ASUS ASMB2 User Manual

ASMB2

Server Management Board

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First edition V1First edition V1

First edition V1

First edition V1First edition V1 November 2005November 2005

November 2005

November 2005November 2005

Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright © 2005 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,

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Contents

Notices ................................................................................................. v

Safety information .............................................................................. vi

About this guide ................................................................................ vii

ASMB2 specifications summary .......................................................... ix

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:

Chapter 1:Chapter 1:

1.1 Welcome! .............................................................................. 1-2

1.2 Package contents ................................................................. 1-2

1.3 Board layout ......................................................................... 1-3

1.4 System requirements ........................................................... 1-3

1.5 Network setup ...................................................................... 1-4

Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation

Chapter 2: Installation

Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation

2.1 Before you proceed .............................................................. 2-2

2.2 Hardware installation ............................................................ 2-2

2.3 Firmware update................................................................... 2-5

2.3.1 For motherboards without ASF function support ... 2-5

2.3.2 For motherboards with ASF function support ........ 2-5

2.4 BIOS remote console ............................................................ 2-6

2.5 ASMB2 configuration ............................................................ 2-7

2.5.1 Running the BIOS IPMI configuration ....................... 2-7

Product introductionProduct introduction

Product introduction

Product introductionProduct introduction

2.5.2 Running the ASMC utility ...................................... 2-10

2.5.3 Configuring the LAN controller ............................. 2-11

2.5.4 Using ASWM to update the ASMB2 firmware ....... 2-13

2.6 Software installation .......................................................... 2-14

2.6.1 Installing the ARC ................................................. 2-14

2.6.2 Launching ARC ...................................................... 2-15

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software support

Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

3.1 ASUS Remote Console (ARC) ............................................... 3-2

3.1.1 ARC sections .......................................................... 3-3

3.1.2 Connecting to the remote server ........................... 3-6

3.1.3 Retrieving sensor information ................................. 3-8

3.1.4 Displaying FRU information ................................... 3-10

3.1.5 Displaying system event logs ............................... 3-11

3.1.6 Using Remote Console .......................................... 3-12

3.1.7 Displaying all remote server sensors ....................3-13

3.1.8 Adjusting the monitoring settings ........................ 3-14

3.1.9 Updating the remote server BIOS file ................... 3-16

3.1.10 Controlling the remote server power ................... 3-17

3.1.11 Viewing PET information ....................................... 3-18

3.2 ASUS Host Management Controller Setup .......................... 3-21

3.2.1 Installing and launching the ASUS Host

Management Controller Setup utility .................... 3-21

3.2.2 Command fields .................................................... 3-22

3.2.3 Initial ..................................................................... 3-22

3.2.4 View ...................................................................... 3-22

3.2.5 Set ........................................................................ 3-25

3.2.6 Monitor ................................................................. 3-26

3.2.7 Help ...................................................................... 3-26

Appendix:Appendix:

Appendix:

Appendix:Appendix:

A.1 LAN port for server management ........................................ A-2

A.2 BMC socket ........................................................................... A-3

A.3 Troubleshooting ................................................................... A-5

Reference informationReference information

Reference information

Reference informationReference information

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission StatementFederal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and

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This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

Canadian Department of Communications StatementCanadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

This class B digital apparatus complies with CanadianThis class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.ICES-003.

ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

Electrical safety

Electrical safetyElectrical safety

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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the server.

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When adding or removing devices to or from the server, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing server before you add a device.

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Before connecting or removing signal cables from the server, ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

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Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.

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If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safetyOperation safety

Operation safety

Operation safetyOperation safety

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Before installing any component to the server, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.

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Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.

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To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

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Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area where it may become wet.

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Place the product on a stable surface.

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If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the server management board.

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

How this guide is organized

How this guide is organizedHow this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the server management board features and the

new technologies it supports.

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Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation

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Chapter 2: Installation

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Chapter 2: InstallationChapter 2: Installation This chapter provides instructions on how to install the board to the

server system and install the utilities that the board supports.

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software support

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Chapter 3: Software supportChapter 3: Software support This chapter tells you how to use the software applications that the

server management board supports.

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Appendix: TroubleshootingAppendix: Troubleshooting

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Appendix: Troubleshooting

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Appendix: TroubleshootingAppendix: Troubleshooting The Appendix shows the location of the LAN port for server

management and BMC socket on several motherboards. This section also presents common problems that you may encounter when installing or using the server management board.

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Where to find more information

Where to find more informationWhere to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites

ASUS websites

1.1.

ASUS websitesASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware

and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation

Optional documentation

2.2.

Optional documentationOptional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guide

Conventions used in this guideConventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING:

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself

DANGER/WARNING: DANGER/WARNING: when trying to complete a task.

CAUTION:CAUTION:

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components

CAUTION:CAUTION: when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a

IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: task.

NOTE: NOTE:

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a

NOTE: NOTE: task.

TypographyTypography

Typography

TypographyTypography

Bold textBold text

Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Bold textBold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than sign means

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press the Enter or Return key.

<Key1+Key2+Key3> If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the

key names are linked with a plus sign (+).

Example: <Ctrl+Alt+D>

Command Means that you must type the command exactly as shown,

then supply the required item or value enclosed in brackets.

Example: At the DOS prompt, type the command line:

format a:

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ASMB2 specifications summary

IPMIIPMI

features features

IPMI

features

IPMIIPMI

features features

CPUCPU

CPU

CPUCPU

ChipsetChipset

Chipset

ChipsetChipset

Internal RAMInternal RAM

Internal RAM

Internal RAMInternal RAM

Internal ROMInternal ROM

Internal ROM

Internal ROMInternal ROM

InterruptInterrupt

Interrupt

InterruptInterrupt

TimersTimers

Timers

TimersTimers

SystemSystem

System

SystemSystem InterfaceInterface

Interface

InterfaceInterface

IPMI 2.0-compliant and supports:

- Auto monitoring sensor and event logging

- IPMI Host I/O interface

- Receiving and logging of event messages

- IPMB/I

C system interface

- System Watchdog Timer (ASR)

16-bit H8S/2000 core 33 MHz

Renesas H8S/2168

40 KB

256 KB

I2C, Timer, UART, LPC

16-bit system timer Watchdog timer

Low Pin Count Supports Keyboard Controller Style (KCS)

Serial/ModemSerial/Modem

Serial/Modem

Serial/ModemSerial/Modem InterfaceInterface

Interface

InterfaceInterface

LAN InterfaceLAN Interface

LAN Interface

LAN InterfaceLAN Interface

LEDLED

LED

LEDLED

BusBus

Bus

BusBus

FeaturesFeatures

Features

FeaturesFeatures

SoftwareSoftware

Software

SoftwareSoftware supportsupport

support

supportsupport

Basic Mode

IPMI 2.0 Shared LAN

BMC heartbeat

Two I

C bus One IPMB bus Two UART bus

Remote power on/off Remote BIOS update Short Message Service (SMS) Remote Console Redirection (text mode) Serial-Over-LAN (SOL) Remote reboot Upgradeable firmware Platform Event Trap (PET)

ASUS Remote Console (ARC) ASUS Host Management Controller Utility (DOS-based)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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This chapter describes the server management board features and the new technologies it supports.

introduction

Product

1.1 Welcome!

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Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUS

Thank you for buying an ASUSThank you for buying an ASUS board!board!

board!

board!board!

The ASUS ASMB2 is an Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI)

2.0-compliant board that allows you to monitor, control, and manage a remote server from the local or central server in your local area network (LAN).

The ASMB2 comes with the proprietary ASUS Remote Console (ARC) application that offers round-the-clock remote server monitoring through the component sensors. With ARC, you can monitor the remote server CPU(s) temperature(s), system temperature, fan rotations, and power supply voltages. The ASMB2 records each remote server system event for accurate and efficient troubleshooting.

ARC allows you to update the remote server system BIOS file when it gets outdated or corrupted. It also lets you move through the BIOS file menus using the Remote Console Redirection feature. To keep you always informed of the remote server system status, ARC is also capable of sending Short Message Service (SMS) or text message to your mobile or PDA phone.

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ASMB2 server management

ASMB2 server management ASMB2 server management

The ASMB2 comes with a power management feature that allows you to power on/off or reset the remote server giving you full control during power-critical situations. The server management board also comes with a Field Replaceable Unit (FRU) information feature that gathers information on replaceable system components or modules such as the motherboard or backplane model name, serial number, manufacturer, etc. You can use the FRU information when reporting and/or replacing server system components.

Before you start installing the server management board check the items in your package with the list below.

1.2 Package contents

Check your server management board package for the following items.

 ASUS ASMB2 board  Support CD  User guide

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If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

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1.3 Board layout

The ASUS ASMB2 comes in a BMC package. The illustration below shows the major components of the server management board.

ServerServer

Server

ServerServer managementmanagement

management

managementmanagement chipchip

chip

chipchip

BMC heartbeatBMC heartbeat

BMC heartbeat

BMC heartbeatBMC heartbeat LEDLED

LED

LEDLED

Board connectorsBoard connectors

Board connectors

Board connectorsBoard connectors

LED indicatorsLED indicators

LED indicators

LED indicatorsLED indicators

The ASMB2 board comes with a BMC heartbeat LED. Refer to the table below for the LED indications.

LEDLED

LED

LEDLED

LED1LED1

LED1

LED1LED1

NameName

Name

NameName

BMCBMC

B M C Blinking ASMB2 firmware is in execution.

BMCBMC

HeartbeatHeartbeat

Heartbeat Off The ASMB2 firmware is corrupted or the

HeartbeatHeartbeat

StatusStatus

Status

StatusStatus

DescriptionDescription

Description

DescriptionDescription

server system standby-power is off.

1.4 System requirements

Before you install the ASMB2 board, check if the remote server system meets the following requirements:

• ASUS server motherboard with Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) socket*

• LAN (RJ-45) port for server management**

• Microsoft

Internet Explorer 5.5 or later

* Visit the ASUS website (www.asus.com) for an updated list of server

** See the Appendix for details.

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motherboards that support the ASMB2.

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1.5 Network and smart phone setup

The ASMB2 server management board installed on the remote server connects to a local/central server via direct LAN connection or through a network hub. Below are the supported server management configurations.

Direct LAN connectionDirect LAN connection

Direct LAN connection

Direct LAN connectionDirect LAN connection

RJ-45 cableRJ-45 cable

RJ-45 cable

RJ-45 cableRJ-45 cable

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB cablecable

cable

cablecable

Remote hostRemote host

Remote host

Remote hostRemote host with ASMB2with ASMB2

with ASMB2

with ASMB2with ASMB2

Local host withLocal host with

Local host with

Local host withLocal host with ASUS RemoteASUS Remote

ASUS Remote

ASUS RemoteASUS Remote Controller (ARC)Controller (ARC)

Controller (ARC)

Controller (ARC)Controller (ARC)

LAN connection through a network hubLAN connection through a network hub

LAN connection through a network hub

LAN connection through a network hubLAN connection through a network hub

Hub or routerHub or router

Hub or router

Hub or routerHub or router

Local host withLocal host with

Local host with

Remote hostRemote host

Remote host

Remote hostRemote host with ASMB2with ASMB2

with ASMB2

with ASMB2with ASMB2

Local host withLocal host with ASUS RemoteASUS Remote

ASUS Remote

ASUS RemoteASUS Remote Controller (ARC)Controller (ARC)

Controller (ARC)

Controller (ARC)Controller (ARC)

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB cablecable

cable

cablecable

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Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introduction

Chapter 1: Product introductionChapter 1: Product introduction

This chapter provides instructions on how to install the board to the server system and install the utilities that the board supports.

Installation

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2.1 Before you proceed

Take note of the following precautions before you install the server management board to the remote server system.

• Unplug the server system power cord from the wall socket before touching any component.

• Use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or to a metal object, such as the power supply case, before handling components to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.

• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure

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Before you install or remove any component, ensure

Before you install or remove any component, ensureBefore you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the powerthat the power supply is switched off or the power

that the power supply is switched off or the power

that the power supply is switched off or the powerthat the power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. cord is detached from the power supply.

cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so

cord is detached from the power supply. cord is detached from the power supply. may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2.2 Hardware installation

To install the server management board:

1. Remove the remote server system cover, then locate the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) socket on the motherboard.

Refer to the Appendix section for the location of the BMC socket on supported motherboards.

2. Position the board at a 30º-45º angle, then match the notch on the board with the break on the socket.

3. Carefully push the board to the socket until its connectors (golden fingers) are fully-inserted to the socket.

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4. Press the board firmly until the BMC socket retaining clips snap back and secure the board in place.

When installed, the board appears as shown.

5. Reinstall the server system cover, then connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket.

6. Insert the LAN cable plug to the LAN port for server management.

Refer to the Appendix for the location of the LAN port for server management on various server motherboards.

7. For direct LAN configuration, connect the other end of the LAN cable to the local/central server LAN port.

For connection to a network hub or router, connect the other end of the LAN cable to the network hub or router.

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To uninstall the board:

1. Simultaneously push the BMC socket retaining clips outward until the board tilts up.

2. Carefully pull the board out from the BMC socket, then set aside.

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2.3 Firmware update

You need to update the Broadcom® IPMI and ASMB2 firmware before you start using the ASMB2 board.

2.3.12.3.1

2.3.1

2.3.12.3.1

For motherboards without ASF functionFor motherboards without ASF function

For motherboards without ASF function

For motherboards without ASF functionFor motherboards without ASF function supportsupport

support

supportsupport

To update the firmware:

1. Insert the support CD into the optical drive.

2. Restart the remote server, then press <Del> during POST to enter the BIOS setup.

3. Go to

Boot Boot

Boot menu and set the Boot Device Priority item to [CD-ROM].

Boot Boot

4. When finished, press <F10> to save your changes and exit the BIOS setup.

5. On reboot, the main menu appears. Type

a> FreeDOS command prompt b> Broadcom IPMI Firmware Update c> ASMB2 Firmware Update Please choose a to c:

6. A screen confirming whether or not you want to update the firmware appears. Press <Y> to update; otherwise, press <N>.

7. After the update, the screen goes back to the main menu. Type

8. A screen confirming whether or not you want to update the firmware appears. Press <Y> to update; otherwise, press <N>.

9. When the update is complete, turn off the system and unplug the AC power cord.

2.3.22.3.2

2.3.2

2.3.22.3.2

For motherboards with ASF function supportFor motherboards with ASF function support

For motherboards with ASF function support

For motherboards with ASF function supportFor motherboards with ASF function support

To update the firmware:

1. Follow steps 1 ~ 4 of the previous section.

2. On reboot, the main menu appears. Type

a> FreeDOS command prompt b> Broadcom ASF Firmware Update c> Broadcom IPMI Firmware Update d> ASMB2 Firmware Update Please choose a to d:

3. A screen confirming whether or not you want to update the firmware appears. Press <Y> to update; otherwise, press <N>.

4. After the update, the screen goes back to the main menu. Type

5. A screen confirming whether or not you want to update the firmware appears. Press <Y> to update; otherwise, press <N>.

6. When the update is complete, turn off the system and unplug the AC power cord.

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