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Troubleshooting
Downloading New Switch Software
Downloading New Switch Software 
When product enhancements occur for the HP 2530 Switches, new software 
can be downloaded to the switch through several methods, for product 
enhancements and new features. For more information, see the Management 
and Configuration Guide.
The new switch software would be available on the HP Web site, 
www.hp.com/networking/support.
HP Customer Support Services
If you are still having trouble with your switch, Hewlett-Packard offers support 
24 hours a day, seven days a week through the use of a number of automated 
electronic services. The HP Web site, www.hp.com/networking/support also 
provides up-to-date support information.
Additionally, your HP-authorized network reseller can provide you with 
assistance, both with services that they offer and with services offered by HP.
Before Calling Support
Before calling your networking dealer or HP Support, to make the support 
process most efficient, you first should retrieve the following information:
Information Item Information Location
• product identification, including SFPs the front of the switch and on 
labels on the SFPs
• details about the switch’s status including the 
software (OS) version, a copy of the switch 
configuration, a copy of the switch Event Log, and a 
copy of the switch status and counters information
switch console: show tech 
command
• copy of your network topology map, including 
network addresses assigned to the relevant devices
your network records