HPE MSA 1040

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Update host software
Update the host software on each connected server using the latest drivers available for the MSA 1040 or MSA 2040/2042. You can find
support software for the MSA 1040 at: hpe.com/storage/msa1040, You can find support for the MSA 2040 at hpe.com/storage/msa2040
and the support for the MSA 2042 at hpe.com/storage/msa2042.
Verify that the software is supported using the SPOCK webpage: hpe.com/storage/spock.
To ensure that the multipath software will be able to use the new controller after it is installed, update the multipath software to correctly
identify the new controller. This might require a reboot of the operating system.
Finishing the upgrade process
To complete the upgrade process, complete these steps:
1. Shut down all hosts connected to the array.
2. Label existing host connect cables if they are to be used in the upgraded system. All SAS host connect cables will need to be replaced
due to the change in the SAS connector type.
3. Label all management network cables with the controller ID before disconnecting from the existing controllers.
Upgrading to the HPE MSA 1040 or HPE MSA 2040/2042
The upgrade procedure is listed here for the single and dual controller upgrades with and without attached expansion enclosures.
Upgrade procedure
The upgrade procedure for the MSA includes the following steps:
1. Shut down each controller.
2. Remove and replace the controllers/enclosures.
3. Determine and set the IP address of the new controllers.
4. Update the MSA 1040 or MSA 2040/2042 controller firmware to the latest available version.
5. Re-enter controller information.
6. Reconnect host connect cables and verify infrastructure.
7. Re-establish Remote Snap communication, if necessary.
8. Complete the upgrade.
Shut down each controller
Shut down the MSA controllers by using the SMU. This procedure helps ensure that data from cache will be flushed to disk.
1. Select Tools → Shut down or Restart Controller.
2. In the Operation section, select Shut down.
3. In the Controller type section, choose Storage and in the Controller section, select one of the following:
Single controller: Shut down RAID Controller A
Dual controller: Shut down both RAID controllers
4. Click Shut Down Now.
Note
An SMU warning message might appear. This is an informational message that requires no action.
5. Click Yes to confirm the operation.
6. Log off from the SMU.
7. OK to Remove controllers is lit.