Allied Telesis AR700 SERIES Software Release 2.7.1 - Manual (Page 12)

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Software Release 2.7.1
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Warning about FLASH memory
Before you start to configure your router, note that it is possible to enter
commands that can impact severely on your router’s performance.
DO NOT clear the FLASH memory completely. The software release files are
stored in FLASH, and clearing FLASH memory would leave no software to
run the router.
While FLASH is compacting, do not restart the router or use any commands
that affect the FLASH file subsystem. Do not restart the router, or create, edit,
load, rename or delete any files until a message confirms that FLASH file
compaction is completed. Interrupting flash compaction may result in
damage to files. Damaged files are likely to prevent the router from operating
correctly.
For more information, see “How to Avoid Problems” on page 109 and “What to
Do if You Clear FLASH Memory Completely” on page 111 .