HP Smart Array 5300 Controller User Guide

Updating the Firmware
Using the SmartStart CD
1. Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of the server.
If you want to update the firmware with the server offline, restart the server and
wait for controller initialization to finish.
2. Select the language and keyboard that you want to use.
The license agreement (EULA) screen is displayed.
3. Click Agree.
The MyProLiant Server screen is displayed.
4. Click the Maintenance tab.
5. Click ROM Update Utility.
6. Select Express or Custom mode, and follow the on-screen prompts and
instructions to update the firmware on the system and the controller.
7. If you want to use Smart Components to apply the most current updates, refer to
the “Using the Smart Components with a CD” section in this chapter.
8. Restart the server for the updates to take effect.
Using the Support Software CD
1. Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive of the server.
If you want to update the firmware with the server offline, restart the server and
wait for controller initialization to finish.
The license agreement (EULA) screen is displayed.
2. Click Agree.
The Home screen is displayed.
3. Click ROM Update Utility.
4. Select Express or Custom mode, and follow the on-screen prompts and
instructions to update the firmware on the system and the controller.
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