software

Perform various software functions on the switch to ensure it is updated with latest versions.

Syntax

Command Parameters

activate WORD<1-99>
Copies the software version to the boot flash file. When you use the software activate command, the system checks for hardware dependencies and prevents a downgrade if it detects a dependency. For example, if a hardware component has a minimum software version dependency, you cannot downgrade to an incompatible software version or install the hardware component in a chassis that runs an incompatible software version.
add WORD<1-99>
Unpacks a software release <version>.
add-modules WORD<1-99>
Add modules to existing software release in /intflash/relea se/<version>
commit
Ensures the running software release is trusted.
remove WORD<1-99>
Removes the software release <version>.
reset-commit-time <1-60>
Extends or reduces the software commit or rollback time.

Default

None

Command Mode

Privileged EXEC