User guide
DataDirect Networks SFA™ OS 1.5.3.0 Release Notes Revision B | 4
1.0 Overview
This document applies to the SFA OS version 1.5.3.0-12955 release for DataDirect
Networks’ SFA12K-40, SFA12K-20, SFA12K-20E, SFA10K-X, and S2A6620 storage systems.
It details upgrade procedures, enhancements, resolved issues, known issues with
workarounds, and recommended practices associated with these SFA OS firmware
updates:
• SFA12Ks from version 1.5.2.1 to 1.5.3.0
• SFA10Ks from version 1.5.1.4 to 1.5.3.0
• S2A6620s from version 1.5.1.1 to 1.5.3.0
• SFA12K-20Es from version 1.5.1.3, 1.5.2.1, or 1.5.2.2 to 1.5.3.0
I
MPORTANT
:
Please contact support before attempting to upgrade from any
version other than those listed above.
“SFA10K” represents SFA10K-X and SFA10K-M.
“SFA12K” represents SFA12K-40, SFA12K-20, and SFA12K-20E.
NOTE: There have been significant updates to the SFAOS v1.5.3.0 that benefit most
operating environments. We highly recommend consulting with DDN tech
support prior to upgrading from SFA10K-X with SFAOS v1.4.3 version or lower
to this release (SFAOS v1.5.3.0) as some limitations may apply.
2.0 Installation
2.1 Overview
SFA OS version 1.5.3.0 is a mandatory maintenance release for SFA12K-20E systems
running 1.5.2.1.
2.2 SFA12K-40, SFA12K-20, and SFA12K-20E Power Connections
There is an issue with UPS functionality that requires a change to the SFA12K’s power
connections. Refer to the SFA OS User Guide and the SFA12K Product Family Quick
Start Guide, Revision C, Document No. 96-30051-001for the details.
NOTE: The power wiring change can take place either before or after updating the
code – either is acceptable. The impact of the power wiring will only be seen
when the site AC power fails.
2.3 Procedure to Request Firmware
To request the new firmware, contact DDN by sending an email to support@ddn.com and
include the following information:
Name:
Title:
Company:
Address:
Phone:
Email:
System Type:
System Serial Number:
Firmware Upgrade Requested:
A response will be sent to the provided email with instructions on downloading the
requested firmware.