LSI Logic MegaRAID SAS Controller Firmware Update for Linux

NOTE TO SERVICE - Reference RETAIN H19554, RETAIN H19519 and RETAIN H19286

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CONTENTS
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1.0  Overview
2.0  Installation and setup instructions
     2.1 Updating the firmware
     2.2 Troubleshooting tips
3.0  Configuration information 
4.0  Unattended mode
5.0  Web site and support phone number
6.0  Notices and trademarks
7.0  Disclaimer


1.0  Overview
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  1.1    This update includes a new firmware update for the LSI Logic MegaRAID 8480 SAS 
         controller.  
  
  1.2    Limitations
         - None

  1.3    Problem(s) fixed:
         - See change history for more details.

  1.4    Level of Recommendations and Prerequisites for the update:
          - None

  1.5    Dependencies
          - None
	
  1.6    Update Contents
   		o  lsi_fw_megasas_1.03.20-0225_linux_32-64.bin
                   - Flash update package
   		o  lsi_fw_megasas_1.03.20-0225_linux_32-64.chg
                   - Change history

     		     
2.0  Installation and setup instructions
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  This package can be used with several of IBM's update management tools, including IBM 
  UpdateXpress Manager, IBM UpdateXpress System Packs, and IBM Director.

  It can also be used as a standalone executable package.  


  2.1 Updating the firmware
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  To use this update as a standalone package, run the executible and follow the prompts 
  that lead you through the update.

  To use this package with of of IBM's update management tools, follow the instructions
  that come with your particular tool.


  2.2 Troubleshooting tips
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  None


3.0  Configuration information
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  For detailed setup instructions for your controller, refer to the documentation on the
  "LSI Logic MegaRAID Universal Software" CD.


4.0  Unattended Mode
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  To run this package in unattended mode, use the following command:

	lsi_fw_megasas_1.03.20-0225_linux_32-64.bin -s
                    

5.0  Web site and support phone number
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  o  You can download new and updated files for IBM products from the IBM Support Web 
     site:

     http://www.ibm.com/support/us
     
  o  For the latest list of supported systems and operating systems, see the IBM Server 
     Proven Web site:
     
     http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/
     
     For supported information on legacy (non-shipping) systems, see:
     
     http://www.ibm.com/servers/eserver/serverproven/compat/us/oldservers.html
      
  o  With the original purchase of an IBM hardware product, you have access to extensive 
     support coverage.  During the IBM hardware product warranty period, you may call the 
     IBM Personal Computer HelpCenter (1-800-IBM-SERV in the U.S.) for hardware product 
     assistance covered under the terms of the IBM hardware warranty.


6.0  Trademarks and Notices
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  IBM and ServeRAID are trademarks or registered trademark of International 
  Business Machines Corporation in the United States and other countries.

  Adaptec and HostRAID are trademarks or registered trademarks of Adaptec, Inc
  in the United States and other countries.

  Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States and
  other countries.

  Novell, NetWare, and SUSE are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc. in the
  United States and other countries.

  Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks
  of others.


7.0  Disclaimer
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