DL980 G7 Sys Errata: Processor Upgrade

IMPORTANT: Read through the entire firmware update process before beginning.
CAUTION: All steps of this procedure must be performed in the exact order given in this procedure.
Once the upgrade is started, complete the entire update. Do not stop at any point during the
update.
NOTE: This procedure will take approximately 2 - 4 hours to complete.
1. Obtain the Flash System Programmable Logic Offline Update ISO Image and the latest BIOS
(System ROM):
a. Go to the Contact HP United States webpage (http:// welcome. hp.com/country/us/en/
contact_us.htm).
b. Select Support and Driver downloads.
c. Select Drivers and Software.
d. Enter a product name/number (for example: DL980), and click Search.
e. Click HP ProLiant DL980 G7 Server from the list of options.
f. Click your operating system to retrieve an index of all available: drivers, system
management applications, BIOS, firmware, software, and utilities.
2. Flash BIOS (System ROM) by following the component installation instructions.
3. Power down to Stand-By (dc power off).
4. Flash iLO via the web interface.
5. Flash System Programmable Logic using the Offline Update ISO Image by following the
installation instructions in the README.txt file included in the zip file with the ISO image.
a. Insert the update media (CD or USB key created in the Preparation section) into the DL980
G7 server, and power up or reset the system.
b. Allow the system to boot normally; it will auto-boot into the update media.
c. After several minutes you will be presented with a splash screen. Proceed with the update,
accepting each of the three (3) updates as they occur.
6. Unplug all power cables from the server, and wait at least 30 seconds.
CAUTION: After flashing the System Programmable Logic Devices, the power must cycle for
the changes to take effect. All power cables must be unplugged for at least 30 seconds to
allow the components to lose their residual charge. Pressing the power button is not sufficient.
7. If installing new processors, install them now. Follow the instructions located in the Maintenance
and Service Guide, which can be located on the web at: http://www.hp.com/go/
proliant_servers-docs.
8. Connect the power cables to the server.
9. Power up the server (dc on).
10. Verify post by watching post codes through iLO IRC (bottom banner). This step is optional,
but recommended.
Flashing firmware using Smart Components
IMPORTANT: Read through the entire firmware update process before beginning.
CAUTION: Physical access to the server is required for updating these components. This procedure
cannot be performed remotely or with automated deployment.
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