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Using Proxy FTP Server
Lifecycle Controller can be used to perform updates with firmware available at ftp.dell.com, or by
using an internal, or service provider’s FTP server when you are connected to the Internet through a
proxy server.
Before performing the update, make sure the following prerequisites are met:
 Network settings are configured (Lifecycle Controller Settings Network Settings).
 Updates are downloaded using the Dell Repository Manager and the repository is
created on an internal FTP server.
 The proxy server supports either HTTP or SOCKS4 protocols.
 Information related to proxy server such as IP address or host name of the proxy server,
login credentials, and the port number are readily available.
To update the platform using the Dell FTP server:
1. Launch Lifecycle Controller: Press <F10> key within 10 seconds of the logo being displayed during
boot.
2. Click Platform Update Launch Platform Update.
The Select Update Repository page is displayed.
Select Update Repository Figure 11.