Change the Network Operating System

Before you begin

Onboard the device to ExtremeCloud IQ.

About this task

Universal switches are preloaded with two Network Operating Systems (NOS): Switch Engine and Fabric Engine. Switch Engine is the default NOS. Use this task to change the current default NOS to Fabric Engine.

Procedure

  1. Select Manage > Devices
  2. Locate the device in the Device List and select it.
    Notice that under Host Name, the name extension is Switch Engine. For example, Switch Engine 5520-48W-Switch Engine.
  3. Select Actions > Change OS to Fabric Engine
  4. Select Yes.

Results

The Host Name now has the Fabric Engine extension. If you select Actions again, the option says Change OS to Switch Engine.