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Preparing for the upgrade, Checking the controller software version
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2 Preparing for the upgrade Before starting the XCS upgrade, you should perform several tasks to minimize the time required to complete the upgrade. The tasks you perform depend on your system configuration and the HP Command View EVA implementation. These tasks focus on upgrading system components to ensure they meet the supported configuration for XCS 09534000. Table 5 on page 46 provides a checklist so you can track your progress as you perform these pre-upgrade tasks. Checking the controller software version Estimated time to complete: About 5 minutes When to perform: Anytime before the upgrade To check your controller software version, follow these steps: 1. Open HP Command View EVA. 2. In the navigation pane, select the array you plan to upgrade. The Initialized Storage System Properties window opens. The version field shows the current version. Checking management software versions Estimated time to complete: 10-15 minutes When to perform: Anytime before the upgrade When upgrading the system software, you must upgrade related management software to the required version. Use Table 2 on page 14 to collect version information for your current software. HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array Updating Product Software Guide (XCS 09534000) 13