In this section:

Overview

Upgrading from an SBC 3.1.x/4.x involves:

  1. Upgrading Firmware (not applicable to SBC SWe)

    Note

    This step upgrades BMC for 5xx0 series, 5400 and 7000 series, and BIOS and additional firmware for SBC 5400 and 7000 series. 

  2. Upgrading SBC Application.

    Note

    This step upgrades OS for 5xx0, 5400, and 7000 series and BIOS for the 5xx0 series.

The Standalone and HA upgrade flows below are are shown for general guidance. Actual software and firmware versions may vary depending upon the upgrade path:

Standalone Upgrade

Refer to the latest  Release Notes for release details prior to initiating your upgrade.

The Platform Manager (PM) is available and must be used only from SBC release 3.0.0 or later. The LSWU upgrade is not supported directly from 3.0.0 to 5.0.0 release.

Standalone Upgrade Flow Diagram

 

HA Upgrade

Refer to the latest Release Notes for release details prior to initiating your upgrade.

The Platform Mode (PM) is available, and must be used from SBC release version 3.0.0 or later.

HA Upgrade Flow Diagram