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1.
Determine which version firmware is currently installed on the MSA by using one of the following
methods:
• With the array controller powered on, press the arrow buttons on the front of the controller until
the following message is displayed:
00 Array Controller Firmware ver
• From the MSA-CLI, enter the show version command. MSA1510i Firmware Revision is
included in the displayed system information.
2.
Obtain the latest firmware files and save to a temporary location on the host:
a. Go to the MSA1510i support page:
b. Select your language and operating system.
c. The display is updated to include a list of available downloads for the specified operating system.
d. If you are not yet registered, under the Subscribe to driver and support alerts banner, click Sign
up now to receive e-mail notifications about MSA firmware or hardware, driver and support
alerts, advisories, and notifications. This alert notification system is a one-way broadcasting
method used to distribute important notices about HP devices.
e. Click the title description of the download option to display important information about the
update.
• Click the Description tab for a brief overview about the download.
• Click the Release Notes tab for detailed information about the download, including
version information, compatibility information, a summary of changes, important notes,
service considerations, and installation precautions.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure to review the online release notes and readme files for last-minute notifications
about the update.
f. After reviewing the release notes for update, click Download and follow the on-screen instructions
to save the download bundle to a temporary directory on the server.
NOTE:
For downloaded ISO images, create a CD from the downloaded ISO file using a CD
burning tool with the ability to burn a CD from an ISO file. Do not simply copy the
ISO file to a blank CD.
3.
Schedule a maintenance window for the update.
4.
Ensure that there is a valid, recent backup of the system.
5.
Stop all host traffic to the MSA array.
6.
If the MSA has not been restarted in the last six months, power cycle the array.
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