Updating BIOS on Dell 12G PowerEdge Servers
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Enter a number to poll JobID or to exit. (1,2,etc):
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JobStatus = Scheduled
Message = Task successfully scheduled.
MessageArguments = NA
MessageID = JCP001
Name = update:DCIM:INSTALLED#701__BIOS.Setup.1-1
Repeat get JobStatus command for JID_267336093962? (yes, no):
Select the number corresponding to your job and it will list of the current status of the job.
The script performs two steps. The first step is to monitor the status of the job associated with the
update. When it detects the status is “completed”, it monitors the status of the data sync. At this
time, the update has been executed and the device is running the new firmware level.
BIOS update using Repository Manager
Dell Repository Manager is an application that allows IT administrators to easily manage system
updates. Repository Manager provides an easy-to-use, searchable interface to create custom
collections known as bundles and repositories of Dell Update Packages (DUPs).
For more information on Repository Manager, refer to the techcenter link below.
http://en.community.dell.com/techcenter/systems-management/w/wiki/1767.repository-
manager.aspx
BIOS update using Dell Management Plug-In for VMware vCenter
The Dell Management Plug-in for VMware vCenter is designed to streamline the management
processes in your data center environment by allowing you to use VMware vCenter to manage your
entire infrastructure - both physical and virtual. From firmware updates to bare-metal deployment,
the Dell Management Plug-In for VMware vCenter will expand and enrich your data center
management experience with Dell PowerEdge servers.
For more information on the Dell Management Plug-In for VMware vCenter, refer to the following
link:
http://en.community.dell.com/techcenter/systems-management/w/wiki/1961.aspx
BIOS update using Dell Chassis Management Controller (CMC)
The Dell Chassis Management Controller (CMC) is a systems management hardware and software
solution for managing multiple Dell blade chassis. The CMC, which is a hot-pluggable module that sits
in the back of a Dell blade Chassis, provides a secure web / browser-based interface that enables an
