Upgrading the firmware of a Huawei switch is a critical maintenance task that ensures network security, stability, and access to new features. The primary official resource for these updates is the Huawei Enterprise Support Website
<CE12800> system-view
[~CE12800] upgrade fabric-usb recovery enable
[~CE12800] set boot-loader usb0:/CE12800_V200R019C10SPC800.cc usb0:/CE12800_V200R019C10SPC800.web.7z ?
If your switches have internet access, Huawei offers a more automated "Smart Upgrade" feature through the Huawei Online Upgrade Platform (HOUP). huawei switch firmware upgrade link
Carrier Users: Log in to the Huawei Carrier Support Site. Search for your specific switch model to enter the dedicated product page. Upgrading the firmware of a Huawei switch is
Connect to the switch via console or SSH. Use the following command to copy from your TFTP server: If your switches have internet access, Huawei offers
<Huawei> tftp 192.168.1.100 get S5720-V200R021C00SPC100.cc
For network engineers managing Huawei enterprise switches (e.g., S series, CloudEngine), finding the correct firmware (often called a “system software” or “.cc” file) is critical for security, stability, and feature updates. Unlike consumer devices, Huawei does not offer a single “download button”—you must use official support channels and understand their version architecture.