When running from standalone diagnostics, the flash update image file is copied to
the file system from diskette. The user needs to provide the image on a diskette
since the user does not have access to remote file systems or any other files that
are on the system. If enough space is not available, an error is reported stating
additional system memory is needed. After the file is copied, a warning screen asks
for confirmation to continue the update flash. Continuing the update flash reboots
the system. The current flash image is not saved.
The update_flash command can be used in place of this service aid. It is located in
the /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin directory.
Attention: The update_flash command reboots the entire system. Do not use
this command if more than one user is signed onto the system.
Update System Flash
Note: Runs on RSPC system units only.
This selection updates the system flash for RSPC systems.
The user provides a valid binary image either on diskette or qualified path name.
The diskettes can be in DOS or a backup format.
The flash update image is copied to the /var file system. If there is not enough
space in the file system for the flash update image file, an error will be reported. If
this occurs, increase the file size of the /var file system. The current flash image is
not saved. The command automatically removes the /var/update_flash_image.
After user confirmation, the command will reboot the system twice to complete the
flash update.
7135 RAIDiant Array Service Aid
The 7135 RAIDiant Array service aids contain the following functions:
Certify LUN
This selection reads and checks each block of data in the LUN. If excessive
errors are encountered the user is notified.
Certify Spare Physical Disk
This selection allows the user to certify (check the integrity of the data) on drives
designated as spares.
Format Physical Disk
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