User's Manual
• Download the currently installed version of drivers, BIOS, and firmware, so that you have a backup plan in case
of any issues.
• Make sure that you have a backup of operating system files or system configuration files stored on a system
other than the one you are updating.
• Make sure that the updates are planned for and performed by the system administrator who knows which
applications could be affected.
• Before updating all systems, perform the upgrade on one nonessential system to test the update.
• Do not run other applications while executing DUPs.
• Do not shut down the system while an update is in progress.
• Make sure that the system reboots without power interruption after performing a BIOS update.
• Do not close any terminal console windows used for performing the DUP CLI execution, while DUP executions
are in progress.
Other Documents You May Need
To access other documents go to support.dell.com/manuals and select the product or use the direct link on the
Dell
Systems Management Tools and Documentation DVD
.
• Dell OpenManage
Legacy Compatibility Guide
NOTE
: You do not need to install Dell OpenManage Server Administrator on the system to run DUPs.
•
Dell Server Update Utility User's Guide
•
Dell OpenManage Deployment Toolkit (DTK) User's Guide
•
Dell OpenManage IT Assistant User’s Guide
•
Dell Systems Software Support Matrix
•
Glossary
•
Dell Repository Manager Users Guide
•
Man page for DKMS from linux.dell.com/dkms/manpage.html
Contacting Dell
NOTE
: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice,
packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and
product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer
service issues:
1. Visit
support.dell.com.
2. Select your support category.
3. If you are not a U.S. customer, select your country code at the bottom of the support.dell.com page, or select All to
see more choices.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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