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ProCurve Switch vl Modules
Resetting the Switch
Resetting the Switch
Reasons for Resetting the Switch
Generally, you only need to reset the switch when it needs to recognize a 
change in its hardware or software (console) configuration. Some 
circumstances in which you will need to reset the switch are:
■ Installing a module in a slot that was previously occupied by a different 
type of module—for example, installing a Gig-T vl Module in a slot that 
was previously used for a 10/100-TX vl Module—the switch must be reset 
after the new module is installed so the switch processor can properly 
initialize and configure the new module type.
Note When a module is exchanged for a different type, until the switch is reset 
the module will not operate, the Module Status LED for the slot will 
continue to flash, and all the LEDs on the module will stay on 
continuously.
■ Changing certain switch configuration parameters through the console 
interface. (In this case, the console provides indications when the switch 
must be reset for the configuration change to be activated.)
You do not need to reset the switch when:
■ Installing a module in a previously unused slot.
■ Replacing a module with the same type of module.
Methods of Resetting the Switch
You can reset the switch by any of these methods:
■ pressing the Reset button on the front of the switch
■ power cycling the switch (if both power supplies are being used, you will 
have to disconnect both power cords)
■ issuing the boot system command from the switch console CLI, or selecting 
the Reset or Boot option from the switch console menu, web browser 
interface, or ProCurve Manager