Cisco 2800 Series Manual page 253

Upgrading the System Image
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What to Do Next
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Using a PC with a CompactFlash Card Reader to Copy the System Image into Flash Memory
Because the system image is stored on an external CompactFlash memory card, you can use a PC with
a compact flash card reader to format the card and copy a new system image file onto the card. However,
this upgrade method is not commonly used.
For more information about using flash memory cards, see
Prerequisites
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Removing the compact flash memory card may disrupt the network because some software features use
Caution
the compact flash memory card to store tables and other important data.
SUMMARY STEPS
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DETAILED STEPS
Remove the compact flash memory card from the router.
Step 1
Step 2 Insert the card into the compact flash card reader on a PC.
Step 3 Use the PC to copy the system image file to the compact flash memory card.
Step 4 Remove the card from the compact flash card reader.
Insert the compact flash memory card into the router.
Step 5
"Loading the New System Image" section on page
Download the new Cisco IOS Software image to the PC. See the
Image?" section on page 2.
Locate the compact flash memory card slot on the router chassis. For help with locating the slot and
instructions for removing and inserting the card, see the hardware installation guide for your router.
Remove the compact flash memory card from the router.
Insert the card into the compact flash card reader on a PC.
Use the PC to copy the system image file to the compact flash memory card.
Remove the card from the compact flash card reader.
Insert the compact flash memory card into the router.
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Using CompactFlash Memory
How to Upgrade the System Image
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"Where Do I Download the System
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