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When the service aid is running from stand alone diagnostics, the
The update_flash command can be used in place of this service aid. It is located in the /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin directory.
Attention: The update_flash command reboots the entire system. Do not use this command if more than one user is logged in to the system.
Update System Flash
Note: This service aid runs on RSPC (Power PC Reference Platform) system units only.
This selection updates the system flash for RSPC systems.
The user provides a valid binary image either on diskette or from a qualified path name. The diskettes can be in DOS or in a backup format.
The
After user confirmation, the command reboots the system twice to complete the flash update.
7135 RAIDiant Array Service Aid
The 7135 RAIDiant Array service aids contain the following functions:
vCertify LUN
Reads and checks each block of data in the LUN. If excessive errors are encountered, the user is notified.
vCertify Spare Physical Disk
Allows the user to certify (check the integrity of the data) on drives designated as spares.
vFormat Physical Disk
Used to format a selected disk drive.
vArray Controller Microcode Download
Allows the microcode on the 7135 controller to be updated when required.
vPhysical Disk Microcode Download
14244P Series Model 170 User's Guide