Quantum DXi4701, User Manual

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Chapter 10: DXi4701 Utilities
Reboot & Shutdown
390 Quantum DXi4701 User’s Guide
• Download a system diagnostics file and transfer the file to a
safe repository off of the DXi (see System Diag File on
page 360). The system diagnostics file can help in resolving
problems if they occur.
7 After you have completed all pre-upgrade actions, confirm that you
are ready to continue by selecting the Ready to install check box.
Note: The Ready to install check box and the Install button are
disabled if there are any outstanding administration alerts
or service tickets.
8 To begin the upgrade process, click Install .
Read the on-screen information to learn what to expect during the
upgrade. The bottom status bar displays installation progress, and a
message displays if a reboot is required.
Depending on the type of upgrade, the DXi may be placed in service
mode for about an hour. While in service mode, the system will shut
down all backup and replication services. If necessary, the DXi will
restart one or more times to complete the upgrade.
Note: Clear your Web browser cache before logging on to the remote
management console for the first time following the software
upgrade. This will ensure the remote management console
displays correctly.
Reboot & Shutdown
The
Reboot & Shutdown
page allows you to reboot or shut down the
DXi4701.
To access the
Reboot & Shutdown
page, click the
Utilities
menu, and
then click the
Reboot & Shutdown
tab (see Figure 217 ).
Caution: Before shutting down the DXi4701, make sure that all
backup and replication jobs are finished, and that space
reclamation activity is complete.