How to update the E-Series controller firmware (E2700)?





Note

This article is applicable for previous NetApp E2700 and models not having web Santricity. 

For web based E2800 Santricity, please refer to the following article: 

Nice to know: How can I find and download the Firmware for my NetApp DSA unit?


Step-by-step guide


Prerequisites:
- Santricity has been installed.
- E-Series has been scanned and added to Santricity.


Updating Controller Firmware:
- Open the Santricity software.
- Click on the Setup Tab.
- Click on Manage Storage Array.

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- Click on the Support Tab and select Download Firmware.

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- Select the type of firmware that requires the upgrade and choose “ok”.

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The system will automatically perform a “Pre-Upgrade Check” before allowing the firmware download. Select “Ok” on the
“Pre-Upgrade Check” window. 

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On the Firmware Download page browse to the Controller firmware file, select the “Transfer NVSRAM File with Controller
Firmware” checkbox, browse to the NVSRAM file, and select “Transfer”.
Note: Files can be activated at a later time to provide minimal peak hour downtime.

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