An administrator is replacing an IOM.
The failed IOM is in chassis 1 and was connected to FI-B.
The replacement IOM has an older version of software to the fabric interconnect.
Which description is the correct process to bring the replacement IOM into the environment?
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A. B. C. D. E.Explanation.
The correct answer to this question is B: Install the replacement IOM and connect a single cable. Perform a firmware update of IOM, then activate with the matching code for the fabric interconnect. Reacknowledge the chassis.
Explanation: In this scenario, the administrator is replacing a failed IOM that was connected to FI-B, which means that the chassis is still operational and only the IOM needs to be replaced. However, the replacement IOM has an older version of software compared to the fabric interconnect, which means that it needs to be updated before it can be activated.
The correct process to bring the replacement IOM into the environment is as follows:
Install the replacement IOM in chassis 1, where the failed IOM was located.
Connect a single cable from the new IOM to FI-B.
Perform a firmware update of the new IOM to match the version of the fabric interconnect.
Activate the new IOM with the matching code for the fabric interconnect.
Reacknowledge the chassis to ensure that all the components are correctly detected.
Option A is incorrect because it suggests decommissioning the entire chassis, which is not necessary in this scenario. Option C is also incorrect because it suggests downgrading the fabric interconnect, which is not recommended and could cause compatibility issues with other components in the system.
Option D is not the best approach because it suggests monitoring the software auto-upgrade using the show fex detail command, which is not the most reliable method for ensuring that the upgrade is complete. Additionally, it suggests connecting the remaining cables after the upgrade is complete, which could cause connectivity issues if the upgrade is not successful.
Option E is similar to option D and is not the best approach because it suggests monitoring the software auto-upgrade using the show fex detail command, which is not the most reliable method for ensuring that the upgrade is complete.
In summary, the correct process to bring the replacement IOM into the environment is to install the replacement IOM, perform a firmware update, activate the IOM with the matching code for the fabric interconnect, and reacknowledge the chassis to ensure that all the components are correctly detected.