Module Installation Guide 2005-12

Resetting the Switch

Reasons for Resetting the Switch

Generally, you only need to reset the switch when it needs to recognize a

change in its hardware or software (console) configuration. Some

circumstances in which you will need to reset the switch are:

■ Installing a new module. The switch must be reset after the new module

is installed so the switch processor can properly initialize and configure

the new module.

■ Changing certain switch configuration parameters through the console

interface. (In this case, the console provides indications when the switch

must be reset for the configuration change to be activated.)

Methods of Resetting the Switch

You can reset the switch by any of these methods:

■ pressing the Reset button on the front of the switch

■ power cycling the switch (if both power supplies are being used, you will

have to disconnect both power cords)

■ issuing the boot system command from the switch console CLI, or

selecting the Reboot Switch option from the switch menu interface