IBM Hardware Management Console User Manual

2. In the Work area, view and record the information that appears under the HMC Code Level heading,
including: the HMC version, release, maintenance level, build level, and base versions.
Obtaining and applying machine code updates for the HMC with an
Internet connection
Learn how to obtain machine code updates for the HMC when the HMC has an Internet connection.
To obtain machine code updates for the HMC, perform steps 1 through 5.
Step 1. Ensure that you have an Internet connection
To download updates from the service and support system or website to your HMC or server, you must
have one of the following:
v SSL connectivity with or without a SSL proxy
v Internet VPN
To ensure that you have an Internet connection, do the following:
1. In the navigation area, click Service Management.
2. Select Manage Outbound Connectivity.
3. Select the tab for the type of outbound connectivity that you chose for your HMC (Internet VPN or
SSL connectivity).
Note: If a connection to service and support does not exist, set up the service connection before
proceeding with this procedure. For instructions on how to set up a connection to service and
support, see Setting up your server to connect to IBM service and support.
4. Click Test.
5. Verify that the test completes successfully. If the test is not successful, troubleshoot your connectivity
and correct the problem before proceeding with this procedure. Alternatively, you can obtain the
update on DVD.
6. Continue with “Step 2. View the existing HMC machine code level.”
Step 2. View the existing HMC machine code level
To view the existing HMC machine code level, do the following:
1. In the navigation area, click Updates.
2. In the Work area, view and record the information that appears under the HMC Code Level heading,
including the HMC version, release, maintenance level, build level, and base versions.
3. Continue with “Step 3. View the available HMC machine code levels.”
Step 3. View the available HMC machine code levels
To view the available HMC machine code levels, do the following:
1. From a computer or server with an Internet connection, go to http://www.ibm.com/eserver/
support/fixes.
2. Select the appropriate family in the Product family list.
3. Select Hardware Management Console in the Product or fix type list.
4. Click Continue. The Hardware Management Console site is displayed.
5. Scroll down to your HMC Version level to view available HMC levels.
Note: If you prefer, you can contact service and support.
6. Continue with “Step 4. Apply the HMC machine code update.”
Step 4. Apply the HMC machine code update
To apply the HMC machine code update, do the following:
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IBM Hardware Management Console Specifications

General

Brand	IBM
Model	Hardware Management Console
Category	Music Mixer
Language	English