HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array updating product software guide (XCS 09522000) (576287-003, October 2010)

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Step 4. Halting all host access to the storage system for an offline upgrade, page 55
Time required: Varies by host. Must be performed for each host accessing the storage system
• Halt all applications accessing the storage system.
• Stop all I/O to the storage system.
Step 5. Upgrading controller software, page 55
Time required: 25–30 minutes
Things you will need:
• HP StorageWorks 09522000 controller software
Step 6. Upgrading disk drive firmware, page 61
Time required: Varies depending on the number of disk drives that must be upgraded. It
can take 30 seconds to 3.5 minutes per drive.
Step 7. Entering storage system passwords, page 66
Time required: 10–15 minutes
Step 8. Resuming storage system operation, page 67
Time required: Varies
• Restart applications accessing the storage system if an offline upgrade was performed.
• When running HP Continuous Access EVA, enable failsafe mode on all DR groups.
• If you changed any host LUN timeout values, reset them to their original values.
• Enable Remote Support Software (if used).
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