3.Using Array Manager, take your hot spares offline, see your Dell OpenManage Array Manager User’s Guide.

4.If a reset does not occur, power cycle the RAID controller.

Installing Flash-It! Software

Flash-It! is an application that upgrades the internal programming (firmware) of your disk drives. This section explains how to install the Flash-It! software on your system.

NOTE: You must be logged in as an administrator to install Flash-It!. If you are not logged in as an administrator, shut down your current session and log in as an administrator.

To install Flash-It!, perform the following steps:

1.Insert the Dell PowerVault Fibre Channel Utilities CD into the CD-ROM drive. A window appears displaying the contents of the CD.

2.Click PowerVault 660F/224F Fibre Channel Storage.

3.Double-click Flash-It!.

The Flash-It! setup wizard appears.

4.Click Next to continue the installation.

The Readme document appears in the Setup Wizard window.

5.Read the information in the Readme document, and click Next.

6.Click Next to accept the default destination directory and continue.

7.Click Next to accept the default program folder.

8.Confirm that the installation options are correct, and click Next.

9.Select Finish to restart your system.

The installation process is complete.

NOTE: For information on upgrading the firmware on the PowerVault 660F Fibre Channel disks, see the documentation included on the Dell PowerVault Fibre Channel Utilities CD.

Updating the Drive Firmware

1.At http://support.dell.com, open the File Library, locate the firmware update file for your hard-disk drive, and download it to your local hard-disk drive.

2.Select the Selected Devices page.

3.On the Selected Devices page, click Rescan to rescan all SCSI adapters on the storage system and rebuild the Device List Tree.

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Dell 630F, 650F, 651F manual Click PowerVault 660F/224F Fibre Channel Storage, Select the Selected Devices

650F, 630F, 651F specifications

The Dell 651F and 650F are notable entries in the Dell family of networking switches, designed to meet the increasingly demanding requirements of modern enterprises. Built to enhance network performance and reliability, these switches embody a variety of features and technologies that cater to both small businesses and large organizations.

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In conclusion, the Dell 651F and 650F switches represent a powerful combination of performance, security, and efficiency. Their advanced features, versatile connectivity options, and user-friendly management tools position them as an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their networking capabilities. As businesses continue to evolve and demand more from their technology, Dell’s offerings remain ready to meet those needs.