Users Guide

7
Frequently asked questions
This section lists some frequently asked questions about DSU.
NOTE: Starting DSU 1.4, the 10th generation of PowerEdge servers are not supported. This is applicable to the content in
Linux repository and catalogs.
Can I use the catalog location option and point it at catalog.cab on the
local system?
DSU supports catalog in .cab, .xml, and .gz formats.
NOTE: .cab, .xml, and .gz catalog formats are supported on Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. .cab format is not
supported on Linux Operating Systems, but .xml and .gz catalog formats are supported.
How can I select an update in the given list?
Type the number displayed against the update, to select the update. An asterisk (*) is displayed corresponding to the update after it
is selected.
How can I cancel an update already selected in the given list?
It works like a toggle button. For example, if update number 7 is already selected (an asterisk (*) is displayed corresponding to the
update after it is selected), and now if you select 7 as an option, it gets cancelled.
After I select the required updates, how to start the update process?
After you selected the required updates, type c option to start the update procedure.
Can I select more than one update?
Yes, you can select more than one update at a time. You can provide update numbers one by one as an option to select multiple
updates.
Can I select all updates at the same time?
Yes, you can select all updates at a time. Select a option and press enter, all the updates get selected.
Can I cancel all updates at the same time?
Yes, you can cancel all updates at a time. Select q option and press enter, all updates get deselected.
Can I select multiple updates at the same time using a single option in
the command?
No, you cannot select multiple updates. However you can select multiple updates by providing numbers one by one.
17