Thanks for replying Gary. It looks as though 'copy' is not a valid command for version 4.2(2). I used the write net command to copy my config to a tftp server, but how do I backup the ios and not the config? Also, I have only one activation key for version 5.1(4), isn't that all I need? Thanks, fartcatcher In article <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] ("Gary Crouch") wrote: >command is=20 > >copy tftp://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/filename flash > >just sub your tftp address for the xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx and the name you want = >the file called for filename > >besure to back up config as the upgrade wipes it out also copy down the = >Activation Key number you will need it if you lose it during the upgrade = >you will need to load each upgrade between 4.2 and 5.14 one at a time=20 >I just upgraded mine to 5.3(1) let me know if you need any help > >good luck > > >>>> fartcatcher <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 03/28/01 04:00PM >>> >Hello everyone, > >we're upgrading our PIX to 5.1.4 from 4.2 and I would like to know how = >copy >the ios to a tftp server as a backup. I have copied the config (write = >net...)=20 >but can't find out how to do the ios. > >Thank you >fartcatcher. > >_________________________________ >FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/c= >isco.html >Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >_________________________________ >FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: > http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html >Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] > _________________________________ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

