Users Guide

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USC and USC-LCE Unique Features
Updating the Platform using the Platform Update Wizard
Update to the latest version of USC-LCE using the Platform Update wizard.
It is recommended that you run the Platform Update wizard on a regular
basis to access updates as they become available.
NOTE: When using a local repository to upgrade from USC-LCE version 1.3 to
version 1.4, ensure to create a catalog with Linux-based DUPs. For USC-LCE 1.4
feature enhancements, only Windows-based DUPs are available. See the Dell
Repository Manager
User’s Guide at support.dell.com/manuals for information on
creating a local repository using Dell Repository Update Manager.
Version Compatibility
The version compatibility features ensures that only the Lifecycle Controller,
BIOS and iDRAC versions that are compatible with system components are
installed. The console will display upgrade or downgrade error messages to
warn you about compatibility issues for various components.
Single Component DUP Update
For USC-LCE, you can update the firmware, BIOS using individual DUPs.
Viewing Current Version Information
1 Boot your system and press the <F10> key within 10 seconds of
the
Dell logo being displayed.
2 Click Platform Update in the left pane.
3 Click View Current Versions in the right pane.
Launching the Platform Update Wizard
1 Boot your system and press the <F10> key within 10 seconds of the
Dell logo being displayed.
2 Click Platform Update in the left pane.
3 Click Launch Platform Update in the right pane.
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