Downloading Switch IOS

lildeezul

Hi, i am having trouble downloading any switch files off of cisco.com
I trying to upgrade my 2924, and my 3016A but it has a lock beside it and it tell me forbidden access.
I am registed with cisco ( guest level) and i did login.
but it still says forbidden.
anyone know the problem?

AlanJames

You need a smartnet contract with cisco to be able to download their IOS files. So you need to upgrade your account

hypnotoad

It wasn't enough that you bought the stuff, now you have to pay an outrageous amount of money just to get updates. Cisco is awesome!

korszo

You should be able to download the IOS for switches with a Guest Level account. I've downloaded 3500 & 2950 IOSs before.

Just went there and could get at the 2924 with no problem.

Could'nt get at the 3000 series, gave me a forbidden message. I'm not familiar with a 3016A.

Make sure you're logged in, at least you could get the 2924 IOS.

RK

bohra_ajay

search thru MODERATED that will help u find free IOS.

Sorry For my earlier Post in here which leads to Piracy.

Thanx to Moderators for all your guidance as i was unaware of the thing.

lildeezul

i cant get the full version.

but i also heard that they can be corrupt and harmful

Slowhand

The discussion on pirating software notwithstanding, there are also some operational concerns about software you didn't get from the source. Running a "illigitimately acquired" copy of the IOS on Dynamips is one thing, the worst that'll happen is that it won't start or will act funny. Running the same on an actual piece of hardware can result in stranger things, the worst of which is a very large, expensive paperweight.