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Q
What license types are available for the S7700 Series Switch?
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The S7700 Series supports two license types: Base (unrestricted basic switching) and Advantage (advanced services such as MPLS, IPv6 and virtualization). Choose the Advantage license for full feature access.
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How do I purchase an S7700 Series Switch license?
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You can purchase S7700 licenses through an authorized Huawei partner or directly from Huawei’s eStore. Provide your device serial number and desired license level (Base or Advantage) to complete the order.
Q
How do I install an S7700 Series license file?
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Upload the .lic file to the switch via FTP/SFTP or USB and run the command ‘license install <filename.lic>’. The system will validate and activate the new license immediately.
Q
How can I verify the installed license status on my S7700 switch?
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Issue the CLI command ‘display license’ to view license type, activation status, expiration date and available features. This delivers a concise status summary for rich snippet display.
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What steps are required to activate an S7700 license?
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After installing the license file, use ‘license activate <license-id>’ in CLI. The switch will confirm activation success and load licensed features without rebooting.
Q
Can I upgrade from Base to Advantage license on S7700?
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Yes. Purchase the Advantage upgrade license, install the new .lic file, then activate it. The switch automatically enables all advanced features.
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How do I transfer an S7700 license to another device?
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Submit a license transfer request to Huawei support with both devices’ serial numbers. After approval, uninstall the license from the source and install the provided transfer file on the target switch.
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What features are unlocked by the Advantage license on the S7700?
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The Advantage license enables advanced L3 routing, MPLS, VRF, EVPN, IPv6, BGP enhancements and virtualization services. It expands scaling and multiplies network segmentation options.
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Does the S7700 Series require a software image for license activation?
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Yes. Ensure your switch runs an IOS-XR-based image that matches the license type. Use ‘display version’ to confirm compatibility before installing the license.
Q
How do I renew or extend an expiring S7700 license?
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Contact your Huawei partner at least 30 days before expiry. They will issue a renewal license file. Install and activate it using the same process as the initial license.
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What happens if an S7700 license expires?
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Expired licenses revert the switch to Base capabilities. Advanced features will be disabled until you renew or reinstall a valid license file.
Q
How can I back up my S7700 license configuration?
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Regularly export your license files and use ‘save’ to store the running configuration. Keep copies on secure external storage for rapid recovery.
Q
Is there a central license management tool for multiple S7700 switches?
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Yes. Huawei iMaster NCE-LM provides centralized license inventory, deployment and audit across large deployments, simplifying mass upgrades and compliance.
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How do I troubleshoot S7700 license installation errors?
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Check file integrity, verify the serial number matches the device, confirm software image compatibility and review ‘errorinfo’ in the CLI. Contact Huawei support with logs if issues persist.
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Can I use evaluation licenses on the S7700 Series Switch?
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Evaluation licenses are available for up to 90 days. Request them from Huawei support, install the temporary .lic file, and test full features in your production environment.
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How do I check license expiration dates on the S7700 switch?
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Run the CLI command ‘display license expiration’ to list all installed licenses with their exact expiration dates, ensuring timely renewal.
