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To archive a switch:
1.
Select Switch > Archive.
2.
In the Save dialog box, enter a file name.
3.
Click Save.
Restoring a switch
Restoring a switch loads the archived switch configuration parameters to the switch. The administrative state
of the switch must be set to Offline using the Switch Properties dialog box before an archive can be used
in the restore process. The switch type archive must be compatible with the switch to be restored. See
” (page 74) for more information.
Figure 37
Restore dialog boxes—full and selective
CAUTION:
The switch being restored should be physically disconnected from the fabric. Restoring a
switch in a fabric can severely disrupt the fabric. After the restore process is complete, the switch can be
reconnected to the fabric.
To restore a switch:
1.
Log in to the fabric through the switch you want to restore. You cannot restore a switch over an ISL.
2.
Open the Switch menu and select Restore to display the Restore dialog box (
). The Restore
dialog box offers a Full Restore tab and a Selective Restore tab.
3.
Enter a name for the file to be archived or click Browse and search for a file name.
This archive file must be one that was produced by the QuickTools Archive function. Configuration
backup files created with the Config Backup command are not compatible with the QuickTools Restore
function. The Config Backup command does not archive the primary or secondary secrets for any
security groups.