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Emulex Firmware User Manual

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Firmware
Update Manual
for Emulex
®
Adapters
One Network.
One Company.
P004447-02A Rev. A Connect with Emulex.
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Emulex Firmware Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEmulex
ModelFirmware
CategoryNetwork Card
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Firmware Updates

Release Notes Reference

Refer to Emulex Web site release notes for firmware details and issues.

Update Prerequisites

Local Boot Disk Requirement

A local boot disk is required for the firmware update process.

Fibre Channel Target Size

Fibre Channel target must be large enough for system files and swap slice.

Important Considerations Before Downloading

Interruption Warning

Interrupted updates may require adapter repair.

Directory Creation

Create a directory before downloading firmware files.

Backup Critical Files

Back up critical files on local boot disk before updating.

Firmware and Boot Code Bundling

Firmware may include boot code; update loads both. Refer to Boot Manual.

OneConnect Adapter Firmware

OneConnect firmware/boot code is in a single .UFI file.

LightPulse Adapter Firmware

LightPulse firmware is in .ZIP file (.ALL/.AWC); requires manual unzip.

Adapter Model Specific Firmware

Download firmware specific to your adapter model.

Available Update Utilities

Utility Selection Guide

Table shows utilities for OS, adapter types, and drivers.

Update Procedure References

References to specific user manuals for each utility.