
5
Basic software procedures
5.1
Starting the maintenance task
5.1.1
Disabling the boot watchdog
The boot watchdog determines whether the OS boots within a preset time
frame. If the watchdog timer expires, the system will automatically reboot.
If the system is to be started from removable boot media for firmware upgrade
purposes, the boot watchdog needs to be disabled before starting maintenance
task. Otherwise, the boot watchdog might initiate a system reboot before the
flash process is complete.
CAUTION
An incomplete firmware upgrade process may render the server
inaccessible or result in damaged/destroyed hardware.
Timer settings can be configured in the BIOS.
Disabling the boot watchdog in the BIOS
▶
Enter the BIOS.
▶
Select the
Server Mgmt
menu.
▶
Under
Boot Watchdog
set the
Action
setting to
Continue
.
▶
Save your changes and exit the BIOS.
For more information on BIOS settings, see the corresponding BIOS
Setup Utility reference manual.
5.1.2
Verifying and configuring the backup software
solution
This task only applies to Japan.
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