Cisco Systems 2000.4.3a manual Installing Operating System Software Updates, Before You Begin

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Installing Operating System Software Updates

The ILO administrator who accesses the remote server controls all tasks that occur on the server. If an administrator is performing an installation/upgrade directly on the server and ILO administrator tries to access the server, the ILO administrator controls all tasks on the server. When an ILO administrator accesses a remote server, the application locks the keyboard and mouse on the remote server where the tasks are occurring. These tasks may interrupt the installation or upgrade; to prevent interruptions, notify all users that can access the server regarding when the upgrade will occur.

What pre-/post-update tasks should I perform?

See the “Installing Operating System Software Updates” section on page 26.

What if I encounter problems during the operating system upgrade?

If you encounter problems during the installation, Cisco recommends that you take the following actions:

1.If you receive a message that displays in a dialog box during the operating system upgrade, see the “Error Messages” section on page 28 and perform the recommended corrective action.

2.On the server where the upgrade problem occurred, obtain and review the log file, MCSOSupg.log, from C:\Program Files\Common Files\Cisco\Logs.

Note Be aware that not all messages that display in the log file are catastrophic. Error messages display in the log file for many reasons; for example, attempts to access a service that Cisco Unified CallManager does not use display.

Installing Operating System Software Updates

This section describes how to download and install operating system upgrades, hotfixes, operating system service releases, and additional operating system software updates from Cisco.com.

The operating system upgrade updates your system to the latest Cisco Unified Communications operating system version. Do not perform the operating system upgrade on a server that is already running the same version of the operating system.

Perform updates on the Cisco Unified CallManager publisher database server first and then on the subscriber server(s) one at a time.

Before You Begin

Verify that the server runs a compatible version of the operating system, as described in the “Which versions of the operating system are compatible with operating system upgrade 2000.4.3a?” section on page 25.

Disable all Cisco-verified, third-party applications and reboot the server.

Disable Cisco IDS Host Sensor Agents and reboot the server.

Verify that you installed the latest backup utility that is available on the web. Verify that you have a good backup of your data on a network directory or tape device.

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Contents Purpose of Document Contents Revision HistoryContents Conventions Related Documentation and SoftwareWhat’s Changed in This Release Related Information SoftwareHardware Requirements Important ConsiderationsOL-10221-02 OL-10221-02 User and Organization Name How does the operating system installation work?What data must I provide to configure the server? Computer NameWorkgroup Domain Suffix TCP/IP PropertiesNT Administrator Password Domain Name System DNSConfiguration Data Must I disable Cisco-verified applications? ProcedureMay I run a web browser on the server? About Integrated Lights Out ILO About Terminal ServicesAbout Virtual Network Computing What if I encounter problems during the installation? What preinstallation tasks should I perform?What post-installation tasks should I perform? Preinstallation Tasks Important NotesInstalling the Operating System Where do I obtain the release notes?Next Performing Post-Installation Tasks TaskConfiguring Network Settings Server Network Teaming Driver for a listTo Update the Lmhosts File To Configure DNSTo Configure Wins Uninstalling Microsoft Hotfix Verifying the Operating System VersionApplying Additional Security When should I install the software update? What order should I apply the software updates?How long does it take to upgrade the operating system? May I perform configuration tasks during the update? Before You Begin Installing Operating System Software UpdatesWhat pre-/post-update tasks should I perform? Additional Tasks Post-Update Corrective Action Error MessagesOngoing Server Management Error Messages Corrective Action Corrective Action DVD-ROM Cisco.com Using the Bug ToolkitObtaining Documentation Product Documentation DVD Documentation FeedbackCisco Product Security Overview Ordering DocumentationReporting Security Problems in Cisco Products Obtaining Technical AssistanceCisco Technical Support & Documentation Website Submitting a Service RequestDefinitions of Service Request Severity Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Obtaining Additional Publications and Information