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RS/6000 7043-140 System Firmware UpdateApplies to : IBM RS/6000 7043-140This document describes the installation of Licensed Machine Code, which
is sometimes referred to generically as microcode or firmware.
Contents
1.0 Systems AffectedThis update provides new System firmware (FW) for RS/6000 7043-140 systems only. Do not use on any other systems.The firmware level contained in this update is:
2.0 Firmware Description and Revision HistoryTable 2.1 lists the levels and descriptions for System firmware.
3.0 Cautions and Important NotesDon't be alarmed at the length of this document! For any given download/unpacking/update environment, the process is short. This document describes processes for several environments. One should be suitable for your needs, and these instructions guide you through just the environment you choose.NOTE: This firmware has enhanced error detection. It is expected that in a very small percentage (less than 0.5%) of systems, when the firmware is installed, a 20D00100, 20D00101, or 20D00202 error could be reported immediately when the system is booted. If one of these errors is detected, contact your IBM Service Representative immediately to schedule your free system board replacement. If you encounter this error and, knowing of the data error exposure, still desire to operate the system until your Service Representative can replace the system board, you can type "33" and then press the "Enter" key and the system will boot and operate. Firmware Update Installation Is Not ConcurrentInstallation of the firmware will cause an unconditional reboot of the system. Therefore, all user operations should be gracefully terminated before firmware updates are to be applied.Avoid Potential Firmware Update CorruptionSome firmware corruptions are recoverable in the field, and a recovery attempt will usually succeed. If the recovery attempt fails, replace the card containing the corrupted firmware module. Here are some tips to help avoid the need for such recoveries.Never power off the system during the firmware update process!
Replacement Parts May Require UpdatingWhen a system planar is replaced, the System firmware on the new system planar must be checked to ensure it is at the latest level. If it is not, update to the latest level. Table 3.1 lists the released levels.Note: Checksums can be used to verify the files have not been corrupted or altered during transmission. At the AIX command line, enter: sum tig04204.img This command will produce the following output: 06355 1024 tig04204.img The checksum is -------------->06355 AIX Instructions are CASE SENSITIVEIn the instructions that follow are specific AIX and DOS commands. AIX commands are CASE (lower and upper) SENSITIVE, and must be entered exactly as shown, including the filenames. DOS commands are not case sensitive, and may be entered without regard to the cases shown.How to Determine the Firmware Release DateLevel identifiers for the System FW use the 5-digit Julian date code method in terms of day number in a year (such as 04204 for TIG04204 level -- 204th day of 2004 or July 22, 2004).4.0 How to Determine Currently Installed Firmware LevelDO NOT rely on the part number or firmware level marking/label on the EPROM/FLASH module because the content of the module may have been updated to a different level. To be safe, always check the firmware level electronically.4.1 Using SMS Utilities to Read Currently Installed Firmware LevelThe System Management Services (SMS) Utilities may be accessed in two ways.
4.1.1 If Using an ASCII TerminalPower on or shutdown and restart the system. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, watch the terminal for the time to press the "1" key. An indicator appears on the terminal as each system component is self-tested. When the word "keyboard" appears, quickly press the "1" key. The SMS menu will be displayed after startup testing has completed.The current System FW level can be found in the top left hand corner of the display. You will see something similar to: RS/6000 Firmware
When you have read the current FW level, exit SMS as directed on the menu screens. The Version line lists the level of the currently installed System Firmware. If the right most five characters (date) of the firmware level are earlier than 04204 you should consider installing the update. If you find the firmware level must be updated, proceed to Section 5.0. If no update is needed, the installation is complete. 4.1.2 If Using a Graphics ConsolePower on or shutdown and restart the system. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, in the bottom right hand corner of the display, you will see copyright notices and the last line will say something similar to:Firmware Version TIG02316 The Version line lists the level of the currently installed System Firmware. If the right most five characters (date) of the firmware level are earlier than 04204 you should consider installing the update. If you find the firmware level must be updated, proceed to Section 5.0.
If no update is needed, installation is complete.
5.0 Downloading and Unpacking the Firmware Update PackageInstructions for downloading and unpacking the firmware update package follow.5.1 Internet PackageThe System Firmware, in AIX and DOS packages, is located at the web sitehttp://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/firmware/gjsn Follow the instructions on this web page. You must read and agree to the license agreement to obtain the firmware packages. In the drop-down box, choose the entry for your specific machine type and model. The download choices at that entry are:
5.1.1 Downloading the AIX PackageUse this method to download to an AIX system. Note: In the
instructions that follow are specific AIX commands.
a) Provide a directory on the AIX system to receive the AIX package. Enter:
Note: If the directory /tmp/fwupdate
already exists,
b) Transfer the AIX package to the /tmp/fwupdate directory
(using "Save as ...").
c) Unpack the file by executing the instructions below. Enter the commands: cd /tmp/fwupdate
[Don't overlook the periods (.) in the above command.] This file will be added to /tmp/fwupdate. tig04204.img Note: The following procedure requires the doswrite
command, which
A 2MB (HD) new or freshly formatted DOS diskette is required (or use the AIX dosformat command) as follows. With the diskette loaded in the drive, Enter the commands: cd /tmp/fwupdate
Label this diskette, "Image: System (TIG04204) FW for IBM 7043-140". Proceed to Section 6.0, Updating the Firmware. 5.1.2 Downloading the DOS PackageUse this method to download to a Windows workstation. a) Prepare a directory for receiving the DOS package.
Enter:
Note: If the directory [path]\fwupdate
already exists,
b) Transfer the DOS package to the [path]\fwupdate directory
(using "Save as ...").
c) Unpack the file by executing the instructions below. Enter the commands: cd [path]\fwupdate
This file will be added to the fwupdate subdirectory: tig04204.img d) A 2MB (HD) new or freshly formatted DOS is required. With the diskette loaded in the drive, Enter the commands: cd [path]\fwupdate
Label the resulting diskette, "Image: System (TIG04204) FW for IBM 7043-140" Proceed to Section 6.0, Updating the Firmware.
6.0 Updating the FirmwareThis section describes the method for installing the new firmware.***
Do not power off the target system at any time before
the update process completes.
6.1 Using the SMS Utilities MethodThe System Management Services (SMS) Utilities may be accessed in two ways.
6.1.1 If Using an ASCII Terminala. Power on or shutdown and restart the system. b. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, watch
the terminal for the time to press the "1" key.
c. Choose 3 for Utilities. d. Choose 6 for Update System Firmware. e. Insert diskette labeled "Image: System (TIG04204) FW for IBM 7043-140" in the drive. f. Follow on-screen update steps as they are presented. The flash update should complete in about one minute. Following a successful firmware update, the system will say to press ENTER to cause a reboot. Press ENTER at this time. Don't forget to retrieve and file any firmware update diskette that may still be in the system's diskette drive. A good time to do this is after the reboot has completed. The firmware update is complete. You will want to verify this update as shown in paragraph 6.3. 6.1.2 If Using a Graphics Consolea. Power on or shutdown and restart the system. b. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, watch
the console for the time to press the "F1" key.
c. Use arrow keys to move to Utilities. <ENTER> d. Use arrow keys to move to Update. <ENTER> e. Insert diskette labeled "Image: System (TIG04204) FW for IBM 7043-140" in the drive. <ENTER> f. Use arrow keys to move to YES if the image filename displayed is correct. g. Follow on-screen update steps as they are presented. The flash update should complete in about one minute. Following a successful firmware update, the system will automatically reboot after the update is complete. Don't forget to retrieve and file any firmware update diskette that may still be in the system's diskette drive. A good time to do this is after the reboot has completed. The firmware update is complete. You will want to verify this update as shown in paragraph 6.3. 6.2 On Remote Networked SystemsThese instructions require knowledge of RS/6000 systems and AIX system administrator skills. To update firmware on remote networked systems, follow these instructions:a) Target systems must be at the following AIX levels and have the fileset
"devices.rspc.base.diag"
AIX level fileset minimum level --------- ---------------------- 4.3.3 4.3.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.2.0 4.3.1 4.3.1.4 4.3.0 4.3.0.1 4.2.1 4.2.1.5 4.1.5 4.1.5.4To check if this fileset is on the system, Enter:
If the fileset is installed, the fileset and it's level will be displayed. If this fileset is not at the minimum level or later, you can get the latest version by whatever method you use to acquire AIX updates. b) Copy the tig04204.img file into a directory that is accessible to
each system to be upgraded.
c) You must have root authority on the target system to update it's
firmware. Because the update
d) Execute the following command on each target system:
The update process will cause the system to reboot twice. The new firmware will be applied during the first reboot. The second reboot will execute the new firmware and return to the AIX prompt. This may take up to ten minutes, depending on the configuration of the target system. The firmware update is complete. You will want to verify this update as shown in paragraph 6.3. 6.3 Verifying the UpdateTo verify the update, you must use the SMS Utilities, which may be accessed in two ways.
6.3.1 If Using an ASCII TerminalPower on or shutdown and restart the system. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, watch the terminal for the time to press the "1" key. An indicator appears on the terminal as each system component is self-tested. When the word "keyboard" appears, quickly press the "1" key. The SMS menu will be displayed after startup testing has completed.The current System FW levels can be found in the top left hand corner of the display. You will see something similar to: RS/6000 Firmware
The right-most five characters (date) of the version should match the level you just installed, namely, 04204. 6.3.2 If Using a Graphics ConsolePower on or shutdown and restart the system. At checkpoint FF1 on the operator panel, in the bottom right hand corner of the display, you will see copyright notices and the last line will say something similar to:Firmware Version TIG04204 The right-most five characters (date) of the version should match the
level you just installed, namely, 04204.
6.4 Archiving the Update FilesIn the event it becomes necessary to restore the system to a certain firmware level, it is suggested you identify and archive the materials for each update you install.If the download process produced diskettes, label and store them in a safe place. If the download process produced files, archive and identify the file for convenient retrieval.
End of Installation Instructions
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