Flash Bios Utility - Prioris ZX 6000MP Series User Manual

Flash BIOS Utility

All Prioris ZX 6000MP Series servers come equipped with flash memory. If you
are instructed to update or restore the server's BIOS, use the flash utility. The
flash utility and BIOS updates are available on the Digital Bulletin Board (BBS).
For access to the Digital BBS in the USA, dial (508) 496-8800. Read the
README file first for flash utility instructions.
NOTE:
with the new version of the BIOS. This might also impact the Quick
Launch CD-ROM version.
SCSIselect
Prioris ZX 6000MP Series servers come with a factory installed Adaptec 2940W
SCSI controller and a SCSIselect utility. This utility enables you to change host
controller settings without opening your server.
To access the SCSIselect utility:
Press CTRL + A when the BIOS banner appears during the server boot process.
NOTE:
until the banner appears for the specific controller being
configured, then press [Ctrl] + [A].
ServerMaker
ServerMaker is a tool that provides information about Prioris server
configurations. This tool is available on the Quick Launch CD-ROM disk. For
more information, refer to the ServerMaker Release Notes manual.
The ServerMaker tool is also used to determine if the secondary power supply
can be used as a redundant power supply. For more information, refer to the
ServerMaker Release Notes manual.
If you replace the BIOS, make sure the SCU is compatible
If multiple Adaptec SCSI controllers are installed, wait
Server Configuration
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