Disclaimer: This text is for informational purposes regarding standard Cisco IOS procedures. Always verify file hashes and compatibility on the official Cisco support site before performing upgrades.
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Software versions and filenames change frequently. Always verify the exact filename on Cisco’s Software Download portal (requires CCO login) before executing the commands above.
| Issue | Symptom | Fix | |-------|---------|-----| | Corrupt download | tar: unexpected EOF | Re-download, use curl -C - or wget -c | | Wrong file type | .bin instead of .tar | Wrong image — get ME bundle | | Incomplete signature | AP rejects upgrade | Check Cisco SHA256 | | Untrusted source | AP bricks | Download from Cisco.com |
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