Spectra Logic NTIER700 Updating Firmware, Firmware Version Requirements, Firmware Package History

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nTier700 BlueScale Firmware

Updating Firmware

Note: Until further notice, firmware updates for the nTier700 are currently managed on an individual basis by Spectra Logic Technical Support. Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support for assistance (see Contacting Spectra Logic on page 4).

To ensure that you have the most current firmware for your nTier700:

1.Connect to the BlueScale web interface.

2.Select About on the menu bar to check the currently installed BlueScale firmware version.

3.If the version you have is older than the most current version described in these release notes, contact Spectra Logic Technical Support to obtain an update.

4.If a more current firmware version is available, download the update and install it. Refer to the current version of the Spectra nTier700 Backup and Archive Appliance User Guide for instructions.

Note: A current support contract is required before you can download firmware updates.

Contact Spectra Logic Technical Support at www.spectralogic.com/support if you have any questions.

Firmware Version Requirements

Important The update to BlueScale 2.6.0.6 or later from any earlier version of the BlueScale firmware must be performed by Spectra Logic Technical Support personnel (see

Contacting Spectra Logic on page 4).

FIRMWARE PACKAGE HISTORY

The following sections list information about the BlueScale firmware packages and how they affect the nTier700 and its components. The BlueScale firmware releases are listed in reverse chronological order, with the most recent release listed first. All package names are followed with the date of release (YYYYMMDD).

Important Unless otherwise stated, the known issues remain active until moved to the resolved issues section. Always read the known issues section for each firmware

release to make sure you are aware of any potential problems.

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Release Notes

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Contents Spectra nTier700 Copyright Trademarks June Contacting Spectra Logic Spectra Logic Sales United States and Canada EuropeContents Updates to the User Guide Related Publications NTier700Microsoft Windows Operating System and Software Spectra nTier File MigratorUser Feedback Register Your NEW NTIER700 Typographical ConventionsRelease Notes 90990019 Firmware Package Support Firmware Package InformationUpdating Firmware Firmware Version RequirementsFirmware Package History Resolved Issues BlueScale2.8.0.1BlueScale Enhancements and ChangesKnown Issues Problem WorkaroundAccessories Remote Desktop to display ConnectBackup and Archive Appliance User Guide for Known Issue BlueScale2.6.0.7Start Settings Network Connections BlueScale2.6.0.6Described in the nTier File Migrator User Guide Following error, which corresponds to the Remote Accessories Command Prompt Keyboard. For example, after entering the folder Release Notes 90990019 Supported Browsers IP AddressingObtain the Updated Device Driver Windows Operating SystemUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Select If your organization Install the Updated Device Driver For this device UninstallRun the following command If you are using Remove Current Drivers or DevicesWorking with the Hardware Components Moving or Shipping the NTIER700 Recycling Your NTIER700Features OverviewInstall in a Restricted Access Location Installing the NTIER700Connect the Power Cords Install the Data Drives in the Blades Unlock the BladesInstall the Data Drives Identifying the drive numbers and latches in a bladeDrives for a single blade Release the drive sled latch Connect the Cables and Power On Connectors on the rear panel N+1 power configuration shownFibre Channel GigEConnected Scsi busƒ Read -Configuring the nTier700 on page 40 Next StepsAccess the BlueScale Web Interface Configuring the NTIER700Https//nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn When using Internet Explorer or Firefox Add Security Exception dialog box, select Get Certificate Release Notes 90990009 Access the Windows Desktop OverviewConnect and Log Windows Desktop messageWindows Storage Server login Log Off and Return to BlueScale Windows Storage Server Remote DesktopInstall Antivirus Software Install Additional Application SoftwareMake the Installation Files Accessible to Windows Share a CD or DVD Drive on a Remote Computer Share the DriveMap the Shared CD or DVD Drive to a Drive Letter Install the Software Using the Blade Operator Panel Using the NTIER700Displaying the Status of Components Moving or Shipping the nTier700 Maintaining the NTIER700Check the Current Firmware Version Determine Whether an Update is Available Current BlueScale version on the About menuDownload the Updated Firmware ThenUpdate the Firmware Select Start Update Choose Continue Install CancelUpdating Tape Drive Device Drivers Restart the nTier700 Installnonexclusive.exe Appendix A-SERVICE and Support Before Contacting Spectra Logic Technical SupportOpening a Support Ticket RAID Storage Specifications Appendix B SpecificationsParameter Specification ReturnsPower Cords Volt AC power cord are as followsEnable Jumbo Frames for 10 GigE Network Interface Cards Appendix D-TUNING Gigabit Ethernet Network PerformanceChange the MTU Setting for the NIC Card Local Area Connection Properties Enable Window Scaling DecimalTeaming NICs Team Type Description Static LinkAggregation SLA