User guide

Chapter

Updating the Firmware

The ROMs on all Compaq servers and most Compaq options can be updated

easily. This is done by flashing the ROM using a special Compaq utility called

ROMPaq, which replaces the existing contents of the ROM with another

version stored in a disk file. This is a convenient way to distribute new

firmware to keep Compaq products updated with the latest capabilities.

There are two ROMPaq utilities:

System ROMPaq for updating the system ROM in all Compaq servers

supporting Flash ROM. Use System ROMPaq when

installing a new Smart Array 431 Controller in a Compaq

server to be sure that the server can utilize all the

capabilities of the Smart Array 431 Controller.

Options ROMPaq for updating the onboard ROM on all Compaq options that

support flashing. Use Options ROMPaq when new

versions of the Smart Array 431 Controller firmware or

SCSI drive firmware become available to take advantage

of expanded capabilities.

IMPORTANT: Before you install the new Smart Array 431 Controller in your server, you

must run System ROMPaq to update the system firmware. Use the following instructions

to create diskettes with the latest version of System ROMPaq from the Compaq

SmartStart and Support Software CD (supplied with the Smart Array 431 Controller).