Switch# delete /force /recursive flash:/old-image-name.bin
: Denotes compatibility exclusively with the Cisco Catalyst 2960-S hardware family. It is not compatible with standard 2960, 2960-Plus, or 2960-X platforms.
c2960s-universalk9-tar.152-2.E9.tar Cisco IOS Software image bundle designed for the Catalyst 2960-S series switches c2960s-universalk9-tar.152-2.e9.tar
Upgrading to the 15.2(2)E9 release ensures your 2960-S switch benefits from critical updates:
/safe : (Optional) Reverts to the old image if the new one fails to boot. Important Considerations Switch# delete /force /recursive flash:/old-image-name
: Ensures proper operation and protocol synchronization (Stack Protocol Version 1.56) when switches are combined in a stack.
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The 15.2(2)E9 image requires roughly 20–25 megabytes of free space in the local flash memory. Check your available space: Switch# show flash: Use code with caution.
Ensure you can ping the file server from the switch configuration context. Alternatively, switch to an HTTP or SCP transfer mechanism if UDP traffic is restricted. Share public link