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Welcome to the documentation for the Alcatel OmniSwitch Software Update Ansible role! This role automates software updates for Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch devices running AOS6 and AOS8.
🚀 Quick Start
This role helps you safely update:
- Firmware - The main operating system
- FPGA - Field-Programmable Gate Array firmware
- U-Boot - Boot loader firmware
📖 Documentation Pages
Getting Started
- Installation - How to install and set up the role
- Quick Start Guide - Your first update in 5 minutes
- Requirements - What you need before starting
Configuration
- Role Variables - All available configuration options
- Versions File - How to configure target firmware versions
- Inventory Setup - Setting up your switch inventory
Usage
- Basic Usage - Simple update scenarios
- Advanced Usage - Complex deployments and customization
- Safety Features - Built-in protection mechanisms
Reference
- Task Reference - Detailed explanation of all tasks
- Custom Modules - Documentation for custom Python modules
- TextFSM Templates - Understanding command parsing
Troubleshooting
- Common Issues - Solutions to frequent problems
- Error Messages - Understanding error outputs
- Debugging - How to troubleshoot issues
Examples
- Example Playbooks - Ready-to-use playbook examples
- Use Cases - Real-world scenarios and solutions
⚠️ Important Safety Notes
- Always test updates in a lab environment first
- Create configuration backups before updates
- Ensure switches are in a safe state before updating
- Plan for maintenance windows during updates
🔗 Quick Links
Need help? Check the Troubleshooting section or open an issue on GitHub.