24 Hardware Installation and User’s Guide
Flash Memory Programming
Warning:
Do not interrupt the update process to avoid damaging the firmware image in the
Flash. If the firmware is interrupted you will need to follow the firmware recovery
process in the next section.
After StorCon indicates that the update is complete, press any key.
9. The focus returns to the Configure Controller submenu. Press <Esc> several times to
close the menus and press <Y> to quit StorCon.
10.StorCon detects the firmware update and requires a system reboot. Press any key to
reboot.
When the update process has completed, reboot the computer for the change to take effect.
During boot up, the system displays the updated firmware version. You can also relaunch
StorCon and select the applicable IIR controller to view its new firmware version at the
bottom of the console (for example, FW:2.32.00-Rxxx).
You can also use the OS version of StorCon to update the firmware. Refer to the Storage
Console chapter of the Software Guide for more details.
A.2 Firmware Recovery Procedure via Flash Recovery
Utility (FRU)
1. Set the IIR controller’s IOP to Reset (Flash Recovery) mode:
Warning:
Shock hazards may be present inside the unit in which this card is being installed.
Disconnect all power cords to the unit before removal of any covers. Follow the
warnings noted in your computer’s user or service manual before installing this
board. ONLY after all the covers are reinstalled should you reconnect the power
cords and power up the unit for the software installation and use.
a. Take all precautions to prevent ESD damage before handling the IIR controller.
b. Power off all system components and disconnect their power cords.
c. Remove the cover from the system to gain access to the RAIDIOS PCI slots.
d. Remove the IIR controller from your system.
e. On jumper block J1B1, move the jumper from position 2-3 to position 1-2 (see
Figure A-1). Re-install the adapter in the RAIDIOS PCI slot in which it was
previously installed.
f. Replace the cover, reconnect all power cords and power up the system.
Figure A-1. Jumper Positions for Flash Update and Recovery
Normal-Run Flash Recovery
J1B1
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