Rackable Systems OmniStor 4700S Series, User Manual

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Chapter 4 - Managing and Monitoring
Updating Controller Firmware
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Updating Controller Firmware
The following information describes the procedures to update the firmware on the RAID
Controller. The preferred method is to take the system off-line first, then perform the
upgrade. This prevents bus reset errors.
1
Obtain the new or updated controller firmware file. You may download the file from
the support section of our web site.
2
Connect the USB end of the
OmniStor Communication cable to the RS-232 Service
port on the RAID Controller. The cable is included with the storage system.
RS-232 Service Port Connection
3
Connect the other end of the cable to either a host system’s RS-232 serial
communication port or a VT-100 type terminal port.
4
Power on the storage system enclosure.
5
After the enclosure has completed its power on self test, power on your host start your
terminal emulation software or start your VT-100 terminal.
6
Verify that the communication parameters are as follows:
• 115,200 Baud
• 8 Data bits
• 1 Stop bit
• None (parity)
• Flow Control Off
7
Power on the storage system.
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