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Software upgrade configuration
Device software overview
The device software comprises the Boot ROM image file and the system software image file. After the
device is powered on, it runs the Boot ROM image, initializes hardware, and displays the hardware
information. Then the device runs the software image. The system software image provides drivers and
adaption for hardware, and implements service features. The Boot ROM image and system software
image are required to start up and run the device. Figure 65 illu
strates their relationship.
Figure 65 Relationship between the Boot ROM image and the system software image
Software upgrade methods
You can upgrade the Boot ROM image and system software image using the Boot menu or at the
command line interface (CLI). You can also upgrade the system software image on the web interface.
Table 13 Software upgrade methods
Software
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rade methods
Boot menu
CLI
Web interface
Boot ROM image Supported Supported Not supported
System software image Supported Supported Supported