<HUAWEI> delete /unreserved flash:/S5700-V200R019C00.cc (delete old firmware) <HUAWEI> delete /unreserved flash:/oldpatch.pat (delete old patch) <HUAWEI> reset recycle-bin (purge recycle bin)
After successful validation, perform housekeeping to maintain a clean environment:
| Item | Details | |------|---------| | | display current-configuration | | Verify hardware model | display device | | Check current firmware version | display version | | Confirm storage space | display flash: – ensure at least 2x the new firmware size free | | Download correct firmware | From Huawei Enterprise support portal (requires contract) | | TFTP/FTP/SFTP server ready | Prefer SFTP for security | | Out‑of‑band management access | Console or dedicated management port | | Change window | Schedule during maintenance window | Huawei Switch Firmware Upgrade
Log in to the switch via CLI (SSH or Console) and run the following commands to record the current state:
Note: If upgrading a stack (iPXE/iStack), apply the command to all member switches or ensure the system automatically syncs files across the stack units. 2. Specify the Next Boot Patch (Optional) <HUAWEI> delete /unreserved flash:/S5700-V200R019C00
Check the output to ensure that the is pointing to your newly uploaded .cc firmware file for the Current startup system software and Next startup system software . 4. Performing the Upgrade and Reboot
The screen blinked back the new version number. The patches were applied, the bugs were squashed, and the throughput was optimized. He checked the routing tables and the BGP neighbors—everything was peering perfectly. He checked the routing tables and the BGP
Upgrading the firmware of a Huawei switch is a crucial task that ensures the device is running with the latest features, security patches, and performance enhancements. In this article, we will walk you through the process of upgrading the firmware of a Huawei switch.
Connect your laptop or server to the management port or a configured VLAN interface.
<Huawei> dir flash:/
It is critical to verify that the startup software was correctly assigned. Run this command: display startup Use code with caution.
