Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.0 This technical white paper describes about creating DRM repository using iDRAC inventory and update the repository using scheduled repository search option in DRM 2.
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Table of contents Revisions .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Acknowledgements .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Feedback ..................................................
Acknowledgements This white paper was produced by the following members of the Dell Enterprise Engineering team: Engineering: Palani Raja , Sindhu Murthy Editor : Mainak Roy Feedback We encourage readers of this publication to provide feedback on the quality and usefulness of this by logging information on DRM Techcenter. 4 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Executive summary Dell Repository Manager (DRM) is an application that facilitates IT Administrators to effortlessly plan and manage system updates. Dell Repository Manager enables to create custom software pools known as bundles and repositories of Dell Update Packages (DUPs). These bundles and repositories allow the deployment of multiple updates at once. Additionally, the Dell Repository Manager makes it easier to locate specific updates for a particular platform which saves time. .
1 Introduction Dell Repository Manager (DRM) is an application that allows IT Administrators to easily manage system updates. Dell Repository Manager provides a searchable interface used to create custom software collections known as bundles and repositories of Dell Update Packages (DUPs). These bundles and repositories allow for the deployment of multiple firmware updates at once.
2 Purpose and scope The purpose of this white paper is to guide the customers in updating servers with the latest drivers, firmware and application regularly, which is discovered by iDRAC inventory using Dell Repository Manager scheduled repository search option. This paper covers how to use Dell Repository Manager (DRM) to create a custom repository of updates, by using the system’s inventory provided by iDRAC. 7 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
3 Terminology The following terms will be used throughout this document Dell Change Management Terminology Dell Update Catalog Dell Update Package Bundle Component Source (Repository) Local Repository 8 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.0 A metadata file to define all elements of a Dell update repository. The catalog file is in XML format or a .cab file containing a catalog XML file. For Dell server platforms, the Dell online catalog file is Catalog.
4 Creating and updating iDRAC Repository using DRM Here, we discuss about the procedure of creating iDRAC repository using DRM. 4.1 Procedure to Create and update iDRAC repository using DRM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. You can create iDRAC Repository using DRM with the discovered models. Go to “Search Dell Support Site” option in “My Repository” tab. Select the repository and then select "Schedule Repository Search" option in the action pane. Select the bundles in the repository.
4.2 Create DRM repository using iDRAC inventory Figure 1 Dell Repository Manager Data Center Version Wizard From the Start menu, open All Programs and select Dell Repository Manager Data center Version. 10 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 2 Launch Dell iDRAC Inventory wizard. From the New drop-down menu, Select Dell iDRAC inventory option. 11 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 3 Create Repository for Dell iDRAC Wizard. Create iDRAC repository by any name. 12 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 4 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Click Next. 13 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 5 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Select Dell Online Catalog, and then click Next. 14 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 6 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Provide iDRAC IP and Credential details. 15 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 7 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. After IP and Credentials of iDRAC provided, click Connect. The following are the default Dell iDRAC credentials, Username: root Password: calvin 16 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Dell iDRAC Inventory wizard appears once the connection established successfully. Figure 8 17 Dell IDRAC Inventory Wizard. Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 9 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Discovered machines are listed in the System section. 18 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 10 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Click Next. 19 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 11 Create Repository for Dell IDRAC Wizard. Click Finish. 20 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 12 Comparing Updates wizard. Figure 13 New repository from inventory wizard. Click Close. 21 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 14 New Bundles created on iDRAC repository . iDRAC Repository created with supported bundles for the selected platforms . 22 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 15 DRM My Repositories wizard. Select iDRAC Repository, and then select Schedule Repository Search option in Action pane. 23 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 16 Schedule Repository Search Wizard. Click Next. 24 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 17 Schedule Repository Search Wizard. Click Next. 25 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 18 Schedule Repository Search Wizard. Click Next. 26 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 19 Schedule Repository Search Wizard. Click Next. 27 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 20 Schedule Repository Search Wizard. Click Finish. 28 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 21 Email settings wizard. Use SMTP server IP and credential details to configure SMTP. 29 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 22 Email settings wizard. Use Microsoft Exchange server IP and credential details to configure Microsoft Exchange. 30 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
Figure 23 Task Creation Wizard. Click Yes. Figure 24 Automatic Search Wizard. Click OK. 31 Creating and updating iDRAC repository using DRM 2.
5 Additional resources Support.dell.com is focused on meeting your needs with proven services and support. DellTechCenter.com is an IT Community where you can connect with Dell Customers and Dell employees for the purpose of sharing knowledge, best practices, and information about Dell products and installations. Referenced or recommended Dell publications: Install Guide : http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/19/Products/software/ent_sys_mgmt/ent_sys_mgmt_r epository_mngr User Guide http://www.dell.
