Applying Corrective Service for the HMC

Before installing corrective service on the HMC you should back up HMC data to assure your current HMC is recoverable in the event of a problem. You should also determine what current level of code exists on your HMC.

Fix Central offers online media ordering, installation instructions and related technical information on Licensed Internal Code updates of the HMC. Before updating LIC, verify the current LIC levels on your HMC and check on the web site to determine if an update is needed or recommended.

1. In the navigation pane, select Updates.
2. In the work pane, HMC LIC levels are displayed under HMC Code Level.

Once you know what level of HMC software you have, you can work with your service representative or use the Internet to see whether fixes are available for your software release.

Fixes may be obtained by ordering them on a CD-ROM or by downloading them either to the HMC itself or to a remote system that the HMC is able to connect to via FTP or mountable filesystem.

To apply corrective fixes:

1. In the navigation pane, select Updates.
2. Select the Updates button under HMC Code Level.
3. Follow the direction on the dialog box displayed to either apply corrective service from removable media or to download and apply corrective service from a remote system.