Upgrading SSM Firmware on Scalable Chassis

Use the "asg_ssm_upgrade" utility in the Expert mode to upgrade the SSM firmware to the most recent version.

Upgrade one SSM at a time.

Syntax:

asg_ssm_upgrade ssm <SSM ID> [chassis <Chassis ID>] [file <Firmware File>]

Parameters

Parameter

Description

<SSM ID>

Specifies the SSM ID to upgrade.

Valid values:

  • 1

  • 2

  • all

<Chassis ID>

Specifies the Chassis ID.

Valid values:

  • 1

  • 2

  • all

<Firmware File>

Specifies the absolute path and name of the new firmware file.

Important:

  • Before you upgrade, confirm that the checksum of the new firmware file is valid.

  • You must copy the new firmware file to all SGMs.

  • You must connect over console when upgrade the SSM firmware on the chassis.

    In Dual Chassis, this does not applies if you upgrade the SSM firmware on the other chassis.

  • The SSM automatically reboots after the upgrade. This can cause traffic interruption.