To upgrade the operating system (OS) of a Cisco Catalyst 9200 switch, follow these steps:
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Download the New Software: First, you need to download the new operating system software from the Cisco Software Download Center. Ensure you download the correct software version for your switch model.
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Prepare for the Upgrade: Before starting the upgrade process, it's essential to review the release notes for the new software version. The release notes provide information about any new features, bug fixes, and known issues. Also, make sure you have a backup of your current switch configuration.
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Transfer the Software to the Switch: Transfer the downloaded software image to the switch. You can use various methods such as TFTP, FTP, SCP, or USB drive depending on your network setup and preferences.
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Verify Available Free Space: Check if there is enough free space on the switch's flash memory to accommodate the new software image. You can use the
show file systems
command to check the available space. -
Install the New Software: Use the
archive download-sw
command to install the new software. Here's a basic example of the command:archive download-sw /overwrite /reload tftp://