How do I backup the existing PIX ios 4.2 to a tftp server?

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...) but can't find out how to do the ios. Thank you fartcatcher. _ FAQ, list archives, and subsc

Re: How do I backup the existing PIX ios 4.2 to a tftp server?

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

Re: How do I backup the existing PIX ios 4.2 to a tftp server?

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

Re: How do I backup the existing PIX ios 4.2 to a tftp server?

there should be a floppy behind the plate that has the IOS on it. if you can't find it I'll send you a copy of mine my ohter pix is = cuurently 4.2 and I will be upgrading that next as soon as I get the 5.3 version stable. I had problems with the conduit command not work and had to create access =

Re: How do I backup the existing PIX ios 4.2 to a tftp server?

Thanks for the offer Gary. I managed to upgrade to 5.1(4) without any problems. It was very easy going. I will be upgrading again once version 6.? is out. We need it for vpn access from windows 2000 clients. Thanks again, fartcatcher. In article <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, [EMAIL PROTECTED] ("Gary C