• When you update the iLO firmware, iLO will reboot automatically.
• Some types of server firmware might require a server reboot, but the server will not reboot automatically.
10. Click OK.
The iLO firmware receives, validates, and then flashes the firmware image.
When you update the iLO firmware, iLO reboots and closes your browser connection. It might take several minutes
before you can re-establish a connection.
11. For iLO firmware updates only: To start working with the new firmware, clear your browser cache, and then log in to
iLO.
12. For server firmware updates only: If the firmware type requires a system reset or server reboot for the new firmware
to take effect, take the appropriate action.
13. (Optional) To confirm that the new firmware is active, check the firmware version on the Installed Firmware page.
You can also check the iLO firmware version on the
Overview page.
Supported firmware types
Many firmware update types are supported, depending on the server platform. Some common examples follow:
• iLO
• System ROM/BIOS
• Chassis
• Power Management Controller
• System Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)
• Backplane
• Innovation Engine (IE)
• Server Platform Services (SPS)
• Language Packs
Some firmware types are delivered as a combined update. For example:
• A SAS Programmable Logic Device update is often combined with a SAS controller firmware update.
• The Intelligent Platform Abstraction Data firmware is often combined with a System ROM/BIOS update.
Requirements for firmware update to take effect
Depending on the firmware type, additional action might be required for the update to take effect.
• iLO firmware or language pack—These firmware types take effect after an automatically triggered iLO reset.
• System ROM (BIOS)—Requires a server reboot.
• Chassis firmware (Power Management) and Edgeline Chassis Controller Firmware—Take effect immediately.
• System Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)—Requires a server reboot.
• Power Management Controller and NVMe Backplane Firmware—Do not require a server reboot or a system reset.
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