LSI Logic PERC3/DCL, PERC3/DC, PERC3/QC, PERC3/SC, v.198U, A30
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Version: 198U
Version: 198U
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Fixes & Enhancements
Current Firmware - 198U
(Previous - 197O)
Current BIOS - 3.35
(Previous - 3.35)
Current Ctrl-M - U827
(Previous - U821)
Current Boot Block - 1.7.7Dell
(Previous - 1.7.6Dell)
NOTE: This firmware contains all of the fixes and enhancements included with PERC3 firmware version 198S. It also resolves line item number 7 noted in Fixes below.
Fixes
1. Fixed an issue that optimized cache flush algorithms while switching between no read-ahead to read-ahead cache modes.
2. Modified the Fast Initialization function to delete all operation system partition table information.
3. Fixed an issue that caused PERC3 controllers to take a long time to boot with PowerVault 210 enclosures.
4. Fixed a SES Timeout error caused by a media error recovery defect in cluster mode on a PERC4/DC and a PERC3/DC.
5. Modified Ctrl-M to clear physical drive media error count upon drive replacement.
Note: System must be powered on during the drive replacement in order for media errors to be cleared.
6. Modified caching algorithms to not switch from Write-back to Write-through during a battery fast charge.
7. Fixed possible hang condition unique to PERC3 controllers running firmware version 198S, resulting in SES Timeout errors or system lockup.
Enhancements
1. Added Patrol Read feature. Patrol Read involves the review of the system for possible hard drive errors that could lead to drive failure, then action to correct the errors. The goal is to protect data integrity by detecting physical drive failures before the failures can damage data. Patrol Read adjusts the amount of RAID controller resources dedicated to Patrol Read operations based on outstanding disk I/O.
2. Added Rebuild Checkpoint feature. The Dell PERC firmware has a feature to resume a rebuild on a physical drive in case of an abrupt power loss or if the server rebooted in the middle of a rebuild operation.
3. Enhanced write algorithms to increase I/O performance for RAID 5 and RAID 50 virtual disks using four or more disks that are configured to use write-through write cache mode.
Firmware upgrade while controller is doing background I/O task:
The firmware upgrade may fail if any of the RAID controllers in the system are performing an I/O background task. (ie. check consistency, background initialization, rebuild, or reconstruction). Allow the background task to complete before attempting to upgrade the firmware. Patrol Read tasks will not affect a firmware upgrade. Current RAID configuration will not be modified or cleared during the Firmware Upgrade process.
Read More(Previous - 197O)
Current BIOS - 3.35
(Previous - 3.35)
Current Ctrl-M - U827
(Previous - U821)
Current Boot Block - 1.7.7Dell
(Previous - 1.7.6Dell)
NOTE: This firmware contains all of the fixes and enhancements included with PERC3 firmware version 198S. It also resolves line item number 7 noted in Fixes below.
Fixes
1. Fixed an issue that optimized cache flush algorithms while switching between no read-ahead to read-ahead cache modes.
2. Modified the Fast Initialization function to delete all operation system partition table information.
3. Fixed an issue that caused PERC3 controllers to take a long time to boot with PowerVault 210 enclosures.
4. Fixed a SES Timeout error caused by a media error recovery defect in cluster mode on a PERC4/DC and a PERC3/DC.
5. Modified Ctrl-M to clear physical drive media error count upon drive replacement.
Note: System must be powered on during the drive replacement in order for media errors to be cleared.
6. Modified caching algorithms to not switch from Write-back to Write-through during a battery fast charge.
7. Fixed possible hang condition unique to PERC3 controllers running firmware version 198S, resulting in SES Timeout errors or system lockup.
Enhancements
1. Added Patrol Read feature. Patrol Read involves the review of the system for possible hard drive errors that could lead to drive failure, then action to correct the errors. The goal is to protect data integrity by detecting physical drive failures before the failures can damage data. Patrol Read adjusts the amount of RAID controller resources dedicated to Patrol Read operations based on outstanding disk I/O.
2. Added Rebuild Checkpoint feature. The Dell PERC firmware has a feature to resume a rebuild on a physical drive in case of an abrupt power loss or if the server rebooted in the middle of a rebuild operation.
3. Enhanced write algorithms to increase I/O performance for RAID 5 and RAID 50 virtual disks using four or more disks that are configured to use write-through write cache mode.
Firmware upgrade while controller is doing background I/O task:
The firmware upgrade may fail if any of the RAID controllers in the system are performing an I/O background task. (ie. check consistency, background initialization, rebuild, or reconstruction). Allow the background task to complete before attempting to upgrade the firmware. Patrol Read tasks will not affect a firmware upgrade. Current RAID configuration will not be modified or cleared during the Firmware Upgrade process.
Version
198U, A30
Release date
17 Oct 2005
Download Type
Firmware
Category
SCSI RAID
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Available formats
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name: RAID_FRMW_WIN_R107405.EXE
File Size: 1.85 MB
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Format Description:
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MD5:
BF0179E2852DCB2DE0F145D60863D57F
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File Format: One or more self extracting disk images inside of a self extracting zip
File Name: P3FW198U-A30.exe
File Size: 1.04 MB
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File Format: A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name: RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN.sign
File Size: 194 Bytes
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The GnuPG signature for Red Hat Linux Update Package can be used to authenticate Dell's identity in the correlated Red Hat Linux Update Package.
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File Format: External release notes
File Name: perc3-FW198U-A30.txt
File Size: 8.28 KB
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File Format: Update Package for Red Hat Linux
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File Size: 1.6 MB
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Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
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Applies to
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CERC ATA 100
PERC 4/DC
PERC 4/SC
PERC3/SC
Installation instructions
Custom Instructions for P3FW198U-A30.exe:
This program creates a bootable diskette to upgrade the firmware of the
controllers. You will need a formatted 3 1/2 inch floppy diskette for the
following procedure.
1) Download the file to a directory on your hard drive. The file downloaded is
a self extracting executable.
2) Insert a blank diskette into the system's diskette drive.
3) Double click on the file that you downloaded and follow the instructions on
the screen to extract the files to the diskette.
4) Insert the diskette into the system with the RAID controller for which you
want to update the firmware and boot the system.
5) Follow the instructions on the screen to update the firmware.
NOTICE: Pflash.exe will be executed automatically and will report existing code
level and prompt you to reconfirm before starting the firmware upgrade
process.
To perform this process in non-interactive mode please execute,
Pflash /?
and read about possible command line switches.
6) Remove the diskette and reboot the system.
Custom Instructions for perc3-FW198U-A30.txt:
Download the readme file to view information about this release.
Instructions for RAID_FRMW_WIN_R107405.EXE:
Download
1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Instructions for RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN:
Download
1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Read over the release information presented by executing the ./RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN --version command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Run the update by executing ./RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN from the shell.
4. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions for RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN.sign:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the "File Download" window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Import the Dell public key. (You only need to do once on your system.)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN.sign
This program creates a bootable diskette to upgrade the firmware of the
controllers. You will need a formatted 3 1/2 inch floppy diskette for the
following procedure.
1) Download the file to a directory on your hard drive. The file downloaded is
a self extracting executable.
2) Insert a blank diskette into the system's diskette drive.
3) Double click on the file that you downloaded and follow the instructions on
the screen to extract the files to the diskette.
4) Insert the diskette into the system with the RAID controller for which you
want to update the firmware and boot the system.
5) Follow the instructions on the screen to update the firmware.
NOTICE: Pflash.exe will be executed automatically and will report existing code
level and prompt you to reconfirm before starting the firmware upgrade
process.
To perform this process in non-interactive mode please execute,
Pflash /?
and read about possible command line switches.
6) Remove the diskette and reboot the system.
Custom Instructions for perc3-FW198U-A30.txt:
Download the readme file to view information about this release.
Instructions for RAID_FRMW_WIN_R107405.EXE:
Download
1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Instructions for RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN:
Download
1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Read over the release information presented by executing the ./RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN --version command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Run the update by executing ./RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN from the shell.
4. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions for RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN.sign:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the "File Download" window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Import the Dell public key. (You only need to do once on your system.)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, RAID_FRMW_LX_R107405.BIN.sign
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