Accessing the boot load commands – Cabletron Systems 6A000/ZX-250 User Manual

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Boot Load Commands

Accessing the Boot Load Commands

Boot load commands are executed from the boot load prompt. The boot load prompt is not part of the switch console,
and is accessible only after a reboot and before the switch software is loaded. Perform the following steps to gain access
to the boot load prompt:

Connect a terminal (or PC running terminal emulation software) to the RJ-45 terminal port on the
front of the SmartCell ZX-250.

Enter the

reboot

command from the terminal.

Wait for the following message to appear:

Press any key to exit to boot load prompt.

Before the countdown reaches zero, press a key to access the boot load prompt. Notice that the boot
load prompt (

) differs from the prompt used in the switch console.