Dell 6 GBps SAS HBA - Manual (Page 35)

Appendix A: Updating the Firmware 35
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Updating the Firmware
You can flash the firmware package to update either of the following:
• Dell PowerEdge
• 6 Gbps SAS HBA
• Internal Tape Adapter card firmware.
Flash the firmware package while the controller is in use. Restart the system
for all changes to take effect. If there is a failure while flashing the firmware
package (such as a power outage) the controller reverts to the earlier version
of the firmware.
NOTE: If you flash the firmware while using the controller, you may notice
temporary degradation in the controller's performance.
Firmware Package Update Utility
You can run the firmware package update utility from a variety of operating
systems. The firmware package is automated and does not require user
intervention. You can obtain the firmware package flash utility from the
PowerEdge Service and Diagnostic Utilities media that is shipped with your
system.
You have to perform a manual update. For the latest firmware package
updates and update procedures, see the Dell Support website at
support.dell.com.