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Reloading MSS Software Updating Software
D - 4
¥ Use the Show Server Bootparams command to check the MSS
settings and verify that the correct download Þle has been
conÞgured before using the Initialize Reload command to reboot
the server and reload the code.
NOTE: It is very important to check the MSS settings before using the
Initialize Reload command; this ensures you are reloading the
correct software file.
The reloading sequence is as follows:
1. If BOOTP or RARP is enabled, the MSS will request
assistance from a BOOTP or RARP server before start-
ing the download attempts. The MSS will then try
TFTP, NetWare, and MOP booting, in that order, pro-
vided that it has enough information to try each down-
load method.
2. The MSS will download and rewrite the Flash ROM. This step will
take approximately two minutes from the time the Initialize
command is issued.
3. If the download Þle cannot be found or accessed, the MSS can be
rebooted with the code still in Flash ROM. As noted in Chapter 2,
the OK LED will blink quickly while the MSS is booting and
reading code, and then slowly when it returns to normal operation.
NOTE: If you experience problems reloading Flash ROM, refer to
Troubleshooting Flash ROM Updates.
D.2.1 NetWare
The MSS.SYS Þle should be placed in the login directory on the NetWare Þle
server. The MSS cannot actually log into the Þle server; it knows no username
or password. It can only access Þles in the login directory itself. On the MSS,
become the privileged user and specify the Þleserver name, Þlename, and
path.
Figure D-3: Reloading Flash ROM using NetWare
Local>> CHANGE NETWARE LOADHOST
hobbes
Local>> CHANGE SOFTWARE “sys:\login\MSS.SYS”
Local>> LIST SERVER BOOT
Local>> INITIALIZE RELOAD