How to Save Brocade Zoning Configuration ? | cfgsave

The cfgsave command is used to save the defined zone configuration to nonvolatile memory on a Brocade switch. This ensures that any changes made to the zoning configuration persist after a system reboot or power cycle. Without using this command, the changes will remain active only temporarily and will be lost upon restarting the switch.

Key Points

• Purpose: Saves the defined zone configuration to the switch’s flash memory.
• When to Use: After creating, adding, removing, or modifying zones or zone configurations.
• Precaution: Verify the zoning configuration using commands like cfgShow before saving.

Cfgsave Procedure

1. Log In: Access the switch using an admin account through a serial console or management IP.
2. Modify Configuration: Make any required changes to the zoning configuration (e.g., using cfgadd, cfgremove, or cfgcreate).
3. Save the Configuration: Execute the cfgsave command to store the updated configuration in flash memory.
4. Confirm the Save: Respond to the confirmation prompt to proceed with saving.

Cfgsave Example

switch:admin> cfgsave  
You are about to save the Defined zoning configuration. This will overwrite the existing zoning configuration in flash.  
Do you want to continue (yes, y, no, n): y  
Defined zoning configuration saved successfully.  

Key Messages

• Confirmation Prompt: Ensures you acknowledge the save action to prevent accidental overwrites.
• Success Message: Indicates the configuration has been saved to nonvolatile memory.

Notes

• Use this command after making zoning changes to avoid losing configurations during unexpected reboots.
• If changes are not saved with cfgsave, they must be redefined after a switch restart.