Server Configuration and Utilities
If both the current and backup versions of the ROM are corrupt, the server
automatically enters the ROMPaq disaster recovery mode. To perform this
procedure, refer to the “ROMPaq Disaster Recovery” section in Appendix H,
“Troubleshooting.”
ROMPaq Utility
Flash ROM enables you to upgrade the firmware (BIOS) with system or option
ROMPaq utilities. To upgrade the BIOS, insert a ROMPaq diskette into the diskette
drive and boot the system.
The ROMPaq Utility checks the system and provides a choice (if more than one
exists) of available ROM revisions. By default, the oldest ROM version is updated.
This procedure is the same for both system and option ROMPaq utilities.
If a power loss occurs during a firmware upgrade, redundant ROM support enables
data recovery.
Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash
Smart Components for Remote ROM Flash enables Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 and
Windows 2000 operating system administrators to efficiently upgrade and manage
system and array controller ROMs. This tool has the following features:
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Works offline and online
Integrates with other HP software maintenance, deployment, and operating
system tools
Automatically checks for hardware, firmware, and operating system
dependencies, and installs only the correct ROM upgrades required by each
target server
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