Apply firmware update (real-time only)

Use this page to view current firmware data for the selected storage unit and to select a load method to activate the firmware bundle load onto the storage unit.

Note: Before you begin this task, you must resolve any current system problems by checking the light path and problem logs. If you need additional assistance to resolve these problems, contact IBM support.

Menu path

Real-time manager > Manage hardware > Storage units > Select a storage unit > Select Action: Apply Firmware Update... > Go

Fields

Current firmware level for selected Storage unit

A list of attributes and values for the storage unit that you are configuring.

Storage unit nickname: Nickname of the selected storage unit.

Storage unit Machine-Type-Model-Serial Number: MTMS of the selected Storage unit.
Current firmware level: Unique identifier (VRMF) for the level of firmware that is currently installed.
Uploaded firmware level from the selected file: The firmware level recently uploaded on the management console.
Firmware level transferred to the processor cards: The firmware level recently transferred onto the storage unit.

Check for firmware update

Click to view available firmware updates.

Select a firmware application method

The user-selected application method (concurrent or nonconcurrent) for the storage unit.

Selected file

The user-selected firmware file to transfer for the storage unit that you are configuring.

Select a file: Click to select a file from your local workstation or CD-ROM.
Transfer file: Select to initiate the transfer of the specified file. This button is not available until you specify a firmware file to transfer.

Activate

Click to activate the codeload after a successful file transfer has occurred.

Reset

Click to cancel all operations, clear all user-selected settings, and return the original settings to this page once a successful file transfer has occurred.