Trying to load IOS 15.02 to my 3560-24TS-S but failed, pls help and advice

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I am new and are trying to load the IOS 15.02 (Mini req. is 128M Ram/ 32M Flash written on Cisco) into my 3560-24TS-S but failed, the spec on Cisco.com of the 3560-24TS-S is saying it comes with 128M Ram and 32M Flash, how ever i found that 2 of my 3560-24TS-S switches only comes with 128M Ram and 16M Flash, do any one know why is that ? and is there any chance i can still load IOS 15.x with only 16M Flash ?
Pls advice and see below, many things for the help !
below is the show ver of my swtich
R14_Switch#sh ver
Cisco IOS Software, C3560 Software (C3560-ADVIPSERVICESK9-M), Version 12.2(25)SEE2, RELEASE SOFTWARE (fc1)
Copyright (c) 1986-2006 by Cisco Systems, Inc.
Compiled Fri 28-Jul-06 12:34 by yenanh
Image text-base: 0x00003000, data-base: 0x012237D0
ROM: Bootstrap program is C3560 boot loader
BOOTLDR: C3560 Boot Loader (C3560-HBOOT-M) Version 12.2(25r)SEC, RELEASE SOFTWARE (fc4)
R14_Switch uptime is 12 minutes
System returned to ROM by power-on
System image file is "flash:c3560-advipservicesk9-mz.122-25.SEE2/c3560-advipservicesk9-mz.122-25.SEE2.bin"
This product contains cryptographic features and is subject to United
States and local country laws governing import, export, transfer and
use. Delivery of Cisco cryptographic products does not imply
third-party authority to import, export, distribute or use encryption.
Importers, exporters, distributors and users are responsible for
compliance with U.S. and local country laws. By using this product you
agree to comply with applicable laws and regulations. If you are unable
to comply with U.S. and local laws, return this product immediately.
A summary of U.S. laws governing Cisco cryptographic products may be found at:
Export Compliance Product Report Application
If you require further assistance please contact us by sending email to
[email protected].
cisco WS-C3560-24TS (PowerPC405) processor (revision D0) with 118784K/12280K bytes of memory.
Processor board ID CAT1037ZHGH
Last reset from power-on
1 Virtual Ethernet interface
24 FastEthernet interfaces
2 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
The password-recovery mechanism is enabled.
512K bytes of flash-simulated non-volatile configuration memory.
Base ethernet MAC Address : 00:19:55:E6:E8:00
Motherboard assembly number : 73-9897-06
Power supply part number : 341-0097-02
Motherboard serial number : CAT10365RZ4
Power supply serial number : DCA10324Y7J
Model revision number : D0
Motherboard revision number : A0
Model number : WS-C3560-24TS-S
System serial number : CAT1037ZHGH
Top Assembly Part Number : 800-26160-02
Top Assembly Revision Number : C0
Version ID : V02
CLEI Code Number : COMMG00ARB
Hardware Board Revision Number : 0x01
Switch Ports Model SW Version SW Image
* 1 26 WS-C3560-24TS 12.2(25)SEE2 C3560-ADVIPSERVICESK
Configuration register is 0xF
R14_Switch#
I am new and are trying to load the IOS 15.02 (Mini req. is 128M Ram/ 32M Flash written on Cisco) into my 3560-24TS-S but failed, the spec on Cisco.com of the 3560-24TS-S is saying it comes with 128M Ram and 32M Flash, how ever i found that 2 of my 3560-24TS-S switches only comes with 128M Ram and 16M Flash, do any one know why is that ? and is there any chance i can still load IOS 15.x with only 16M Flash ?
Pls advice and see below, many things for the help !
below is the show ver of my swtich
R14_Switch#sh ver
Cisco IOS Software, C3560 Software (C3560-ADVIPSERVICESK9-M), Version 12.2(25)SEE2, RELEASE SOFTWARE (fc1)
Copyright (c) 1986-2006 by Cisco Systems, Inc.
Compiled Fri 28-Jul-06 12:34 by yenanh
Image text-base: 0x00003000, data-base: 0x012237D0
ROM: Bootstrap program is C3560 boot loader
BOOTLDR: C3560 Boot Loader (C3560-HBOOT-M) Version 12.2(25r)SEC, RELEASE SOFTWARE (fc4)
R14_Switch uptime is 12 minutes
System returned to ROM by power-on
System image file is "flash:c3560-advipservicesk9-mz.122-25.SEE2/c3560-advipservicesk9-mz.122-25.SEE2.bin"
This product contains cryptographic features and is subject to United
States and local country laws governing import, export, transfer and
use. Delivery of Cisco cryptographic products does not imply
third-party authority to import, export, distribute or use encryption.
Importers, exporters, distributors and users are responsible for
compliance with U.S. and local country laws. By using this product you
agree to comply with applicable laws and regulations. If you are unable
to comply with U.S. and local laws, return this product immediately.
A summary of U.S. laws governing Cisco cryptographic products may be found at:
Export Compliance Product Report Application
If you require further assistance please contact us by sending email to
[email protected].
cisco WS-C3560-24TS (PowerPC405) processor (revision D0) with 118784K/12280K bytes of memory.
Processor board ID CAT1037ZHGH
Last reset from power-on
1 Virtual Ethernet interface
24 FastEthernet interfaces
2 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
The password-recovery mechanism is enabled.
512K bytes of flash-simulated non-volatile configuration memory.
Base ethernet MAC Address : 00:19:55:E6:E8:00
Motherboard assembly number : 73-9897-06
Power supply part number : 341-0097-02
Motherboard serial number : CAT10365RZ4
Power supply serial number : DCA10324Y7J
Model revision number : D0
Motherboard revision number : A0
Model number : WS-C3560-24TS-S
System serial number : CAT1037ZHGH
Top Assembly Part Number : 800-26160-02
Top Assembly Revision Number : C0
Version ID : V02
CLEI Code Number : COMMG00ARB
Hardware Board Revision Number : 0x01
Switch Ports Model SW Version SW Image
* 1 26 WS-C3560-24TS 12.2(25)SEE2 C3560-ADVIPSERVICESK
Configuration register is 0xF
R14_Switch#
Comments
3560-24TS-S only supports up to 12.2.
If you want a 3560 model supporting IOS 15.x, go with 3560-8/12PC-S, 3560g, or 3560v2 (Or obviously 3560x).
It seems that it unofficially supports 15. The image is meant to be universal. But it might be specific versions of IOS 15. The same RAM/Flash minimums apply, though.
It might be possible to boot from TFTP, but that would be pushing the limits, though.
again, my question is
1. on Cisco web , you will find by default 3560-24T-S comes with 128M/32M flash, but why my 3560-24TS only had 128M/16M ?
2. in my case, since IOS 15.X requires 128M Ram and 32M flash to run IOS 15.X, can i still or any way i can still load IOS 15.x on my 3560-24T-S switch ?
3. i saw alot of 3560-24TS selling on ebay are saying it runs IOS 15.X, does this mean Cisco had 2 versions of 3560-24TS , some was made with 128/16 that is me unlucky bought this and some was made 128/32 that are lucky and can run IOS 15.X ?
cool!
What was the solution?
now my 3560-24TS-S is running IOS 15.2.SE9, done.
And your original problem was probably caused by issues with the TFTP server software you were using.
Is that correct? I'm just thinking of the poor soul who finds this in Google in 5 years time, trying to fix a similar issue.
I would be that poor soul.
No....I guess that guy is me since it's 2020 now.
Trying to wrap my head around what is a good setup to build myself for practicing for CCNP security exams.
I think I want to purchase 1 3560-TS-S, and then just upgrade the firmware so it has advanced feature set capabilities...but is that not possible? I can find the TS-S 24 port for like 40-50 bucks...but the -E is like 100 still. Can't I just cop the firmware somewhere on the net and flash it myself. And can I use whatever brand CF cards if I buy a switch without cards?
and the ip services version can be loaded onto a ts-s and it works just fine.
the 3560 doesn't use cf cards. it doesn't have a cf reader/writer of any kind.
so, you don't need a cf, and won't use a cf.
all the flash that you get to use is already on the system board. you cant add more or take any away.
the best way to go would be to buy switches that run ios-xe.
but if you could afford that, you wouldn't be asking these questions.
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