Updating the Virtual I/O Server's firmware and device microcode with an Internet connection
Learn how to use the Integrated Virtualization Manager (IVM) to generate a microcode survey of the managed system and to download and upgrade microcode when you have an Internet connection from your system.
Note: Updating server firmware is a disruptive process.
To
update the Virtual I/O Server's firmware and device microcode through
the IVM when you have an Internet connection from the management partition,
perform Steps 1 through 3.Step 1. View the existing firmware level
- Under the Service Management menu, click Updates.
- On the Updates page, click the Microcode Updates tab.
- Click Generate New Survey. A list of devices is displayed.
- Record the current level of firmware that is displayed for the type of system.
Step 2. Apply firmware and device microcode using the IVM
Step 3. Verify that the firmware was updated correctly
- Under the Service Management menu, click Updates.
- On the Updates page, select the Microcode Updates tab.
- Click Generate New Survey. A list of devices is displayed.
- Ensure that the current level of firmware that is displayed for updated devices matches the level you installed.