cd /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin./update_flash -f /tmp/fwupdate/3Fyymmdd.imgAttention: Do not overlook the periods (.) in the commands shown above. AIX commands arecase-sensitive. Type them exactly as shown.The firmware update is complete.If the system is running Linux, refer to the detailed instructions with the latest image that are provided onCORE or the WebYou will be asked for confirmation to proceed with the firmware update and the required reboot. If youconfirm, the system will apply the new firmware, reboot, and return to the AIX prompt. This may take up toten minutes depending on the configuration of the system.Attention: On some systems, the message Wait for rebooting before stopping may display on thesystem console. Do not turn off the system until the system has fully rebooted to the AIX login prompt. If ashutdown is necessary at that time, log in as root user and issue the shutdown command.While the update is in progress, you will see Rebooting... on the display for several minutes.The firmware update is complete.Updating System Firmware from the Service Processor MenusThis procedure requires a diskette drive to be installed in the system. This procedure also requires a set offirmware update diskettes in backup format.The service processor menus are available while the system is powered off. As a privileged user, from theservice processor main menu, select Service Processor Setup, then select Reprogram Flash EPROMMenu. The update process requests update diskettes as needed.Updating System Firmware from the AIX Service AidsNote: This service aid is supported only in online diagnostics.Refer to the detailed instructions that are provided on CORE or the web with the latest image.Note: Because the system always reboots itself during this type of firmware update process, the updateprocess can take from 20 to 60 minutes.Updating System Firmware from the AIX Command LineRefer to the detailed instructions that are provided on the Web site with the latest image.Note: The update process can take up to 60 minutes, and the system reboots itself during the updateprocess.Updating System Firmware from a NIM ServerRefer to “Running Standalone Diagnostics from a Network Installation Management (NIM) Server” onpage 87.Recovery ModeIf the service processor detects that its programming has been corrupted when it is powering up tostandby mode, it will enter recovery mode. In recovery mode, it will ask for the firmware update diskettesby putting eight-digit codes on the operator panel.56 pSeries 610 Model 6C3 and Model 6E3 User’s Guide
