HP Switch(config)# max-vlans 12 Command will take effect after saving configuration and reboot. HP Switch(config)# reload This command will cause a switchover to the other management module which may not be running the same software image and configurations. Do you want to continue y/n?

Short video showing how to upgrade two 5406 switches in sequential order, so that redundancy is not lost. This is using HP's Intelligent Management Center (iMC) to do the deployment as a scheduled. Software Update Download File for ProCurve. By downloading, you agree to the terms and conditions of the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Software License Agreement. Note: Some software requires a valid warranty, current Hewlett Packard Enterprise support contract, or a license fee. DO NOT UPDATE the original firmware directly with any of these newer HP firmware! I have here a 48 port 3Com Baseline 3CRBSG5293 Switch which is in fact the same as the HP 1910-48G Switch (JE009A). The problem of these original 3Com branded models seems to be the old bootrom. Hi, I got a 'new' old switch with a pretty old firmware-version (PB.02.03). Now I want to upgrad to the last firmware-version for my switch (PB.03.04). Where can I find the latest firmware? I didn´t find a link on the HP-website. Can anybody help me? Thanks in advance, Max.

TFTP: Copying a software image to a remote host (CLI)

Syntax:

Copies the primary flash image to a TFTP server.

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Example:

To copy the primary flash to a TFTP server having an IP address of 10.28.227.105:

where k0800.swi is the filename given to the flash image being copied.

Xmodem: Copying a software image from the switch to a serially connected PC or UNIX workstation (CLI)

To use this method, the switch must be connected via the serial port to a PC or UNIX workstation.

Syntax:

Uses Xmodem to copy a designated configuration file from the switch to a PC or UNIX workstation.

Example:

To copy the primary flash image to a serially connected PC:

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1. Execute the following command:

2. After you see the above prompt, press [Enter].

3. Execute the terminal emulator commands to begin the file transfer.

USB: Copying a software image to a USB device (CLI)

To use this method, a USB flash memory device must be connected to the switch's USB port.

Syntax:

Uses the USB port to copy the primary flash image from the switch to a USB flash memory device.

Example:

To copy the primary image to a USB flash drive:

1. Insert a USB device into the switch's USB port.

2. Execute the following command:

   where k0800.swi is the name given to the primary flash image that is copied from the switch to the USB device.

Whilst learning about updating our HP Pro-curve switches, I found many contradicting pieces of information on how to do this. This is my method for updating via the web interface (Focusing on a 2910-24G-PoE+ al Switch). Please bear in mind that not all of the HP pro-curve switches support the web interface. I'm going to assume you don't necessarily know the model of your switch, so i'll explain how to find it. Before any thing else, it is massively important to ensure that no-one will be disrupted whilst you are working on the switch. In my case, I was able to update our switches during the Christmas break period. Very few users were on site, so it was a good opportunity to do so.

11 Steps total

Step 1: Ensure you know correct IP address

The IP address is used to connect your machine to the switch to do the update. You should have a record of these IP addresses available to you.

Step 2: Find the model of the switch you are updating

It is important to ensure you know the model of your switch, as the software is different for each model. I've placed the IP address of my switch into an internet browser (Note: some older HP switches require java support in browser), and you can see the model is a 2910-24G-PoE+ al Switch (J9146A)

Step 3: Obtain copy of new software from HP

Using the 'HP networking support tool', find the appropriate switch's links. Navigate to the software downloads page.

Step 4: Navigate to the software downloads page

Upon the page loading, you should find all of the available software for your switch. Ensure you know which version you are currently on (can be found via the web interface), and find the latest version. Also, it's always beneficial to read the release notes, both to check compatibility and to find which new features have been added/which bugs have been fixed.

Step 5: Download software

Once you've found the version you require, click on the marked button to continue to the download page.

Step 6: Open the web interface

Enter the IP address of your switch into a web browser. Log in with the 'manager' account and navigate to 'uploads/downloads' under the 'system' heading.

Step 7: Download configuration file

Important: HP always recommend backing up your switch's configuration file BEFORE updating software. Click on the listed configuration file and select download. This will download the configuration file to your local PC.

Step 8: Upload the software to the switch

Click on 'update' under the primary image. It will then ask you to choose a file. As default, the file for uploading uses the version of software as its title. In this case, W_15_14_0012.swi is the file required.

Step 9: Begin the upload/flash process

The switch will now prompt you to being the upload/flash. This may take a few minutes and the web interface should refresh when completed. DO NOT interrupt the power to the switch during this process, as it could easily cause irreparable damage to your hardware.

Step 10: Verify the switch has successfully written the new software

The page will re-load. The 'Primary' software image will now show the new version of software. The upload/flash was successful.

Step 11: Reboot the switch

Assuming that no one will be disrupted, reboot the switch from the web interface (using the link 'reboot'). Upon reboot, the switch will display the new software version on the home page. Check that all of your port configurations are still in place. If not, you can re-upload the configuration file (step 7, upload instead of download)

You've successfully updated you HP switch software. Remember, this guide only covers updating via the web interface and there are other methods of updating if this isn't suitable for you. The most common of these is via a TELNET session, which is covered in a 'how-to' by 'Gitclaus' found here: http://community.spiceworks.com/how_to/82205-how-to-update-hp-switch-firmware

1 Comment

• Datil
  Pictuelle Dec 22, 2015 at 12:45pm

  Cool, this is pretty much true of any firmware updates,
  Insure correct model,
  Get the correct firmware,
  Disconnect (isolate) so there are no interruptions,
  Update,
  Reboot
  Log in and check the settings/set-up accordingly