version can help identify or resolve some module compatibility issues, thereby improving the module's adaptability to the device.
        The following is a method for upgrading the system software of an Aruba switch using a USB drive, based on a specific case:
I. Information/Material Preparation
    • USB flash drive (USB 2.0, file system format: FAT32);
    • Switch system software (recommended to download from the official website: www.hpe.com/support/downloads );
    • Network cable;
    • Switch (Aruba 8320 JL479A) and computer.
II. Precautions
    • To avoid device damage, do not interrupt the switch's power supply during the software upgrade process.
    • Before upgrading, confirm that the downloaded software version supports the model of the switch to be upgraded. The software download page usually provides system software description information for verification.
III. Upgrade Steps
        1. Set the USB Drive to Available Status
    • Save the switch system software to the USB flash drive.
    • Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port of the switch.
    • Note down the name of the software file stored in the USB flash drive.
    • Enable the USB function on the switch using the following commands:
switch> enable // Enter privileged mode
switch# config t // Enter global configuration mode
switch(config)# usb // Enter USB configuration mode
switch(config)# do usb mount // Enable and mount the USB drive
switch(config)# do show usb // Check USB drive statusAfter executing the "show usb" command, the following status indicates the USB drive is available
Enabled : Yes
Mounted : Yes
        2. Copy the System Software File to the Switch
        Take the system software file ArubaOS-CX_8320_10.05.0011.swi as an example. Execute the following command to copy the software from the USB drive to the switch: switch# copy usb:/ArubaOS-CX_8320_10.05.0011.swi secondary
        Explanation: Aruba switches support storing two system software versions, corresponding to two locations: primary (main) and secondary (backup). Users can select the boot version based on the file storage location.
        3. Verify the Software File Upload
        Execute the following command to check the system software files in the switch and confirm the transmission is successful: switch# show image
        4. Set the Default Boot Software Version
        Select the default boot version according to the storage location of the software file (consistent with the location specified in Step 2: primary/secondary/serviceos): switch# boot system secondary
        5. Reboot the Switch to Apply Settings
        Execute the reboot command to restart the switch and make the settings take effect: switch# reboot
        6. Confirm the Upgraded Software Version
        After the switch restarts, execute the following command to check the currently running system software version: switch# show system
        Moduletek provides 1G and 10G compatible optical modules that support different system software versions of Aruba switches. Welcome to place your orders!
        If you have any questions about the above content, please contact us via email: sales@moduletek.com
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