IBM
pSeries Servers
Microcode Update for Ultrastar
DDYS 9.1/18.2/36.4GB
Microcode Level SB0A
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 the RPM
Format File to the Target Server
5.0.2 Downloading File 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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This microcode is for use in the following SCSI hard disk drive:
Size
Model FRU #
or Assembly
FRU ASM# P/N
--------------
------------ -----------
---------
9.1GB (68 Pin)
DDYS-T09170N
07N3778 07N3821
9.1GB (80 Pin)
DDYS-T09170M
07N3784 07N3851
9.1GB (80 Pin)
DDYS-T09170M
00P1517 07N3852
18.2GB(68 Pin) DDYS-T18350N
07N3776 07N3811
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T18350M
07N3782 07N3841
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T18350M
09P3823 07N3844
18.2GB(80 Pin) DDYS-T18350M
00P1520 07N3842
36.4GB(68 Pin) DDYS-T36950N
07N3774 07N3801
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
07N3780 07N3831
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
09P3826 07N3834
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
00P1519 07N3832
|
Release date |
Change Description |
|
9/2002 |
Code level SB0A, |
|
9/2001 |
Code level S9RA, |
|
5/2001 |
Code level S9HA: |
|
10/2000 |
Code level S96F: Fixes and enhancement to improve disk
drive reliability and logic changes to prevent conditions that may result in
a possible |
|
8/2000 |
Code level S93H-Original Release |
SUBJECT: IBM pSeries
Servers Ultrastar DDYS 9.1/18.2/36.4
GB Internal SCSI Hard Disk Drive
Microcode Update Level SB0A
******* PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE
NOTICE *********
This package contains microcode files ONLY for pSeries internal SCSI disk
drives(under the hood),
it does NOT include files for external disk
drives(external storage boxes and drawers)
SP NOTE: Some of these drives are used in pSeries (RS/6000)-SP2 systems, however, microcode files for SP sytems are available only on internal IBM database (CORE). You need the necessary files from your local IBM Serivce Representative. The SP2 procedure requires copying microcode files to the appropriate SPOT(s). Therefore, it is highly recommended that, while the IBM Service Representative will provide the microcode, someone with an appropriate level of AIX experience and expertise performs the update, preferably the System Administrator or person(s) designated as responsible for making software updates to the system.
NOTE: Please verify the following values for this microcode file:
ddys-sb0a.rpm
DDYS-T0.415A3030.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T0.415A3034.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T0.415A3035.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 10684
DDYS-T1.415A3030.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T1.415A3034.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T1.415A3035.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 10684
DDYS-T1.415A3036.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 26127
DDYS-T3.415A3030.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T3.415A3034.53423041
Size: 294912 bytes Checksum: 24366
DDYS-T3.415A3035.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 10684
DDYS-T3.415A3036.53423041 Size: 294912
bytes Checksum: 26127
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
hdisk8
10-78-00-10,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
Manufacturer.........................IBM
Machine Type and
Model......DDYS-T09170N
FRU
Number........................07N3778
ROS Level and ID................53423041
Serial
Number......................VDL27233
EC
Level..............................F79851
Part
Number.........................07N3821
Device
Specific.(Z0).............000003029F00013A
Device
Specific.(Z1).............07N4922
Device
Specific.(Z2).............0933
Device
Specific.(Z3).............00045
Device
Specific.(Z4).............0001
Device Specific.(Z5).............22
Device Specific.(Z6).............F79851
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 "53423041", this
microcode applies.If this level is already installed
then the "ROS Level and ID...." shows:
"53423041"
Note: Drive microcode level is displayed in Hex value of ASCII charactors in VPD data. Each alpha-numeric ASCII charactor converts to a 2-digit hex
number. For example in VPD displayed above, 53 Hex= ASCII chractor S; 42 Hex= ASCII charactor B ; 30 Hex=ASCII charactor
0(zero); 41 Hex=ASCII charactor A Microcode level is
SB0A.
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............53423041
pesp_n1:
Part Number.................07N3821
pesp_n5:
hdisk0
10-60-00-0,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
pesp_n5:
ROS Level and ID............53423041
pesp_n5:
Part Number.................07N3821
pesp_n5:
hdisk1
10-60-00-8,0 16 Bit LVD SCSI Disk Drive (9100 MB)
pesp_n5:
ROS Level and ID............53423041
pesp_n5:
Part Number.................07N3821
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 DDYS , and ROM/RAM
Fields are below SB0A, 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/microcode
b) Transfer the AIX format file to the /tmp/microcode
directory (using "Save as ...").
You'll see the filename is ddys.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/microcode
chmod +x ddys.bin
./ddys.bin
[Don't overlook the periods (.) in the above command.]
The directory ddys with these files will be added to /tmp/microcode.
DDYS-T0.415A3030.53423041
DDYS-T0.415A3035.53423041
DDYS-T0.415A3034.53423041
DDYS-T1.415A3030.53423041
DDYS-T1.415A3035.53423041
DDYS-T1.415A3036.53423041
DDYS-T1.415A3034.53423041
DDYS-T3.415A3030.53423041
DDYS-T3.415A3035.53423041
DDYS-T3.415A3036.53423041
DDYS-T3.415A3034.53423041
ddys.txt
Note: ddys.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/microcode/ddys/DDYS*
/etc/microcode
e- Copy microcode file onto floppy diskette
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. Enter the following
command to copy microcode file(s) onto a floppy diskette
ls /etc/microcode/ microcodefilename | backup -ivf /dev/rfd0
where microcodefilename is microcode file that
is needed, for example:
ls /etc/microcode/ DDYS-T0.415A3030.53423041
| backup -ivf /dev/rfd0
The following microcode files are included in the diskettes, use the list below to find the right file for you disk drive.
Size
Model
FRU # or Assembly
FRU ASM#
P/N
Microcode File Name
-------------------
--------------------
------------- --------------
--------------------------------------
9.1GB (68 Pin)
DDYS-T09170N
07N3778
07N3821 DDYS-T0.415A3030.53423041
9.1GB (80 Pin)
DDYS-T09170M
07N3784
07N3851 DDYS-T0.415A3035.53423041
9.1GB (80 Pin)
DDYS-T09170M
00P1517
07N3852 DDYS-T0.415A3034.53423041
18.2GB(68 Pin)
DDYS-T18350N
07N3776
07N3811 DDYS-T1.415A3030.53423041
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T18350M
07N3782
07N3841 DDYS-T1.415A3035.53423041
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T18350M
09P3823
07N3844 DDYS-T1.415A3036.53423041
18.2GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T18350M
00P1520
07N3842 DDYS-T1.415A3034.53423041
36.4GB(68 Pin)
DDYS-T36950N
07N3774
07N3801 DDYS-T3.415A3030.53423041
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
07N3780
07N3831 DDYS-T3.415A3035.53423041
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
09P3826
07N3834 DDYS-T3.415A3036.53423041
36.4GB(80 Pin)
DDYS-T36950M
00P1519
07N3832 DDYS-T3.415A3034.53423041
5.0.1
Downloading the RPM Format File to the Target Server
Use this method to download to an AIX system:
Note: The instructions that follow are specific AIX commands. AIX commands are CASE (lower and upper) SENSITIVE, and must be entered exactly as shown, including filenames.
a) Make a directory on an AIX system to receive the RPM format file.
Enter: mkdir
/tmp/microcode
b) Transfer the RPM format file to the /tmp/microcode
directory (using "Save as ...").
You'll see the filename is ddys-sb0a.rpm
c) Unpack the file by executing the instructions below:
Enter the commands:
rpm -ihv
--ignoreos ddys-sb0a.rpm
The file size and checksum will be verified.
The microcode files will be added to /etc/microcode/
5.0.2 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
Warning: Do not power off the system or the drive during microcode download as this may permanently damage the disk drive
NOTE: Please save current and older versions of the microcode update files in case you need to restore your system.
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?
AIX level 5.1 and above supports concurrent microcode download on all drives,
including drives that are part of rootvg.
AIX level 4.33 and below does not support concurrent microcode download if
drive is part of rootvg, microcode download can ONLY
be performed in service mode(stand alone) 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 if stand alone diagnostics is used, NO if concurrent diagnostics is used.
Installation Time: Approximately 20 minutes/drive if stand alone diagnostics is used(using Diagnostics CD); Approximately 5 minutes/drive if consurrent diagnostics is used.
Procedure(AIX level 4.33 and
below):
a- Online(Concurrent) Diagnostics(for drives that are not part of rootvg or paging space):
1. This step is optional. Microcode download can be performed either from
Diskette or from Disk.To copy files from the diskette
to disk, place the diskette containing microcode files into diskette drive A,
at AIX Prompt type restore
2- At AIX prompt, type diag
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]
<---------- Disk can be used if "restore" command is used in
step 1
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(if Diskette is selected above). 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 also may come up to let
you know that the Diskette(or Disk) does not have the
previous level microcode file. 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.
b- Standalone Diagnostics (for all drives
including rootvg or paging space drives):
1. Properly shutdown the system.
2. Boot up the system in standalone diagnostics 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 also may come up to let you know that the Diskette(or
Disk) does not have the previous level microcode file. 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.
Procedure (AIX level 5.1 and above):
1. Type diag at the prompt.
2. Select the "Task Selection" from diagnostics menu.
3. Select "Microcode Download" from "Task Selection" menu.
4. Select resource that microcode will be applied to(hdisk?) and press ENTER, then
press "F7" to commit..
5- A small screen displays the message " *** NOTICE***
The microcode installation occurs while the attached drives are avilable for use..... "
Press enter to continue
6. Select the source for microcode, use arrow key to go up/down, Enter to continue.
/etc/microcode
diskette
- Use /etc/microcode if
"restore" command is used to copy files from diskette onto the disk
- Use diskette if using diskette as the source for download
NOTE: A prompt will ask you to insert the microcode diskette in diskette drive(if Diskette is selected above). Insert the diskette and press ENTER
7- Display shows a list of microcodes avilable for the selected drive, highlight option "M ST3xxx...", the latest microcode for the drive listed below and press ENTER. A message may warn you that current level of microcode is not available on the media, press ENTER to continue.
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 if needed).
6.0.1 Microcode Download Procedure-SCSI Drives Attached to RAID Adapter
NOTE: Please save current and older versions of the microcode update files in case you need to restore your system.
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 "Disk" if files are copied to
/etc/microcode directory. Select "Diskette" if microcode files are
saved onto a 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 SCSI
Disk Drive 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
NOTE: Please save current and older versions of the microcode update files in case you need to restore your system.
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. See Section 3.0.1.
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 your 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).