Replacing Faulty FWSM module in Cluster

[csaravanan-sym]

Hi,

We have a faulty FWSM module in Cisco 6509 switch in Active/Standby cluster mode

We have purchased a refurbished FWSM module to replace it. It has the same FWSM OS 4.0 (4) and is in factory default configuration

What procedures should I follow to make this unit live and sync the config between the current active unit to this one.

Can one of you please explain me the steps and if an link to an article which explains this will be great

Thanks,

Chandru

[Ramraj Sivagnanam Sivajanam]

Hi Bro

Firstly, insert the newly purchased refurnished Cisco FWSM module into the slot, where the fault Cisco FWSM module was originally located. Second, paste into the configuration from the working unit to this newly purchased refurnished Cisco FWSM module. Note: Please do ensure under the failover commands, one side is primary and the other side is secondary. Lastly, issue the command show failover, to ensure the failover status i.e. NORMAL, is in good working condition.

I’ve done this countless times, you should do just fine. This is easy.

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/security/fwsm/fwsm32/configuration/guide/fail_f.html

Regards,

Ram