QLogic 8 Gb Intelligent Pass-thru Module for IBM BladeCenter ...

5 – I/O Module ConfigurationTesting a SwitchS• If your workstation has neither an FTP nor a TFTP server, open anFTP session and download the firmware image file by entering FTPcommands:>ftp ip_address or switchnameuser:imagespassword: imagesftp>binftp>put filenameftp>quit2. Display the list of firmware image files on the I/O module to confirm that thefile was loaded.QLogic8GbT #> admin startQLogic8GbT (admin) $> image list3. Unpack the firmware image file to install the new firmware in flash memory.QLogic8GbT (admin) $> image unpack filename4. Wait for the unpack to complete.Image unpack command result: Passed5. A message will prompt you to reset the I/O module to activate the firmware.Use the Hotreset command to attempt a non-disruptive activation.Testing a SwitchQLogic8GbT (admin) $> hotresetYou can test all ports on a switch using the Test Switch command. There are threetest types: online, offline, and connectivity. Refer to “Testing a Port” on page 6-15for information about testing individual and ports.The following sections describe the test types, displaying test status, andcancelling a switch test:• Online Tests for Switches• Offline Tests for Switches• Connectivity Tests for Switches• Displaying Switch Test Status• Canceling a Switch Test5-20 59245-01 A