b. Log in to VRTX CMC.
c. Ensure that you turn off all the server blades.
d. In the left pane, click Chassis Overview → Storage → Update.
e. On the Storage Component Update page, click Choose File.
The Choose to Upload file dialog box is displayed.
f. Browse to the location where you downloaded the Shared PERC 8 firmware file.
g. Select the file, and click Open.
The DUP file name and path are displayed in the Browse field.
h. Click Upload.
i. The DUP is uploaded to CMC. The Storage Component Update section displays only the
components that are supported by the downloaded DUP file. The current version, latest
available version and the Update check box are displayed for the components.
j. Select the appropriate Update check boxes for the required components.
k. Click Update.
The firmware update action is initiated for the selected components. The progress is displayed
in the Update column.
9. Turn off the PowerEdge VRTX chassis by performing the following steps:
a. Turn off all the server modules using CMC.
b. Turn off the chassis.
c. Disconnect the chassis from the electrical outlets.
10. Install Shared PERC 8 External cards into the VRTX chassis by performing the following steps:
Warning: Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt
to lift the system by yourself.
Warning: Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a
risk of electric shock.
Caution: Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes.
Caution: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the
online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
Note: Dell recommends that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on components
inside the system.
Note: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated always with
either a component or with a blank.
Caution: Do not remove Shared PERC 8 External cards from the system board while the PowerEdge
VRTX system is turned on.
Note: In the single Shared PERC 8 External configuration, the card can be installed in either PCI slot 5 or
6. In the dual Shared PERC 8 External configuration, the cards must be installed in PCI slots 5 and 6.
a. Open the system cover.
b. Lift the expansion card latch out of the chassis slot.
c. Remove the filler bracket.
11 Upgrading PowerEdge VRTX to Support Shared Storage Expansion
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