IBM
pSeries Servers
Microcode Update for Ultrastar
DMVS 9.1/18.2/36.4 GB
SCSI Hard Disk Drive
Microcode Level 0255 and 0257
DATE:
REVISED:
Table of Contents
3.0.0 General Information
3.0.1 Installation Time
4.0 Determine Drive Model, FRU&PN and Current Microcode Level
5.0.0 Downloading and
Unpacking the Firmware Update Package From WEB
5.0.1 Downloading Files from the Microcode CD-ROM
6.0.0 Microcode Download
Procedure-SCSI Drives Attached to SCSI Adapter - Non SP systems
6.0.1 Microcode Download
Procedure-SCSI Drives Attached to RAID Adapter
6.0.2 Microcode Download
Procedure-SP systems
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1.0 Disk Drives Affected
This microcode is for use in the following SCSI hard disk drive, please note that 80 Pin drive microcode is 0255, and 68 pin drive microcode is 0257.
Size
Model
FRU # or
Assembly Microcode
FRU ASM#
P/N
Level
-------------
--------
--------
-------- ---------
9.1GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-09V
34L7393
34L7387 0257
9.1GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-09V
00P1508
34L7706 0257
9.1GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-09D
34L7394
34L7388 0255
9.1GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-09D 00P1517
34L7388 0255
18.2GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-18V
34L7391
34L7385 0257
18.2GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-18V
00P1511
34L7704 0257
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-18D
34L7392
34L7386 0255
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-18D
00P1520
34L7386 0255
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-36V
34L7389
34L7383 0257
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-36V
00P1514
34L7703 0257
|
Date |
Microcode Level |
Change Description |
|
5/2001 |
0255&0257 |
1) Enhance full volume random queued operation performance
on 36.4GB SCSI hard disk drives. |
|
3/99 |
Initial Release |
|
SUBJECT: IBM pSeries
Servers Ultrastar DMVS 9.1/18.2/36.4
GB SCSI Hard Disk Drive
Microcode Update Level 0255(80 Pin Drives) and 0257(68 Pin Drives)
******* PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE NOTICE *********
Microcode update for the SCSI hard disk drives
3.0.1
Installation Time
Approximately 20 minutes if drive is part of rootvg(using Diagnostics
CD); Approximately 5 minutes/drive if drive is not part of rootvg(using
concurrent diagnostics).
4.0 Determine the Drive Model, FRU&PN and Current Microcode Level
a- SCSI Drives attached to SCSI Controllers(Not RAID)
To see the drive type and current
microcode level, Execute the following command:
lscfg -vl
hdisk* |pg
Example of the info on a
9.1GB SCSI hard disk:
lscfg -vl hdisk2
DEVICE
LOCATION DESCRIPTION
hdisk2
10-78-00-10,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
Manufacturer.........................IBM
Machine Type and Model......DMVS09V
FRU Number..................34L7393
ROS Level and ID...........30323537
Serial Number.................F8052ABE
EC
Level.........................F24470
Part
Number...................34L7387
Device
Specific.(Z0)........000003029F00013A
Device
Specific.(Z1)........75MSPR6257
Device Specific.(Z2)........09RI
Device Specific.(Z3)........00018
Device Specific.(Z4)........0001
Device Specific.(Z5)........22
Device Specific.(Z6)........F24452
If the data returned in the
"Part Number" field matches the one listed above AND the "ROS
Level and ID...." field of that data is below 30323537(for 68 pin drives),
and 30323535(for 80 pin drives), this microcode applies.
Note: "30323537" is Hex ASCII code for "0257",
"30323535" is Hex ASCII code for "0255"
For SP systems with multiple nodes, you can use the
following command to query all of the nodes at one time. Use of this command
will also limit the amount of data returned, making it easier to audit.
It returns only the pertinent information: node name, hdisk
number, ROS Level and ID and part number.
dsh -a lscfg -v |egrep 'hdisk|ROS|Part'
pesp_n1:
hdisk0
10-60-00-0,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
pesp_n1:
ROS Level and ID............30323537
pesp_n1:
Part Number.................34L7387
pesp_n5:
hdisk0
10-60-00-0,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
pesp_n5:
ROS Level and ID............30323537
pesp_n5:
Part Number.................34L7387
pesp_n5:
hdisk1
10-60-00-8,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
pesp_n5:
ROS Level and ID............30323537
pesp_n5:
Part Number.................34L7387
b- SCSI Drives attached to SCSI RAID Controllers
At AIX command line, type:
Diag
Select "Task Selection" from diagnostics menu.
Select "PCI RAID Physical Disk Identify"
Select SCSI RAID Adapter (press enter, then F7 to Commit)
This will display the Vital Product Data for Physical Diak drives attached to the RAID adapter.
If "Product Type" is DMVS , and ROM/RAM
Fields are below 0255(for 80 Pin drives), and below 0257(for 68 Pin drives),
then microcode of drive(s) need to be updated
5.0.0 Downloading and Unpacking the Firmware Update Package From WEB
a) Make a directory on an AIX system to receive the AIX format file.
Enter: mkdir
/tmp/fwupdate
Note: If the directory /tmp/fwupdate
already exists, make sure it is empty before proceeding.
b) Transfer the AIX format file to the /tmp/fwupdate
directory (using "Save as ...").
You'll see the filename is dmvs.bin
c) Unpack the file by executing the instructions below. You will be asked for
the password from the license agreement.
pass =
**RS/6000**
Enter the commands:
cd /tmp/fwupdate
chmod +x dmvs.bin
./dmvs.bin
[Don't overlook the periods (.) in the above command.]
The directory dmvs with these files will be added to /tmp/fwupdate.
DMVS09V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS09V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS09D.A0900660.00020255
DMVS09D.A0900660.00020255
DMVS18V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS18V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS18D.A0900660.00020255
DMVS18D.A0900660.00020255
DMVS36V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS36V.A0900660.00020257
DMVS36D.A0900660.00020255
dmvs.txt
Note: dmvs.txt is a read me file(same as this file), it can be saved or printed for future use.
d-Enter the following command to copy the microcode files to " /etc/microcode " directory :
cp /tmp/fwupdate/dmvs/DMVS*
/etc/microcode
e- Follow the procedure below to copy these file onto diskettes:
Note: Don't overlook the complete path of microcode files, AIX Diag microcode download will not work if files are not
copied with complete path onto the diskette.
Diskette 1:
Enter command
ls /etc/microcode/DMVS09* | backup -ivf /dev/rfd0
This will produce AIX backup diskettes. Label the
diskettes:
" DMVS 9.1GB Microcode Level 0255 and 0257"
Diskette 2:
Enter command
ls /etc/microcode/DMVS18* | backup -ivf /dev/rfd0
This will produce AIX backup diskettes. Label the
diskettes:
" DMVS 18.2GB Microcode Level 0255 and 0257"
Diskette 3:
Enter command
ls /etc/microcode/DMVS36* | backup -ivf /dev/rfd0
This will produce AIX backup diskettes. Label the
diskettes:
" DMVS 36.4GB Microcode Level 0255 and 0257"
The following microcode files are included in the diskettes, use the list below for cross reference:
Size
Model
FRU # or
Assembly Microcode
FRU
ASM#
P/N
Level
Microcode File Name
----------------
-------------------
-----------
---------- -------------
-----------------------------------------
9.1GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-09V
34L7393
34L7387 0257
DMVS09V.A0900660.00020257 |
9.1GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-09V
00P1508
34L7706 0257
DMVS09V.A0900660.00020257 | -------->
Diskette-1 9.1GB
9.1GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-09D
34L7394
34L7388
0255
DMVS09D.A0900660.00020255 |
9.1GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-09D
00P1517
34L7388 0255
DMVS09D.A0900660.00020255 |
18.2GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-18V
34L7391
34L7385
0257
DMVS18V.A0900660.00020257 |
18.2GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-18V
00P1511
34L7704
0257
DMVS18V.A0900660.00020257 |-------->
Diskette-2 18.2GB
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-18D
34L7392
34L7386
0255
DMVS18D.A0900660.00020255 |
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DMVS-18D
00P1520
34L7386
0255
DMVS18D.A0900660.00020255 |
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-36V
34L7389
34L7383
0257
DMVS36V.A0900660.00020257 |
--------> Diskette-3 36.4GB
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-36V
00P1514
34L7703
0257
DMVS36V.A0900660.00020257 |
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DMVS-36D
DMVS36D.A0900660.00020255 |
5.0.1 Downloading File from the Microcode CD-ROM
Copy microcode updates from the CD-ROM to standard locations on your local disk:
1. RPM packaged microcode files will be copied to "/tmp/microcode/RPM"
2. Microcode files will be copied to "/usr/lib/microcode"
Notes:
- "/etc/microcode" is a symbolic link to "/usr/lib/microcode".
- If permission does not allow the copy to the above stated directory
or file then the user will be prompted for a new location.
6.0.0 Microcode Download Procedure-SCSI Drives Attached to SCSI adapter
NOTE: Please save current and older versions of the microcode update files in case you need to restore your system.
Warning: Do not power off the system or the drive during microcode download as this may permanently damage the disk drive
Caution: The microcode download process is nondestructive to the hard disks; however, as a precaution, ensure that a backup operation has been performed on the affected systems PRIOR to the microcode installation.
Can microcode be installed Concurrently?
If the disk is part of rootvg, microcode download can
ONLY be performed in service mode using diagnostics CD. If disk is not part of rootvg, microcode download can be performed cuncurrently as long as drive is not in use.
Is system reboot needed to activate the microcode: Yes
Installation Time: Approximately 20 minutes if drive is part of rootvg(using Diagnostics CD); Approximately 5 minutes/drive if drive is not part of rootvg(using concurrent diagnostics).
Procedure:
1. Properly shutdown the system.
2. Boot up the system in SERVICE mode with the CDROM diagnostics(Use
diagnostics level 4.21 or above; It is recommended to use the same level
of
Diagnostic CD as the AIX ).
3. Select the "Task Selection" from diagnostics menu.
4. Select "Microcode Download" from "Task Selection" menu.
5. Select resource that microcode will be applied to(hdisk?) and PRESS ENTER.
6. Press "F7" to commit.
(The current microcode
level of the resource you selected earlier will be displayed at the top of the
screen)
7. Make the following selections on the next screen:
Select Input Device
--------------------------------------- [ diskette]
Microcode level to download
----------------------------- [ latest]
Download latest level even if
------------------------------ [ yes]
current is missing
NOTE: A prompt will ask you to insert the microcode diskette into the floppy
drive. Insert the diskette which accompanies these instructions. If this level
is already installed in the drive you've selected a message will let you know.
A message will also come up because the diskette does not have the previous
level microcode on the diskette. This is true and is not required to complete
the download.
PRESS "F7" to commit
8. You will receive a msg. "Current Microcode
is" and "Download has completed successfully"
(this may take a
few minutes)
9. Return to the Tasks Selection menu and repeat this procedure for each hard
disk that requires this microcode.
10. Exit diagnostic and reboot system in normal mode.
6.0.1
Microcode Download Procedure-SCSI Drives Attached to RAID Adapter
Warning: Do not power off the system or the drive during microcode
download as this may permanently damage the disk drive
Caution: The microcode download process is nondestructive to the hard
disks; however, as a precaution, ensure that a backup operation has been
performed on the affected systems PRIOR to the microcode installation.
Can microcode be installed Concurrently? yes
Disk drives attached to RAID controllers are not part of rootvg,
therefore microcode download can be performed cuncurrently.
Is system reboot needed to activate the microcode: Yes
Installation Time: Approximately 20 minutes if drive is part of rootvg(using Diagnostics CD); Approximately 5 minutes/drive if drive is not part of rootvg(using concurrent diagnostics).
Procedure:
1. At AIX Command line type:
diag
2. Select the "Task Selection" from diagnostics menu.
3. Select "Microcode Download" from "Task Selection" menu.
4. Select RAID controller from the list of resources,
PRESS ENTER, then F7 to commit
5. Select "Physical Disks" and PRESS ENTER
6. A list of all Physical Disks will be displayed,
select the disk that needs to be upgraded, PRESS ENTER and F7 to commit.
7. Select "Latest level"
8. Select "Diskette", PRESS ENTER
(The current microcode level of
the resource you selected earlier will be displayed at the top of the screen)
9. You will receive a message "Download
has completed successfully" and "Current Microcode
is" (this may take a few minutes).
10. Return to the Previous menu and repeat this
procedure for each hard disk that requires this microcode.
11. Exit diagnostic and reboot system.
6.0.2 Microcode Download Procedure-SP systems
This procedure requires copying microcode files to the appropriate SPOT(s). Therefore, it is HIGHLY recommended that someone with an appropriate level of AIX experience and expertise should perform this task, preferably the System Administrator of person(s) designated as responsible for making software updates to the system.
Warning: Do not power off the system or the drive during microcode download as this may permanently damage the disk drive
Caution: The microcode download process is nondestructive to the hard disks; however, as a precaution, ensure that a backup operation has been performed on the affected systems PRIOR to the microcode installation.
Can microcode be installed Concurrently?
NO. If the disk is part of rootvg
or used as a paging device, microcode download can ONLY be performed while node
is "Network Booted" into "Diagnostic Standalone Mode".
Is system reboot needed to activate the microcode: Yes
Installation Time: Installation time will vary depending upon the system configuration
Procedure for SP System (Nodes):
Note: Make sure that node on which work is to be
performed has been "fenced" from the switch.
1. Obtain proper microcode diskette from from IBM Service Representative.
2. Copy microcode file from diskette onto CWS:
restore -xvq
(file will be copied into
the "etc/microcode" directory)
3. Move microcode file from
"etc/microcode" directory to the appropriate Spot(s) that are used by
the customer for the node(s) to be updated.
ie: /spdata/sys1/install/aix4??/spot/spot_aix4??/usr/lib/microcode
(??= level of AIX on your system)
4. To set the Node(s) to boot from network, from
CWS, run command:
spbootins
-r diag [frame#] [node#] [node count]
(example - - spbootins
-r diag 1 13 1)
5. From Perspectives, perform a
"Shutdown" for the node(s) to be updated.
6. From perspectives screen for node to be updated,
select "Network Boot" and wait for TTY to open to DIAG MENU.
7. Choose "Task Selection".
8. Choose your terminal type.
9. Select "Download Microcode"
10. Select resource that microcode will be applied to(hdisk?) and PRESS ENTER.
11. Press "F7" to commit.
(The current microcode
level of the resource you selected earlier will be displayed at the top of the
screen)
12. In the "Select the input device"
screen, make sure settings are as follows:
Select Input Device
--------------------------------------- [ disk]
Microcode level to
download ----------------------------- [ latest]
Download latest level
even if ------------------------------ [ yes]
current is missing
PRESS "F7" to commit
13. You will receive a msg. "Current
Microcode is" and "Download has completed successfully"
(this may take a
few minutes)
14. On CWS run the following
command:
spbootins
-r disk [frame# [node#] [node count]
15. On CWS, After spbootins finishes, run the following command:
splstdata
-b (check output to see that node in question was set back to disk)
16. On "TTY" screen for node, Press F10
to get to "Shutdown Screen" and close TTY screen.
17. On perspectives screen of affected node, do a
power off of the node and a power on of the node.
18. After node boots, telnet to the node, run the
following command and check that correct microcode level has been updated.
lscfg -vl
hdisk# (ie hdisk0,hdisk1
etc)