Owner's Manual

Using Dell Update Packages 15
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Using Dell Update Packages
Acquiring DUPs
NOTE: DUPs currently do not support every device type. DUPs will be available on
additional devices in future releases.
NOTE: You can download Windows DUPs from support.dell.com. For more
information, see "Downloading DUPs" on page 8. DUPs are also available in the
repository on the
Dell Server Updates DVD.
Dell provides a number of aids to help you determine whether or not your
system requires an update. You can download the DUP for your system from
the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For more information, see
"Downloading DUPs" on page 8.
Updating Packages Component and System
Compatibility
After you locate the required DUP, read the summary information to
determine whether or not you should download the update and apply it to
your system. You can run the DUP and read the summary information.
This information is provided to help you determine whether the update is
appropriate for your system and your specific environment.
Executing DUPs in Linux Environment
You can run DUPs from the console in two modes:
•interactive
•non
- interactive