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2025-08-08 - Safety Precautions for FS Switches Mainly Applicable to FS Commercial Switches Preface Audience This document is for network engineers responsible for installing and maintaining FS switches. Experience with network equipment installation and maintenance is required. 1 Precautions for Safe Use 1.1 General Safety Keep the chassis clean and dust-free. Do not place the equipment in walking areas. Do not wear loose clothes, ornaments, or any other things that may be hooked by the chassis during installation and maintenance. Cut off all power supplies and unplug all power cords before installing or dismantling the chassis. Prevent the switch from being frequently handled. Cut off all power supplies and unplug all power cords before moving or handling the switch. Keep balance and prevent personal injuries when handling the switch. Do not hold the handle of the power module or the fan module when moving the switch. Otherwise, it may cause equipment damage or even personal injury. Remove the fan modules and the power modules before handling the equipment. Install the equipment where it is not likely to be moved. 1.2 Installation Environment Requirements FS switches (excluding industrial ethernet switches) must be installed indoors. In order to ensure normal operation and prolonged service life, the installation site must meet the following requirements. 1.2.1 Cabinet Installation Before installing the FS switches in a cabinet, make sure that the cabinet meets the following requirements: Install the switch in an open cabinet. If the switch is installed in a closed area, ensure that it has a good ventilation system. Confirm that the cabinet is sturdy enough to support the weight of the FS switches and accessories. Maintain a clearance around the chassis in the cabinet for heat dissipation. The cabinet is properly grounded. 1.2.2 Ventilation Keep a minimum clearance of 200mm (7.87 in.) around the FS switches for air circulation. After various cables are connected, bundle the cables or route them over the cable management bracket to avoid blocking air inlets. 1.2.3 Temperature and Humidity To ensure the normal operation and prolonged service life of the FS switches, maintain an appropriate temperature and humidity in the equipment room. The equipment room with too high or too low temperature and humidity for a long time may damage the switches. In an environment with high relative humidity, the insulating material may have poor insulation or even leak electricity. Sometimes also prone to changes in the mechanical properties of materials, metal parts rust and other phenomena. In an environment with low relative humidity, static electricity is prone to occur and damage the internal circuits of the equipment. Too high temperatures can accelerate the aging of insulation materials, greatly reducing the reliability of the switch and severely affecting its service life. The ambient temperature and humidity of the equipment are measured at the point that is 1.5m (59.06 in.) above the floor and 0.4m (15.75 in.) before the rack when there is no protective plate in the front or at the back of the rack. 1.3 Electrical Safety 1.3.1 Grounding A proper grounding system is the basis for stable and reliable operation of FS switches and is indispensable for preventing lightning strikes and resisting interference. Carefully check the grounding conditions at the installation site according to the grounding specifications, and complete grounding properly based on the actual situation. Safety Grounding The switch using AC or high-voltage DC power supply must be grounded by using the green and yellow grounding cable. Otherwise, when the high voltage circuit inside the switch has a grounding fault, an electric shock may occur. The building should provide a protective ground connection to ensure that switches are connected to the protective ground. Lightning Grounding The lightning protection system of the facility is a separate system consisting of a lightning rod, a lower conductor and a connector connected to the grounding system. This grounding system is usually shared with the ground used as the power supply reference ground and the yellow-green safety ground. Lightning discharge grounding is only for facilities, equipment does not have this requirement. For lightning protection, see Requirements for Lightning Proof Grounding. EMC Grounding Grounding requirements for EMC design purposes include: shield grounding, filter grounding, noise and interference suppression, and level referencing. These form the combined grounding requirements. Grounding resistance is required to be less than 1 Ω. There is one ground terminal on the back of the FS switch chassis, which is indicated by a conspicuous warning label. Figure 1 EMC Grounding image.png 1.4 Battery Safety 1.4.1 Basic Requirements Observe local regulations and specifications during electrical operations. Only personnel with relevant qualifications can perform such operations. Check whether there are potential risks in the work area. For example, check whether the power supply is grounded, whether the grounding is reliable, and whether the ground is wet. Learn about the position of the indoor emergency power switch before installation. Cut off all power when an accident occurs. Do not maintain the equipment that is powered-on alone. Check the equipment carefully before shutting down the power supply. Do not place the equipment in a wet position, and keep the chassis away from liquid. Irregular and incorrect electrical operation may cause accidents such as fire or electric shock, and lead to serious and fatal injuries to the human body and equipment. Direct or indirect contact with high voltage and mains electricity through wet objects may pose a fatal risk. If the FS switch system has more than one input power source, be sure to disconnect all power cords before shutting down the system. If a power supply system is equipped with a leakage protector (also referred to as "leakage current switch" or "leakage current breaker"), the rated leakage action current of each leakage protector is greater than twice of the theoretical maximum leakage current of all the power supplies in the system (For example, if a system is equipped with 16 identical power supplies, the leakage current of each power supply is equal to or less than 1.75mA, and the leakage current of the system totals 28mA. A leakage protector with 30 mA rated action current supports less than 9 power supplies (that is, Action current of the leakage protector/2/Maximum leakage current of each power supply = 30/2/1.75 ≈8.57). In other words, the leakage protector with 30mA rated action current supports no more than 8 power supplies. In this case, the 16 power supplies in the system require at least two leakage protectors with 30mA rated action current and each leakage protector supports 8 power supplies). If power supplies in a system differ in models, the rated leakage action current of each leakage protector divided by two is greater than the sum of maximum leakage currents of all the power supplies. The rated leakage non-action current of a leakage protector shall be 50% of the leakage action current (Take a leakage protector with 30mA rated leakage action current as an example. The rated leakage non-action current shall be 15mA. When the leakage current is below 15mA, the protector shall not act. Otherwise, misoperation may easily occur due to high sensitivity and thus the leakage protector trips, devices are powered off, and services are interrupted). To guarantee personal safety, the rated leakage action current of each leakage protector in the system must be equal to or less than 30mA (human body safety current is 30mA). When twice of the total leakage current of the system is greater than 30mA, the system must be equipped with two or more leakage protectors. 1.4.2 Requirements for Rechargeable Batteries If a rechargeable battery is used, pay attention to the following precautions: If discoloration, deformation, overheating, or any other abnormality occurs, replace the battery before continuing with usage, charging or storage. Tighten battery cables or copper bars using the torque specified in the battery documentation. Insecure connection of battery bolts may cause excessive voltage drop or even overcurrent leading to battery overheating. If the battery temperature exceeds 60°C (140 °F), check for and promptly handle any leakage. If the electrolyte overflows, take proper measures promptly. When removing or moving the battery with spilled electrolyte, be careful with the electrolyte that can cause potential injury. If any electrolyte spills, use NaHCO(3) or Na(2)CO(3) to neutralize and absorb it. After batteries are installed, ensure that the fuse or circuit breaker is disconnected before powering the system. This avoids battery damage caused by power discharge in case of long-term power-off. Improper usage of lead-acid batteries will cause the release of flammable gas. Ensure that batteries are kept in a well-ventilated area and take preventive measures against fire. The battery should not be exposed to high temperature environments or around heat generating equipment such as sunlight, heaters, microwave ovens, ovens or water heaters. Battery overheating may cause an explosion. 1.4.3 Requirements for Non-Rechargeable Batteries If the equipment uses a dry battery or non-rechargeable lithium battery, consider the following: If discoloration, deformation, overheating, or any other abnormality occurs, replace the battery before continuing with usage or storage. Do not attempt to replace non-removable, built-in batteries. Doing so may damage the batteries or the equipment. Batteries must be replaced by an authorized service center. Do not throw the battery into the fire. Otherwise, the battery will catch fire and explode. 1.5 Radiation Safety 1.5.1 Electromagnetic Field Exposure Various interference sources, whether from outside the equipment or application system, or from within, are capacitive coupling, inductive coupling, electromagnetic wave radiation and other conductive ways to produce effects on the equipment. Electromagnetic interference is divided into two categories: radiation interference and conducted interference, which is determined by the type of propagation path. When the energy emitted by a device, usually RF energy, reaches a sensitive device through space, it is called radiated interference. The interference source can be both a part of the interfered system and a completely electrically isolated unit. Conducted interference results from the electromagnetic wire or signal cable connection between the source and the sensitive component, along the cable the interference conducts from one unit to another. Conducted interference often affects the power supply of the equipment, but can be controlled by a filter. Radiated interference may affect any signal path in the equipment, and is difficult to shield. Take effective measures for the power system to prevent interference from the electric grid. Keep the running position of the switch as far as possible from the grounding device of the power equipment or the anti-lightning grounding device. Keep the device away from high-power radio transmitters, radar transmitting station, and high-frequency large-current device. Take measures to isolate static electricity. 1.5.2 Laser Safety Among the modules supported by the FS switches, many optical transceivers are Class I laser products. Precautions: When an optical transceiver works, ensure that the port has been connected with a fiber or covered by a dust cap to keep out dust and prevent it from burning your eyes. Do not look into any optical port. Do not approach or stare at any fiber port under any circumstances, as this may cause permanent damage to your eyes. 1.6 Hardware Maintenance 1.6.1 Expansion Modules Maintenance In the event of a failure and the need to replace an expansion module, the expansion module must be installed and disassembled in accordance with the instructions for operation. 1.6.2 Cooling System Maintenance If a fan module fails, an alarm will be generated. Replace the faulty fan module. Tighten the captive screws. 1.6.3 Power Supply Maintenance When a power module is faulty, unplug the power cord, replace the power module, and plug the power cord again. 1.6.4 Replacing Lithium Battery The built-in lithium batteries can support the real time clock of the FS switches without external power supply. To replace lithium batteries, please contact FS technical support personnel. The technical support personnel will select lithium batteries of the same specifications for replacement. 1.6.5 Replacing Fuses To replace fuses, please contact FS technical support personnel. The technical support personnel will select fuses of the same specifications for replacement. 2 Environmental Requirements for Device Operation 2.1 Environmental Requirements for an Equipment Room Ensure that the installation environment complies with equipment specifications, including voltage, temperature, humidity, altitude, degree of pollution, overvoltage category, and waterproofing and dustproofing classification. Avoid flammable, explosive gas or smog environments. Keep the installation site free of acidic, alkaline or other corrosive gases. Keep the equipment away from sources of heat or fire, such as the electric heater, microwave oven, oven, water heater, fireplace, candle or other heat generators. Heat may cause the equipment to catch fire or its housing to melt. Do not obscure or cover running equipment with flammable materials such as paper or fabric. This hampers heat dissipation and can cause the equipment to catch fire or its housing to melt. This equipment (or system) must be installed or used in restricted areas. Do not block air vents when the equipment is running. Maintain air vents away from the wall or other objects as required in the operation guide. 2.2.1 Requirements for Selecting a Site for an Equipment Room Communication equipment should be in a good operating environment. When designing a project, consider the communication network planning and technical requirements of the equipment. Also consider hydrographic, geological, seismic, power supply, and transportation factors. Construction, structure, heating and ventilation, power supply, lighting and fire-proof construction of the equipment room should be designed by specialized construction designers to suit the environmental requirements of devices. The equipment room should also follow local regulations concerning the industrial construction, environmental protection, fire safety, and civil air defense. Construction must conform to government standards, regulations, and other requirements. The equipment room should be located in a place free from high temperature, dust, toxic gases, explosive materials, or unstable voltage. Keep the equipment room away from significant vibrations or loud noises, as well as power transformer stations. The specific requirements for selecting a site for an equipment room are as follows: The equipment room should be at least 5 km away from heavy pollution sources, such as the smelter works, coal mine, and thermal power plant. The equipment room should be at least 3.7 km away from medium pollution sources, such as the chemical factory, rubber factory, and electroplating factory. The equipment room should be at least 2 km away from light pollution sources, such as the food factory and leather plant. If these pollution sources are unavoidable, the equipment room should be located on the windward side of the pollution sources perennially with advanced protection. Do not build the equipment room in the proximity of livestock farms. Otherwise, the equipment room should be located on the windward side of the pollution source perennially. The previous livestock house or fertilizer warehouse couldn't be used as the equipment room. The equipment room should be away from the residential area. Otherwise, the equipment room should meet the construction standard in terms of noise. Keep the door and the window closed to make the equipment room sealed. The steel door is recommended for soundproofing. Make sure there are no cracks or holes on the wall and floor. If there are cable entries on the wall or window, take proper sealing measures. Ensure that the wall is flat, wear-resistant, and dust-free, which should be up to the standard for flame retarding, soundproofing, heat absorption, dust reduction, and electromagnetic shielding. Make sure that the air vents of the equipment room are away from the sewage pipe, septic tank, and sewage treatment tank. Keep the equipment room under positive pressure to prevent corrosive gas from entering the equipment room to corrode components and PCBs. Keep the equipment room away from industrial boilers and heating boilers. The equipment room had better be on the second floor or above. Otherwise, the equipment room floor should be 600mm higher than the highest flood level ever recorded. The equipment room should be at least 3.7 km away from the sea or salt lake. Otherwise, the equipment room must be sealed, with air conditioner installed for temperature control. Saline soil can not be used for construction. Otherwise, you should select devices with advanced protection against severe environments. The equipment room should be firm enough to withstand severe weather conditions such as wind storms and heavy rain as well as away from dust. If dust is unavoidable, keep the door and window away from the pollution source. Keep the air conditioner from blowing wind straight toward the equipment or blowing water drops from the window or air vent toward the equipment. Sulfur-containing materials are forbidden. 2.1.2 Equipment Room Layout An equipment room usually contains mobile switching equipment, telecommunications equipment, power supply equipment, and other auxiliary equipment. To ensure easy maintenance and management, place the equipment in different rooms. Figure 2 shows the layout of the equipment room. Figure 2 Layout of the Equipment Room image.png The general layout principles of the equipment room are as follows: It should meet requirements for laying out and maintaining communication cables and power cables. It should reduce the cabling distance, which facilitates cable maintenance, reduces potential communication faults, and maximizes efficiency. 2.1.3 Construction Requirements for the Equipment Room Table 1 describes the construction requirements for the equipment room. Figure 3 Internal Partition Wall Inside the Equipment Room image.png 2.1.4 Equipment Room Environment Dust on devices may cause electrostatic discharge and result in poor contact for connectors or metal connection points. This problem can shorten the life span of devices and cause faults. The equipment room must be free from explosive, conductive, magnetically-permeable, and corrosive dust. Table 2 lists the requirement for dust concentration in the equipment room. Take the following measures to meet the requirements: Use dustproof materials for ground, wall, and ceiling construction. Use screens on the door and windows facing outside. The outer windows should be dust-proof. Clean the equipment room and clean devices' air filters monthly. Wear shoe covers and ESD clothing before entering the equipment room. 2.2 Requirements for Corrosive Gases The room should be free from dusts and corrosive gases, such as SO(2), H(2)S, and NH(3). Table 3 lists the requirements for the corrosive gas concentration. Take the following measures to meet the requirements: Avoid constructing a room near a place where the corrosive gas concentration is high, such as a chemical plant. Ensure the air intake vent of the room is in the prevailing upwind direction from any pollution source. Place batteries in different rooms. A professional service should monitor the corrosive gas conditions regularly. 2.3 Requirements for ESD Prevention The absolute value of electrostatic voltage must be less than 1000V. Take the following measures to meet this requirement: Train operators about ESD prevention. Keep the correct humidity level in the equipment room to reduce the impact of static electricity. Lay out an ESD floor in equipment rooms. Wear ESD shoes and clothing before entering the equipment room. Use ESD tools, such as wrist straps, tweezers, and pullers. Ground all conductive materials in the room, including computer terminals. Use ESD worktables. Keep non-ESD materials (such as common bags, foam, and rubber) at least 30cm (11.81in.) away from boards and ESD-sensitive components. 2.4 Electromagnetism Requirements for the Equipment Room All interference sources, inside or outside the equipment room, can cause equipment problems with capacitive coupling, inductive coupling, electromagnetic wave radiation, and common impedance (including grounding system) coupling. Prevent interference using these approaches: Take effective measures against electrical interference from the power supply system. Do not use the working ground of the equipment as the same ground for surge protection. Separate them as far as possible. Keep the equipment far away from high-power radio transmitters, radar units, and high-frequency and high-current equipment. Use electromagnetic shielding if necessary. 2.5 Requirements for Lightning Proof Grounding Table 4 lists the requirements for lightning proof grounding.

2025-07-07 - Product overview The FS N8560-48BC 25GbE Ethernet switch is ideal for medium to large data centers and cloud computing services with higher performance, low latency, zero packet loss, non-blocking features. This data center switch is a high-density ToR switch in a compact 1U form factor with full 48 10/25GbE line rates and 8 40/100GbE ports, meeting the needs of the growing demands of data center environments. N8560-48BC layer 3 switch optimizes the flexibility, efficiency and reliability of the data center network. It features industry-leading Broadcom chips, redundant hot-swappable power supplies and fans, PFC, ECN technology, EVPN, VXLAN, MLAG, etc. for scalable and flexible data center leaf-spine. The N8560-32C provides line-rate L3 switching across the 32x QSFP28 ports, and each QSFP28 port can be configured as 40/100GbE, or as 4x 10/25GbE or 2x 50GbE via breakout cables. The compact 1U switch can be deployed as a top-of-rack (ToR) switch supporting 10/25GbE to servers with 40/50/100GbE, or as a spine switch supporting 40/50/100GbE spine interconnects. N8560-32C supports PFC, DCBX and ECN to deliver low-latency, zero packet loss, non-blocking lossless Ethernet, VXLAN, EVPN for virtual network expansion, and supports features like GR, BFD mechanisms to ensure normal operation when the network bears abundant services and heavy traffic. The N8560-64C 64-port 100GbE data center switch provides line-rate L3 switching across the 64x QSFP28 ports, and each QSFP28 port can be configured as 40/100GbE, or as 4x 25GbE or 4x 10GbE via breakout cables. The compact 2U switch can be deployed as a top-of-rack (ToR) switch supporting 10/25GbE to servers with 40/100GbE, or as a spine switch supporting 40/100GbE spine interconnects. This switch supports PFC, DCBX and ECN to deliver low-latency, zero packet loss, non-blocking lossless Ethernet, and supports features like GR, BFD mechanisms to ensure normal operation when the network bears abundant services and heavy traffic. FS N8560-64C is a new generation high density 100GbE switch designed for cloud data center. Product highlights Support Ansible, OpenFlow, NETCONF, etc. Configuration and Automation Tools Flexible 10/25/40/100GbE Interface Speeds, Support Stacking (Only for N8560-48BC and N8560-64C Switch) Flexible 10/25/40/50/100GbE Interface Speeds, Support Stacking (Only for N8560-32C Switch) Support MLAG, BGP4/BGP4+, EVPN-VXLAN, RoCEv2, REUP, GR, BFD (Only for N8560-48BC and N8560-32C Switch) Support MLAG, BGP4/BGP4+, REUP, GR, BFD (Only for N8560-64C Switch) Enable RDMA over Converged Ethernet Lossless (with PFC and ECN) 1+1 Hot-swappable AC or DC Power Supplies, 3+1 Smart Fans with Front-to-Back Airflow or Back-to-Front Airflow (Only for N8560-48BC Switch) 1+1 Hot-swappable AC or DC Power Supplies, 4+1 Smart Fans with Front-to-Back Airflow or Back-to-Front Airflow (Only for N8560-32C Switch) 1+1 Hot-swappable AC or DC Power Supplies, 2+1 Smart Fans (Only for N8560-64C Switch) Support SPAN/RSPAN/ERSPAN and In-band Network Telemetry (INT) for Visibility Support ACL, RADIUS, TACACS+, DHCP Snooping, etc. for Security Support SNMP v1/v2c/v3, CLI, Telnet, SSH, STP, RSTP, MSTP Platform details Platform benefits Software requirements Product specifications Quality certification At FS, our Quality Commitment lies in all aspects of processes, resources, and methods that enable us to build superior networks for our customers. Through a quality policy focusing on continuous improvement of products and services, we're able to achieve the highest levels of satisfaction for our customers. To that end, every FS employee is accountable for contributing to the value of the products and services we deliver. Figures 4 shows some of the authoritative certifications obtained by FS N8560 Series Switches. Optics supported For details about the optical modules available, visit： N8560-48BC: Transceivers DACs and AOCs Supported on N8560-48BC Switch N8560-32C: Transceivers DACs and AOCs Supported on N8560-32CSwitch N8560-64C: Transceivers DACs and AOCs Supported on N8560-64C Switch Warranty, service and support FS N8560 Series Switches enjoy 5 years limited warranty against defects in materials or workmanship. For more information for FS Returns & Refunds policy, visit https://www.fs.com/policies/warranty.html or https://www.fs.com/policies/day_return_policy.html • FS provides a personal account manager, free professional technical support, and 24/7 live customer service to each customer.support.html • Professional Lab: Test each product with the latest and advanced networking equipment. • Free Technical Support: Provide free & tailored solutions and services for your businesses. • 80% Same-day Shipping: Immediate shipping for in-stock items. • Fast Response: Direct and immediate assistance from an expert. For more information, visit https://www.fs.com/service/fs_support.html Ordering information Additional information For more information about the N8560 Series Switches, contact your account manager or visit https://www.fs.com/search_result?keyword=N8560 Document history

PicOS® vs. FSOS Operating System Comparison

2025-07-02 - PicOS® vs. FSOS Operating System Comparison Document overview This document aims to comprehensively compare PicOS® and FSOS software, highlighting their respective advantages. By examining the positioning and functionality of both software systems, we will summarize the strengths of PicOS® and FSOS across different dimensions and explore their unique features. A thorough understanding of these two software options will help users select the operating system that best meets their needs. Software positioning PicOS® provides the Ampcon™ unified management platform to simplify the network management process, and also provides PicOS-V, which can preview and test all the functions of PicOS® at zero cost. At the same time, it excels in performance stability and support services, providing a reliable solution for traditional enterprise networks and data center environments. FSOS delivers a comprehensive network operating system that supports advanced features such as stacking technology and IGMP Snooping, significantly enhancing network flexibility and scalability. This solution is ideal for enterprise networks that prioritize stability, ease of use, and simple management, particularly those requiring rapid deployment in small-scale environments. Dimensions PicOS® FSOS Operating System 1. PicOS® is a versatile network operating system that supports a variety of commercial chipsets and network hardware. 2. It offers robust customization options, including scripting, API integration, and advanced configurations, allowing for flexible solutions tailored to specific needs. 1. FSOS is specifically designed for FS brand devices, offering optimal compatibility and performance by fully leveraging FS hardware features. 2. It provides a certain degree of customization, primarily focused on basic configuration and module selection, making it ideal for standardized application scenarios. Management Platform 1. Centralized management through the AmpCon™ platform enables automated configuration and operation, significantly improving efficiency. 2. The core features of AmpCon™-DC/Campus enhance the flexibility of real-time monitoring and alarm management, improve the visualization and customization of network topology. ZTP: Simplifies deployment with low-cost ZTP configuration, accelerating setup and reducing delivery time. Topology: Visualizes network structure and device status in real-time, automatically mapping connections and device health. Telemetry: Collects device performance data for monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization. Ansible Playbook: Automates configuration, maintenance, and fault recovery, enhancing bulk device management and operational efficiency. 1. FSOS is typically used in conjunction with Airware cloud-based scalable network platform and some FSOS product can be centrally managed by it. Start Trial for Free. Centralized Visibility and Control, 24/7 Anywhere Manage. Streamlined Configuration and Deployment, Improve IT Agility and Efficiency. AI-Powered Troubleshooting and Optimization. Access Security, MD5 Encrypted Storage, etc. Guarantee Data and Privacy Security. Easily Manage Switches, Access Points, Controllers. Application Scenarios Suitable for data center and campus/enterprise networks, cloud service providers, development and testing environments, SDN scenarios, and multi-branch interconnection applications. Suitable for campus/enterprise networks, data centers, branch offices, and other application scenarios. Virtualization and Emulator Support 1. PicOS-V is a free virtual machine (VM) that enables you preview and test all the features of PicOS® at your own pace with zero cost. Always free with no license and hardware required. Prototype network operations before committing. Test features with no risk - L2, L3 & upgrade. Get up and running quickly on your computer. Run on VMware, GNS3 and VirtualBox hypervisors. Simulate PicOS® switches and validate configuration of PicOS®. Test the technology at zero cost with deployment guide & documentation. / High Availability 1. MLAG: Enhances reliability with device-level link redundancy and load balancing via link aggregation across two switches. When combined with Active-Active VRRP, it ensures a high-availability, high-performance, low-latency network with load balancing. 2. Future Features: In the future, PicOS® will introduce stacking, as well as enhanced features like MPLS L3VPN, EVPN VXLAN, and MACsec, further improving network performance, scalability, and security. 1. MLAG: Implements device-level link redundancy and load balancing through link aggregation across two switches, enhancing the reliability and availability of the switches. 2. Stacking: Manages multiple switches as a single logical device, expanding network capacity and increasing network reliability. 3. MPLS LSP, LDP, L3VPN, and L2VPN: Enables traffic engineering, bandwidth optimization, and flexible customer isolation while supporting large-scale, efficient, and secure multi-tenant services. Security protocols Supports NAC, port security, CoPP, IPv4SG, IPv6SG, DHCPv6 Guard, etc., effectively preventing unauthorized devices from accessing the network and controlling network traffic to prevent attacks. Widely used in enterprise, data center, and service provider networks. Some products (S5850 series) support MACsec, which encrypts data at the link layer to ensure data is protected from eavesdropping, tampering, and forgery during transmission, enhancing network security. Suitable for financial, government, and healthcare sectors, it improves network reliability and stability. High-performance AI Network Features Suitable for switches with 100G and above speeds in data centers Supports PFC, PFC Watchdog, ECN, and DLB for ensuring the real-time performance and stability essential for AI applications. These features work together to optimize traffic flow, prevent congestion, and maintain reliable service, making it ideal for AI environments. Some product series support features such as PFC, PFC Watchdog, ECN, and DLB, enhancing network performance and stability for demanding applications. Software Updates and Lifecycle Regular stable version updates, including security patches, new features, and optimizations, are released according to a clear schedule, with a manageable update cycle and maintenance versions that allow for quick resolution of urgent customer issues. When there is customer demand or a critical bug, a new version will be released. Support and Services For both PicOS® and FSOS software devices, FS provides professional localized service teams and online operational support: 1. Localized Service Team: FS offers comprehensive local services, ensuring professional support during on-site surveys, installation, troubleshooting, and upgrades, which enhances deployment and operational efficiency. 2. Online Operational Support: FS delivers rapid response to customer needs through remote technical support and detailed technical documentation, resolving most technical issues, minimizing system downtime, and ensuring network stability. Software function Network Management Software PicOS® FSOS Feature Based on the Linux system, it supports automation tools such as Ansible and Chef, making it suitable for advanced users familiar with Linux command lines. The PicOS® series supports AmpCon™ and CLI. The S5860 and S5810 PicOS® series support WEB. Supports multiple management methods including WEB GUI , SNMP, and CLI, making it suitable for general network administrators. Some FSOS products can be centrally managed by Airware. Feature Support Primary Specifications Secondary Specifications PicOS® FSOS S5810/S5860 S5850 N5860 N8560 NC8200 System Management Hardware Management of System FAN and PSU Y Y Y Y Y Y Syslog Management Y Y Y Y Y Y Boot Diagnose Y Y Y Y Y Y Recover Default Configuration and Password Y Y Y Y Y Y Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) Y Y Y Y Y Y System File Management Y Y Y Y Y Y User Management Y Y Y Y Y Y Support to Configure Login Methods Y Y Y Y Y Y System Time Management: Manual Method, NTP Y Support NTP Support NTP Support NTP Support NTP Support NTP Domain Name System (DNS) Y Y Y Y Y Y Layer 2 Switching Configuration Ethernet Ports Management Configuration Y Y Y Y Y Y MAC Configuration Y Y Y Y Y Y Static Link Aggregation (LAG) Configuration Y Y Y Y Y Y Port Access Mode Y N Y Y Y Y VLAN Y Y Y Y Y Y VLAN Mapping Y Y Y Y Y Y VLAN Registration Y Y N Y Y Y Private VLAN Y Y Y Y Y Y Voice VLAN Y Y Y Y Y Y Spanning Tree Protocol Y Y Y Y Y Y BPDU Tunneling Y Y N Y Y Y Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS) Y Y Y N N N Unidirectional Link Detection (UDLD) Y Y Y N N N Loopback Detection Y Y Y Y Y Y IP Service Configuration Guide IPv4 Basic Configuration Y Y Y Y Y Y ARP Y Y Y Y Y Y Dynamic ARP Inspection(DAI) Y Y Y N N N Proxy ARP Y Y Y Y Y Y Static ARP Y Y Y Y Y Y DHCP Y Y Y Y Y Y DHCP Relay Agent Y Y Y Y Y Y DHCP Server Y Y Y Y Y Y DHCP Snooping Y Y Y Y N N Equal-Cost Multipath Routing (ECMP) Y Y Y Y Y Y VRF Y Y Y Y Y Y IPv6 Y Y Y Y Y Y IP Routing Configuration IP Addressing Y Y Y Y Y Y Static Routing Y Y Y Y Y Y RIP Y Y Y Y Y Y RIPng Y Y Y Y Y Y OSPF Y Y Y Y Y Y OSPFv3 Y Y Y Y Y Y IPV4/IPv6 BGP Y Y Y Y Y Y IS-IS Y Y Y Y Y Y Precision-time Protocol(PTP) N N N N N N Route Map Y Y Y Y Y Y PBR (Policy-Based Routing) Y Y Y Y Y Y Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP) Y Y Y Y Y Y Multicas Configuration IGMP Y Y Y Y Y Y Multicast Listener Discovery (MLD) N Y Y Y Y Y MLD Snooping N Y Y Y Y Y PIM Y Y Y Y Y Y MSDP Y Y Y Y Y Y Multicast Routing Y Y Y Y Y Y Multicast VLAN Y Y N Y Y Y IGMP Snooping Y Y Y Y Y Y VPN Generic Routing Encapsulation Protocol (GRE) Y Y Y Y Y Y VXLAN VXLAN Y Will support in the future Y Y Y Y EVPN Y N Y Y Y Y High Availability Stacking/VSU (Virtual Switching Unit) N Y N Y Y Y MLAG Y Y Y Y Y Y BFD Y Y Y Y Y Y Uplink Failure Detection (UFD) Y N N N N N Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) Y Y Y Y Y Y EFM OAM Y N Y N N N MPLS L3VPN N Some models support Y N N N Lossless Network PFC, Priority Flow Control Y N Y Y Y Y PFC Wachdog Y N N Y Y Y ECN, Explicit Congestion Notification Y N Y Y Y Y DLB, Dynamic Load Balancing Y N Y N N N Security AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting) Y Y Y Y Y Y NAC Y Y N N N N ACL Y Y Y Y Y Y Port Security Y Y Y N N N CoPP Y Y Y N N N Media Access Control Security (MACsec) N N Y N N N IPv4SG (IPv4 Source Guard) Y Y Y N N N IPv6SG (IPv6 Source Guard) Y Y Y N N N DHCPv6 Guard Y N N N N N QoS Service Configuration Queue scheduler Y Y Y Y Y Y Traffic policing Y Y Y Y Y Y Congestion management :WRED Y Y Y Y Y Y Congestion avoidance : ECN Y Y Y N N N Network Management and Monitoring SNMP Y Y Y Y Y Y RESTCONF Y N N N N N Remote Network Monitoring (RMON) Y Y Y Y Y Y NETCONF Y N N Y Y Y LLDP Y Y Y Y Y Y POE Y Y Y N N N Mirror Configuration Y Y Y Y Y Y Switch Environment Monitor Y Y Y Y Y Y Packet Capture Y Y Y Y Y Y Telemetry Protocol Y N N Y Y Y SDN Y N N Y Y Y sFlow Y Y Y Y Y Y Online resource PicOS® Enterprise Switches PicOS® Data Center Switches AmpCon™-Campus Platform AmpCon™-DC Platform

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FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Software Image for N5860-48SC and N8560-48BC and N8560-64C and NC8200-4TD Switches

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FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Release Notes for N5860-48SC and N8560-48BC and N8560-64C and NC8200-4TD Switches

2025-04-14 - FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Release Notes for N5860-48SC and N8560-48BC and N8560-64C and NC8200-4TD Switches Version Information Version Number N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Products N5860-48SC、N8560-48BC、N8560-64C、NC8200-4TD Version Type Official Version Applicable Customers Data Center Customers Release Date 2025-01-22 Baseline Version N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 Use the show version command to view the version number, an example is as follows: FS#show version detail System description : FS Data Center Switch(N5860-48SC) By FS.COM Inc System start time : 2025-01-07 06:01:00 System uptime : 0:01:28:17 System hardware version : 2.00 System software version : N5860_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 System patch number : NA System software number : M21382301012025 System serial number : 1234943260073 System boot version : 1.3.44(Master) 1.3.44(Slave) System rboot version : 1.2.13 System core version : 5.4.241-Cavium-Octeon+ System cpu partition : 3 Module information: Slot 0 : N5860-48SC System uptime : 0:01:28:17 Hardware version : 2.00 Boot version : 1.3.44(Master) 1.3.44(Slave) Rboot version : 1.2.13 Software version : N5860_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Software number : M21382301012025 Serial number : 1234943260073 FS#show version detail System description : FS Data Center Switch(N8560-64C) By FS.COM Inc System start time : 2025-01-07 14:52:59 System uptime : 0:00:36:32 System hardware version : 1.00 System software version : N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 System patch number : NA System software number : M21382301012025 System serial number : G1MS20N00006B System boot version : 1.3.36(Master) 1.3.36(Slave) System rboot version : 1.2.15 System core version : 5.4.241-Cavium-Octeon+ System cpu partition : 3 Module information: Slot 0 : N8560-64C System uptime : 0:00:36:32 Hardware version : 1.00 Boot version : 1.3.36(Master) 1.3.36(Slave) Rboot version : 1.2.15 Software version : N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Software number : M21382301012025 Serial number : G1MS20N00006B FS#show version detail System description : FS Data Center Switch(NC8200-4TD) By FS.COM Inc System start time : 2025-01-07 15:11:14 System uptime : 0:00:18:57 System hardware version : 1.00 System software version : NC8200_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 System patch number : NA System software number : M21382301012025 System serial number : G1M80B7000321 System boot version : 1.3.45(Master) 1.3.45(Slave) System rboot version : 1.2.15 System core version : 5.4.241-Cavium-Octeon+ System cpu partition : 3 Module information: Slot 0 : NC8200-4TD System uptime : 0:00:18:57 Cpu 0: Hardware version : 1.00 Boot version : 1.3.45(Master) 1.3.45(Slave) Rboot version : 1.2.15 Software version : NC8200_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Software number : M21382301012025 Serial number : G1M80B7000321 Release History Release Date Version Type 2023-08-11 N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 Initial Official Release 2023-08-11 N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Official Release 2024-05-13 N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 Official Release New Features Feature Module Requirement Source (Optional) Feature Description First Supported Version BFD NA Supports BFD over MLAG functionality N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 FRR NA Supports ISIS ECMP FRR functionality N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 Local QoS value marking functionality NA Marks local QoS values at the ingress using MQC, allowing modifications such as DSCP marking, rate limiting, filtering, and statistics at the egress based on ingress information. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 ACL NA Adds support for matching ACL and printing packet features to CLI at ingress/egress. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Fault Isolation NA The FSUI component monitors the file system for read-only status and will reset the device for self-healing. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Storm suppression NA Supports storm control violation actions for multicast and broadcast PPS (packets per second) on violation ports. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 PBR v6 NA Supports policy-based routing to specify the next hop across VRFs. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Sloved Problems 12.5(1)B0508S10 Issue ID Problem Description Fixed Version 1154843 Resolve the issue where bulk creation of full-capacity ECMP groups (the current available ECMP group resource size can be viewed using show route-res usage all) and continuous shutdown/no shutdown of ECMP member ports lead to continuous ECMP group resource allocation, which may result in high SDA memory usage. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 1290111 Resolve the issue where shutting down the MLAG downstream port and hitting the VXLAN MAC exit causes unicast traffic of the shutdown VAP to fail forwarding. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 1290112 Resolve the issue where changes in the ECMP routing exit or enabling/disabling elastic hashing causes ECMP route disruption. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 1290116 Resolve the issue where upgrading business process function patches may occasionally fail to uninstall the patch, resulting in the error message "Remove package error!" due to the temporary creation of a thread that exits. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 1197591 Resolve the issue where authentication fails when using the ED25519 public key algorithm for SSH. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 12.5(1)B0508 Issue ID Problem Description Fixed Version 1154843 Resolve the issue where NETCONF fails to transcode when the device contains illegal characters. In this case, NETCONF skips transcoding and sends the data directly to the controller, which causes a disconnection and reconnection. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1109939 Supports enabling and disabling the gRPC server functionality through configuration commands. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1126197 Resolve the occasional BFD protocol flapping issue in VXLAN scenarios when there is a high volume of VXLAN broadcast traffic. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 12.5(1)B0506 Issue ID Problem Description Fixed Version 1040164 Unable to view PS information - TIPC link down, and syslog does not print any logs. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1039712 The order of the clock timezone configuration in the show running-config is inconsistent after upgrading from 11X to 12X. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1018363 The DHCPv6 client obtains an IPv6 address with a 64-bit prefix from the server. If the gateway prefix is not 64 bits, the device generates a default route. This can cause communication issues across different subnets. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1017825 At the customer's site, the integration of Arista multi-level MLAG and VSTP does not support configuring the revision. Otherwise, it may cause the two devices to send BPDU packets with different cost values. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1036352 Under PBR traffic, the statistics from show ip pbr statistics / show ipv6 pbr statistics command return 0. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Known Issues Bug ID Issue Description Workaround First Detected Version 1050908 In the ZAM zero-configuration startup scenario, if the customer's script contains issues (unable to correctly configure "no ip address"), the lease on the DHCP server may remain after a reboot. The issue can be resolved by correctly revising the script. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1108966 On devices with the patch already installed, performing the ZAM process will not allow the installation of a new patch without first uninstalling the old patch. The ZAM process should be performed after uninstalling the patch. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1103759 When using Checkpoint to back up and rollback configurations, if several of the 6 configured IPFIX entries are deleted and then restored, the order of the restored configuration may differ from the original. There is no workaround, and only the order is different. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1037893 When integrating with a partner's IPSec algorithm, some algorithms may fail to establish encryption and decryption interoperability. The command/configuration manual has listed the IPSec encryption algorithms that are supported for integration with the partner. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1051233 In a high-capacity BGP environment, when the BGP message rate exceeds the default CPP threshold (3000 pps), CPP packet loss occurs, leading to BGP instability. In a high-capacity BGP scenario, increasing the BGP CPP threshold can help avoid this issue. It is recommended to set it to the maximum value. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1096015 In an MLAG+VSTP scenario, restarting the MSTP process may cause temporary packet loss. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1042361 When using Checkpoint to back up configurations and perform a rollback to restore a Layer 2 port to a Layer 3 port, the configuration may fail to restore. The configuration that was not restored will prompt the user, requiring manual restoration. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1090243 During the one-click VSU upgrade process using the upgrade auto command, if the standby unit is rebooting and the syslog shows "VSU-5-DTM_AUTO_UPGRADE: Upgrading the system, wait a moment please," manually executing a new upgrade command will cause the one-click upgrade to fail. When the upgrade auto command is used to perform a one-click VSU upgrade, and the standby unit is still in the reboot process, with the VSU upgrade not yet complete and log messages indicating the upgrade is still in progress, do not execute a new upgrade command. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1138568 When the FP resources are at full capacity, enabling the VXLAN-QoS feature while exceeding the FP capacity limit will generate a syslog message. The configuration will not roll back. After exceeding the capacity limit, a syslog message will be printed, indicating the need to delete some FP rules. The configuration will not roll back automatically. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1108385 In a full capacity scenario, the idle FP reserved slice resources cannot be used by the ACL. When the TCAM resources are full, delete other unused configurations to release resources. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1048968 When using TFTP to transfer and specify the USB path, if the USB drive is removed, the configuration will not roll back. Continuing the transfer at this point will fail. When using TFTP with the USB path, if the USB drive is removed, you will need to re-specify the TFTP path. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1162266 When two devices are grouped in MLAG with a non-direct VAP, executing vap shut/no shut and pl shut/no shut will cause a brief burst of multiple packets on the devices. It is not recommended to configure a non-direct VAP. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1135051 In 11.x, the default load balancing mode is src-dst-mac, while in 12.x, it is the enhanced load balancing mode. If the enhanced load balancing is configured in 11.x and the system is upgraded to 12.x, the show running-config command will not display the enhanced load balancing configuration (as the default configuration will not be shown). - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1077447 The GTSM feature is not supported for Link-local neighbors, although the command is still present. In this version, the configuration for GTSM will be disabled. If there was a previous configuration for GTSM on Link-local neighbors, it will be lost after the upgrade, but the functionality will not be affected. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508 1039201 [11.X to 12.X Upgrade/Downgrade] In the 11.X upgrade, the configuration order for MTU forwarding 9000 has changed. The implementation in 12.x is more reasonable. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1039202 [11.X to 12.X Upgrade/Downgrade] In the 11.X upgrade, the configuration order related to AAA has changed. In 11.x, the RADIUS server group is attached to the PARSE_ADD_CFG_TOP_CMD node in the CLI, and the global server configuration is attached to the PARSE_ADD_CFG_CMD node. Commands under the TOP node are applied first, so during configuration loading, the server group configuration is applied before the global server configuration. In practice, the configuration under the server group depends on the global server configuration. If the server group is configured before the global server, a log will prompt that the global server must be configured. This causes a warning log during boot-time configuration loading. Once the global server is configured, the functionality works as expected. In the initial version of 12.x, the server group is attached to the PARSE_ADD_CFG_CMD node, and the global server configuration is attached to the PARSE_ADD_CFG_TOP_CMD node. This resolves the boot-time warning log issue. There is no functional difference, and the implementation in 12.x is more reasonable. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 1036119 [11.X to 12.X Upgrade/Downgrade] After upgrading from 11.X, the default Layer 3 MTU under an interface equals the link-layer MTU. When the link-layer MTU is modified, the default Layer 3 MTU changes accordingly. When mtu 4000, ip mtu 4000, and ipv6 mtu 4000 are configured simultaneously under an interface, the show running-config output differs between 11.X and 12.X. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 981320 The device does not support link-local addresses other than FE80:0:0:0. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0506 Unsupported Line Cards The NC8200-4TD does not support the NC8200-16 module. 964728 After three consecutive login failures, the account will be automatically locked, and the IP will be prevented from logging in again for 10 minutes. Do not exceed three consecutive failures, or wait 10 minutes after a failure. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 920024 Changes in default behavior for management protocols: Telnet is disabled by default. SNMP is disabled by default; when enabled, SNMPv3 is supported by default (SNMPv1 and SNMPv2 are not supported by default and need to be manually enabled). Password strings are encrypted by default. Strong password check is enabled by default. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 Default Behavior Change Changes in default behavior after upgrading from 11.X to 12.X: QOS configuration: qos-queue compatible enable //12.X's default value depends on whether the capability is 0 to 7 or 1 to 8. AAA configuration: aaa slave-login allow //12.X's backup login functionality has changed. The console port on the backup device now logs into the primary device. This command is now obsolete. Disable visualization: no visual path detection enable //12.X does not support PFV. Key encryption: service password-encryption // Security policy: This configuration will be displayed whether it is explicitly set or not. Disable telnet login service: no enable service telnet-server // Telnet is disabled by default, as per network device security policies. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 916174 The CPP command output order in 11.X follows the configuration order, while in 12.X, it follows dictionary order, resulting in inconsistent sorting. External Interface Change Notice: The current CPP configuration display in 12.X is an optimization over 11.X, and no workaround is needed. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 837022 By default, the dh_group_exchange_sha1 key exchange algorithm is not supported. The algorithm can be supported by configuring it with the ip ssh-server key-exchange dh_group_exchange_sha1 command. However, this algorithm does not comply with national standards and is not recommended for use. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 916400 In 12.X, the libproxy-cli module commands from 11.X have been split into different modules. As a result, it is not possible to guarantee the same command order across modules as in 11.X. External Interface Change Notice, involving command scope: EFMP: config ecmp cluster enable LSM: 1）config mtu forwarding <64-9216> 2）interface posit-lamp enable TCPIP: config arp-passby optimization enable dcn_app_intf: interface transceiver xxx ptm_cli: 1）interface mac-loopback 2）interface mac-loopback remove-itag N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 909474 The value range for BGP commands has been changed to align with BFD. If a user upgrades from 11.X to 12.X, it may result in configuration loss. External Interface Change Notice. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 847744 When the device is configured with TCAM mode, downgrading from 12.X to 11.X requires the device to restart once for the TCAM mode to take effect. An additional restart will make it effective. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 845454 After the SDK upgrade, FP does not support matching the packet fragment ID. External Interface Change Notice: [Product Difference] Due to the limitation of SDK 6.5.18 after the upgrade, IFA and IPID are not supported, and FP does not support matching the packet fragment ID. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 853495 CPP Protocol Difference – SDN Protocol Compatibility Issues Between 11.X and 12.X Upgrades/Downgrades 11xSdn Sdn_of_fetch Sdn_of_copy Sdn_of_trap12X merged into trap display N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 853344 CPP Protocol Difference – BFD Protocol Compatibility Issues Between 11.X and 12.X Upgrades/Downgrades In 11.X, show cpu protect displays bfd, micro-bfd, and micro-bfd-v6; in 12.X, it only displays bfd. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 853497 CPP Protocol Differences: MPLS Compatibility Between 11.X and 12.X [Product Difference] 12.x introduces a separate IPv6 type due to chip-level distinction (e.g., JR). 11.x JR-based devices also differentiate between IPv4 and IPv6. N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 918437 [Product Difference] When upgrading directly from 11.x to 12.x, static MAC configurations for VXLAN become disordered. - N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0505 Compatibility Notes Hardware Support Notes The following are the hardware models and version numbers supported by this version. Hardware Type Hardware Model Hardware Version Number Description (Optional) Switch N8560-48BC 1.x Host Switch NC8200-4TD 1.x Host Switch N5860-48SC 1.x Host Switch N8560-64C 1.x Host Expansion Card NC8200-8C 1.x Expansion Card Expansion Card NC8200-24BC 1.x Expansion Card Power Supply GW-CRPS550N2C 1.x The AC power supply model for N8560-48BC and N5860-48SC. Power Supply U1A-D10550-DRB-Z 1.x The DC power supply model for N8560-48BC and N5860-48SC. Power Supply U1D-D10800-DRB 1.x The DC 800W power supply model for the N8560-48BC, N5860-48SC, and N8560-64C. Power Supply GW-CRPS550N2RC 1.x The AC power supply model for the N5860-48BC and N5860-48SC, Front-to-Back. Power Supply GW-CRPS800N2C 1.x NC8200-4TD、N8560-64C 800W Fan AFM-NC4TD-FB 1.x NC8200-4TD Front-to-Back airflow fan module. Fan AFM-N48SC-FB 1.x, Fan model for N5860-48SC and N8560-48BC, Front-to-Back Fan M1EFAN IV-R 1.x Fan model for N5860-48SC、N5860-48BC, Back-to-Front Fan AFM-N64C-FB 1.x Fan model for N8560-64C, Front-to-Back Upgrade Instructions Upgrade File File Name N8560_FSOS12.5(1)B0508S10_install.bin File Description System Installation Package (For 12.x Upgrade Only) File Size 148,390,603 bytes Applicable Products N8560-48BC、NC8200-4TD、N5860-48SC、N8560-64C MD5 Value f38ab7ca39444710348b1d0eb13c7135 Software Version N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Upgrade Requirements (Upgrade Notes) 5.2.1. Pre-upgrade Checks Perform the following checks before upgrading to help prevent upgrade failures: If service interruptions are allowed during the upgrade, it is recommended to stop any unrelated services to improve the reliability of the upgrade. Check memory and CPU utilization. Avoid upgrading when CPU utilization is high (e.g., above 80%) or memory usage is high (e.g., above 70%). Upgrading under such conditions may lead to system instability, resulting in transmission or upgrade failures. Prepare a rollback package. If you need to prevent issues such as system malfunctions (e.g., trial versions) after the upgrade, and the selected upgrade method does not support rollback, you should prepare the upgrade package of the previous version in advance. Check the validity of the upgrade package. Compare the actual MD5 of the current upgrade package with the one listed in the release notes, or verify if the upgrade package type matches the device that is being upgraded. The installation package dedicated to upgrading from 11.x, (upgrade_from_11.x)N8560_FSOS12.5(1)B0508_install.bin, will cause a restart during the upgrade process. After the restart, the device will begin automatically upgrading to 12.x. During this process, ensure there is no power interruption or restart, and refrain from performing any other operations until the device automatically restarts and enters the 12.x CLI interface. During the upgrade or downgrade process, please pay close attention to the output prompts. If any failure occurs, save the log information and contact our technical support. During the upgrade or downgrade process, you may encounter prompts indicating that a restart is not allowed. If such prompts appear, please do not power off, reset the system, or unplug any modules. During the upgrade or downgrade process, please pay close attention to the output prompt information. If a failure occurs, save the log information and contact our technical support. During the upgrade or downgrade process, you may encounter prompts indicating that a restart is not allowed. If such a prompt appears, do not power off, reset the system, or remove/insert any modules. During the upgrade process, ensure that you do not power off, restart, or perform any other actions until the system automatically reboots to the 12.X CLI interface (estimated time: around 1h 30mins, depending on the actual situation). Failure to do so may result in upgrade failure or device malfunction. Before downgrading from 12.x to 11.x, if the device has a configured password, please remove the password or delete the configuration before downgrading. Otherwise, issues may occur after downgrading (as 11.x and 12.x handle password parsing differently), such as missing username configurations. After upgrading from 11.x to 12.x, the order of some configurations may change. During the downgrade process, ensure that the system is not powered off or rebooted, and avoid making any other operations. Once the version update is complete, enter the CLI interface. Do not perform any write operations while the system is in the intermediate version. After the upgrade or downgrade is complete, please run the "show version" command to check the current device version and confirm the success of the upgrade. 5.2.2. Upgrade Operation Instructions Upgrade via USB Drive Insert the USB drive into the device and use the upgrade command to complete the installation package upgrade. An example of the upgrade process is as follows: Hostname# upgrade usb0: /xxx/hulkos.bin Installation Package Local Upgrade Steps Under the condition that the network communication between the device and the PC is normal, use the copy oob_tftp command to transfer the installation package to the device, and then use the upgrade command to complete the installation package upgrade. Assuming the PC's address is 1.1.1.3, the upgrade example is as follows: FS# config FS(config)# interface mgmt 0 FS(config-if-Mgmt 0)# ip address 1.1.1.1/24 FS(i config-if-Mgmt 0)# end FS# copy oob_tftp://1.1.1.3/hulkos.bin flash:hulkos.bin FS# upgrade flash:hulkos.bin Network Upgrade Steps for Installation Package Ensure network connectivity between the device and the PC. Use the upgrade download oob_tftp command to complete the upgrade. Assuming the PC's IP address is 1.1.1.3, an upgrade example is as follows: FS# config FS(config)# interface mgmt 0 FS(config-if-Mgmt 0)# ip address 1.1.1.1/24 FS(config-if-Mgmt 0)# end FS# upgrade download oob_tftp://1.1.1.3/ hulkos.bin Upgrade Steps Under rboot Mode First, press Ctrl + C during bootup to enter rboot. Then, in the rboot menu, select Tftp utilities -> Upgrade main program to proceed with the upgrade. Connect the PC to the device’s MGMT port, set the device’s management IP address to 1.1.1.2. Assuming the PC’s address is 1.1.1.3, an upgrade example is as follows: ====== Rboot Menu (Ctrl+Z to upper level) ====== TOP menu items. ************************************************ 0. Tftp utilities. 1. X/Y/ZModem utilities. 2. Run main. 3. SetMac utilities. 4. Scattered utilities. ************************************************ Press a key to run the command: 0 ====== Rboot Menu (Ctrl+Z to upper level) ====== Tftp utilities. ************************************************ 0. Upgrade uboot/bios program. 1. Upgrade rboot program. 2. Upgrade main program. 3. Upgrade the entire device by distribute package. 4. Burn the total FlashROM by this downloaded file. ************************************************ Press a key to run the command: 2 Plz enter the Local IP [192.168.64.31]:1.1.1.2 Plz enter the Remote IP [192.168.64.1]:1.1.1.3 Plz enter the Filename [fsos.bin]:fsos.bin If the upgrade file is already stored locally, select X/Y/ZModem utilities -> Local utilities -> Upgrade main program in the rboot menu and enter the file path to proceed with the upgrade. ====== Rboot Menu (Ctrl+Z to upper level) ====== TOP menu items. ************************************************ 0. Tftp utilities. 1. X/Y/ZModem utilities. 2. Run main. 3. SetMac utilities. 4. Scattered utilities. ************************************************ Press a key to run the command: 1 ====== Rboot Menu (Ctrl+Z to upper level) ====== X/Y/ZModem utilities. ************************************************ 0. XModem utilities. 1. YModem utilities. 2. ZModem utilities. 3. Local utilities. ************************************************ Press a key to run the command: 3 ====== Rboot Menu (Ctrl+Z to upper level) ====== Local utilities. ************************************************ 0. Upgrade uboot program. 1. Upgrade rboot program. 2. Upgrade main program. 3. Upgrade the entire device by distribute package. 4. Burn the total FlashROM by this downloaded file. ************************************************ Press a key to run the command: 2 Plz enter the Filepath [fsos.bin]:/xxx/fsos.bin 5.2.3. Post-Upgrade Checklist After the upgrade, check the following system status items to verify whether the upgrade was successful: Verify upgrade success. In rboot, the upgrade status can be determined by checking the logs during the upgrade process. Plz enter the Filepath [fsos.bin]: /xxx/fsos.bin Checking file, keep power on and wait please ... Determined to upgrade? [Y/N]: y Rootfs found: rootfs.sqsh Uboot found: Rboot found: Extract package.... Mount rootfs file system ... Install rootfs files to Flash ... !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Install main success. Upgrade main(or uboot/rboot) finish. Success (or upgrade nothing due to version is same). For upgrades performed using the upgrade command, you can determine if the upgrade was successful by checking the logs during the upgrade process and using the show upgrade status command. FS#upgrade flash: fsos.bin < The terminal is locked by upgrade module > Upgrade start !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!10% < you can press Ctrl+C to unlock terminal > !!!!!!!!!!!!100% Upgrade success [Slot 0] Device type : N8560-48BC Status : success < The terminal is unlocked by upgrade module > FS#show upgrade status upgrade global status: INIT [Slot 0] Device type : N8560-48BC Status : success Verify New Version You can check the system's displayed version and upgrade status by using the show upgrade history and show upgrade status commands. The upgrade history can confirm the success of the upgrade by checking the upgrade time and package name. FS# show upgrade status upgrade global status: INIT [Slot 0] Device type : N8560-48BC Status : ready FS#show upgrade history Upgrade History Information: Time : 2000-01-04 18:38:37 Method : LOCAL Package Name : fsos-factory.bin Package Type : MAIN Time : 2019-09-25 10:35:04 Method : LOCAL Package Name : fsos.bin Package Type : MAIN Package Type: MAIN FS# show version detail …Refer to the version information in Chapter 1.… Supporting Documents Document Name Document Description Release Notes for N8560 Series Switch FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 Version This document (i.e., this article) provides a detailed introduction to the N8560_FSOS 12.5(1)B0508S10 version, including: version information, hardware support, feature support, known issues, version change logs, and upgrade instructions.

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