Upgrading firmware on fixed-port switches
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Firmware download considerations for Directors
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Firmware download process for Directors
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Upgrading firmware on Directors (including blades)
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Firmware download from a USB device
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Enabling the USB device
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Viewing the USB file system
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Downloading from the USB device using the relative path
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Downloading from the USB device using the absolute path
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Validating a firmware installation
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Confirming that the switch and fabric are working properly together
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Testing firmware
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Testing and restoring firmware on switches
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Testing a different firmware version on a switch
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Testing and restoring firmware on Directors
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Testing a different firmware version on a Director
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