Dell Repository Manager Business Client Version 1.6
User’s Guide
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Contents
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings...................................................................................................2
1 Overview.......................................................................................................................................7
What Is New In This Release...................................................................................................................................7
Accessing Documents From Dell Support Site.........................................................................................................7
Other Documents You May Need.............................................................................................................................8
2 Updating Dell Repository Manager..........................................................................................9
Updating Dell Repository Manager At Launch.........................................................................................................9
Updating Dell Repository Manager Using The Application Settings........................................................................9
Updating The Dell Repository Manager Using The Updater..................................................................................10
3 System Requirements And Uninstalling The Dell Repository Manager ..........................11
Prerequisites For Installing The Dell Repository Manager.....................................................................................11
Hardware Requirements..................................................................................................................................11
Software Requirements...................................................................................................................................11
Supported Dell Systems For Exported Repositories And Bundles.........................................................................12
Uninstalling Dell Repository Manager....................................................................................................................12
Repairing Dell Repository Manager........................................................................................................................12
4 User Scenarios..........................................................................................................................13
Using FileStore Save Disk Space In System Drive (C: Drive).................................................................................13
Search Dell Support Site And Schedule Automatic Search...................................................................................15
Launching DRM Using Command Line Options......................................................................................................17
Using Dell Repository Manager To Create And Manage A Repository..................................................................17
Using Dell Repository Manager To Create And Manage Components..................................................................17
Updating A Local Repository..................................................................................................................................17
5 Using Dell Repository Manager..............................................................................................19
Configuring Settings For Dell Repository Manager................................................................................................19
Configuring Source Repository........................................................................................................................20
Configuring Default Proxy Settings..................................................................................................................20
Configuring FileStore Settings..........................................................................................................................20
Check For Dell Repository Manager Update..........................................................................................................21
Creating A Customized Repository.........................................................................................................................21
Creating An Empty Repository..........................................................................................................................22
Working With My Repositories...............................................................................................................................23
Functionalities Of My Repositories..................................................................................................................23
Opening From My Repositories........................................................................................................................23
Deleting From My Repositories........................................................................................................................23
Refreshing From My Repositories....................................................................................................................24
Deleting A Repository.......................................................................................................................................24
Importing A Legacy Repository..............................................................................................................................24
Saving The Repository To A Local Disk..................................................................................................................24
Comparing And Updating Repositories...................................................................................................................25
Editing A Repository................................................................................................................................................26
Creating Bootable CD or USB Keys For Updates....................................................................................................26
Opening The Dell Online Repository.......................................................................................................................27
Viewing The Properties Of A Repository................................................................................................................27
Working With Components.....................................................................................................................................28
Adding Components.........................................................................................................................................28
Viewing The Size Of Components....................................................................................................................28
Downloading Components...............................................................................................................................29
Copying Components........................................................................................................................................29
Viewing Component Properties........................................................................................................................30
Deleting Components.......................................................................................................................................30
Working With Filters...............................................................................................................................................30
Filter Properties................................................................................................................................................31
Saving Filters....................................................................................................................................................32
Managing Filters...............................................................................................................................................33
Working With Jobs Queue......................................................................................................................................33
Stopping Jobs In The Jobs Queue...................................................................................................................33
Starting Jobs In The Jobs Queue.....................................................................................................................33
Removing Jobs In The Jobs Queue..................................................................................................................34
Jobs Queue Details..........................................................................................................................................34
Scheduling Automatic Search................................................................................................................................34
Searching Dell Support Site...................................................................................................................................35
Exporting Updates From Support Site..............................................................................................................36
Filter Updates...................................................................................................................................................37
6 Frequently Asked Questions....................................................................................................39
Where is the Dell Repository Manager runtime log located?................................................................................39
I see an update present in dell.com/support but when I install the repository from ftp.dell.com using the
Dell Repository Manager, I do not see that update................................................................................................39
How do I view the unassigned components in a repository?.................................................................................39
How do I edit the search criteria of the filter that I created?.................................................................................39
Can the Dell Repository Manager be run through a Proxy Server?.......................................................................39
Why would I use the Dell Repository Manager to create the catalog that LifeCycle Controller uses,
instead of just using the catalog on the Server Update Utility (SUU)?...................................................................40
When I select Schedule Automatic Search, there is a pop-window that appears with the following
message: Dell Repository Manager Fatal UI, Error: Dell Repository Manager has encountered an error............40
If I export a bundle using Export to light weight deployment scripts, am I going to re-download the DUPs
which are already in my system? ..........................................................................................................................40
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Overview
The Dell Repository Manager (DRM) ensures that the Dell systems are up-to-date with the latest BIOS, driver, firmware,
and software. DRM allows you to:
• Create repositories of customized component(s) and updates.
• Create groups of related updates for systems running the Microsoft Windows operating system
• Generate comparison reports and update baselines of custom repositories
The customized repositories are made up of Dell Update Packages (DUPs). DUPs are software utilities provided by Dell
to update specific software and firmware components on Dell desktops, and Dell laptops. You can arrange these
components to group the related updates together. Every repository has a catalog.xml or catalog.cab file that specifies
the contents of that repository. The catalog.cab file, downloaded from ftp.dell.com, is digitally signed by Dell to ensure
system security.
The Business Client Version manages repositories on Dell Precision Workstations, Dell Latitude, or Dell Optiplex
systems.
NOTE: Dell Repository Manager can only be installed on systems running the Microsoft Windows operating
system.
What Is New In This Release
• Newer updates compare to the FTP catalog date.
• Filters the updates obtained from the dell.com/support/.
• Create Repositories based on Dell specific bands.
Accessing Documents From Dell Support Site
To access the documents from Dell Support site:
1. Go to dell.com/support/manuals.
2. In the Tell us about your Dell system section, under No, select Choose from a list of all Dell products and click
Continue.
3. In the Select your product type section, click Software, Monitors, Electronics & Peripherals.
4. In the Choose your Dell Software, Monitors, Electronics & Peripherals section, click Software.
5. In the Choose your Dell Software section, click the required link from the following:
– Client System Management
– Enterprise System Management
– Remote Enterprise System Management
– Serviceability Tools
6. To view the document, click the required product version.
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NOTE: You can also directly access the documents using the following links:
• For Enterprise System Management documents — dell.com/openmanagemanuals
• For Remote Enterprise System Management documents — dell.com/esmmanuals
• For Serviceability Tools documents — dell.com/serviceabilitytools
• For Client System Management documents — dell.com/OMConnectionsClient
• For OpenManage Connections Enterprise systems management documents — dell.com/
OMConnectionsEnterpriseSystemsManagement
• For OpenManage Connections Client systems management documents — dell.com/OMConnectionsClient
Other Documents You May Need
In addition to this guide, you can access the following guides available at dell.com/support/manuals.
•
Dell Repository Manager Quick Installation Guide
•
Dell Systems Management - OpenManage Software Support Matrix
•
Dell Update Packages User's Guide
•
Dell OpenManage Server Update Utility User's Guide
•
Dell OpenManage Server Administrator Installation Guide*
•
Dell OpenManage Essentials User's Guide*
* This guide is also found on the
For information on terms used in this document, see the
Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation
Glossary
DVD.
on the Dell support website.
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Updating Dell Repository Manager
You can update the Dell Repository Manager to the latest available version using the following methods:
• Updating Dell Repository Manager At Launch
• Updating Dell Repository Manager Using The Application Settings
• Updating Dell Repository Manager Using Updater
Updating Dell Repository Manager At Launch
1. Launch the Dell Repository Manager.
The Dell Repository Manager checks for the latest available version of the application at ftp.dell.com. If a new
version is available, the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager screen is displayed with the following:
– Current Installed Version:
– New Version:
– Release Date:
– New Release Location:
– Release Notes:
2. Click Update.
You can click Skip to retain the existing version of the Dell Repository Manager.
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NOTE: The Update button is enabled only when the version of the Repository Manager installed on your
system is out-of-date.
NOTE: If you do not want the Dell Repository Manager to check for the latest available versions at launch, in
the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager screen, clear the Check for new version at launch check box.
Updating Dell Repository Manager Using The Application Settings
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Application → Check for Application Update.
The Dell Repository Manager Update window is displayed.
2. The Dell Repository Manager checks for the latest available version of the application at ftp.dell.com. If a newer
version is available, the application prompts you to install the same.
NOTE: The Update button is enabled only when the version of the Dell Repository Manager installed on your
system is out-of-date.
NOTE: If you do not want the Dell Repository Manager to check for the latest available versions at launch, in
the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager screen, clear the Check for new version at launch check box.
NOTE: For more information on installing the Dell Repository Manager on the system, see the
Manager Quick Installation Guide
at dell.com/support/manuals.
Dell Repository
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Updating The Dell Repository Manager Using The Updater
1. Click Start → All Programs → Dell Repository Manager v
Where
x.x
is the version number of the Dell Repository Manager installed on the system.
NOTE: For Microsoft Windows 8 and Microsoft Windows Server 2012, a shortcut key is available for Dell
Repository Manager, once you press the Start button.
2. Select the Dell Repository Manager Updater option.
If a new version is available, the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager dialog box appears displaying the:
– Current Installed Version:
– New Version:
– Release Date:
– New Release Location:
– Release Notes:
3. Click Update.
You can click Skip to retain the existing version of the Dell Repository Manager.
NOTE: The Update button is enabled only when the version of the Dell Repository Manager installed on your
system is out-of-date.
NOTE: If you do not want the Dell Repository Manager to check for the latest available versions at launch, in
the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager screen, clear the Check for new version at launch check box.
NOTE: In systems running Microsoft Windows Server 2012, you can start the update by running the
RMUpdater.exe file at: c:\Program Files (x86)\Dell\Dell Repository Manager v.(x)\RMUpdater.exe.
<x.x>
folder.
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System Requirements And Uninstalling The Dell Repository Manager
This chapter lists the systems requirements and procedures to uninstall DRM.
Prerequisites For Installing The Dell Repository Manager
This section lists the specific prerequisites for installing the DRM.
Hardware Requirements
Requirement Details
Processor 1 GHz Pentium processor or equivalent
RAM 1024 MB
Hard Disk Up to 1 GB of available space
Display 1024 x 768 high color, 32-bit
Optical Drive (Optional) CD/DVD writer
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Software Requirements
Requirement Details
System Requirement
Supported Operating Systems
Supported Internationalized
Operating Systems
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0 full version
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
• Microsoft Windows Server 2012
• Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows 8 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• English
• French
• German
• Spanish
• Japanese
• Simplified Chinese
• Russian
• Portuguese
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Requirement Details
NOTE: The Dell Repository Manager user interface is displayed only in English
irrespective of the language of the operating system on which it is installed.
NOTE: Internet connectivity and DVD burning software are optional requirements. You can use the Dell Repository
Manager for local repositories, without Internet connectivity. The DVD burning software is required only for
functions such as burning a custom Server Update Utility DVD or a bootable Linux CD.
Supported Dell Systems For Exported Repositories And Bundles
You can use the exported bundles on Dell systems that support Dell Update Packages (DUPs). With Dell Repository
Manager, you can use the FTP catalog, which contains the support for n and n-1 blocks. For more information about the
supported system models for the FTP catalog, see ftp.dell.com/cmsdk/PDK_Readme.doc.
Uninstalling Dell Repository Manager
To uninstall Dell Repository Manager:
1. From the Control Panel → Programs and Features.
2. In the Programs and Features window, select Dell Repository Manager, and click Uninstall.
3. Click Yes to confirm.
NOTE: You must have administrative privileges in the system to uninstall Dell Repository Manager.
Repairing Dell Repository Manager
Dell Repository Manager facilitates repair of errors such as missing or corrupt files and shortcuts, and registry entries
that occur while installing the application.
To repair the installation errors:
1. Double-click Repository Manager.msi located on the system.
The Dell - Repository Manager - InstallShield Wizard is displayed.
2. In the Dell - Repository Manager - InstallShield Wizard, click Next.
The Program Maintenance window is displayed.
3. On the Program Maintenance window, select Repair and click Next >.
The Ready to Repair the Program window is displayed.
4. On the Ready to Repair the Program window, click Install.
The InstallShield Wizard Completed window is displayed.
5. Click Finish.
The repaired Dell Repository Manager is installed on the system.
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User Scenarios
This section describes the various features of the Dell Repository Manager (DRM) and the user scenarios.
Using FileStore Save Disk Space In System Drive (C: Drive)
DRM 1.6 onwards, the configurable FileStore feature helps the user to save disk space on the System Hard Disk. The
default file location for the FileStore is C:\Users\<User Name>\AppData\Local\RepositoryManager\FileStore. However,
the FileStore can be moved to a different location after DRM is installed on the system.
NOTE:
• You are restricted from performing any other operations while moving the FileStore from its original
location.
• Stop any running jobs before initiating the FileStore movement. You can restart the stopped jobs once the
FileStore is moved successfully. DRM starts communicating with the required files from the new location
to resume the stopped jobs.
• Moving the FileStore folder from its default location permanently deletes the folder and its contents.
However, the data of the default FileStore folder is saved in the new location.
• DRM cannot recover deleted files and folders.
Moving the FileStore folder from the default location to another location in the same drive, another drive, or another
computer on the network is recommended. The Use Default button moves back the FileStore folder to the default
location. For more information on FileStore, see Configuring FileStore Setting.
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The following flow chart describes the process in detail.
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Search Dell Support Site And Schedule Automatic Search
Searching for updates in support site is a manual process, eventually you can search updates for only one system at a
time. Using DRM 1.6, you can search the Dell Support Site for the latest catalog file and also the Dell Update Packages
(DUPs). The purpose of using DRM is to search for updates for multiple systems at a time, so that all the relevant
updates can be downloaded in the respective systems. Some of the systems have Non DUP updates. Using DRM 1.6
even the Non DUP updates can be searched and downloaded.
DRM searches for latest updates for a system by comparing the new catalog file against the existing FTP catalog (stored
in the system) and download them. These updates can also be exported to an existing or a new repository.
The Dell Support Site can be searched in two Methods:
• Automated Search
• Manual Search
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The following flowchart describes the process of searching the support site:
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Launching DRM Using Command Line Options
Navigate to the location where DRM is installed in the system. By default, DRM is installed at c:\Program Files
(x86)\Dell\Dell Repository Manager v1.6.0.
Run the Dell Repository Manager using the following command:
• RepositoryManager.exe -client — Launches the application in Business Client version.
Using Dell Repository Manager To Create And Manage A Repository
In the Dell Repository Manager, on the My Repositories tab, select the specific repository, and click Open.
You can manage the loaded repository in the following ways:
– Compare and update the repository against another repository or the Source.
– Save the repository.
– Edit or go back to the My Repository tab and Delete.
– Search the repository for different component(s) by using available filter options.
Related Topics
– Comparing And Updating Respository
– Save Repository To Local Disk
– Filter Properties
Using Dell Repository Manager To Create And Manage Components
1. Launch Dell Repository Manager.
2. Select My Repositories.
3. On the My Repositories tab select the specific repository, and click Open.
4. In the Components tab, you can perform the following tasks:
– Import components — This is applicable to local repositories only.
– Delete components
– Download files (components)
– Copy components
– View component properties
Updating A Local Repository
1. On the My Repositories tab, select a local repository, which is located on the system, and click Open.
2. Click Run a comparison on the top of the Dell Repository Manager screen.
The Update Repository window is displayed.
3. On the Update Repository screen, click Compare.
The Comparing Repositories window is displayed with the progress bar while Setting up comparison result.... The
Comparison Summary: window is displayed.
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NOTE: Newer Versions, Changed Files, Obsolete Files and Other Files in Source screens provide further
details on DPUs that can be installed to update the repository. You can see a list of the DUPs once you select
any system in the left pane.
4. You can select All or any specific DUP to update that local repository from the Newer Versions, Changed Files,
Obsolete Files and Other Files in Source screens.
5. Click Update.
The Bundle Disclaimer window appears with the list of the Dell Recommended bundles.
6. Click OK to install the updates or click Cancel to exit without updating the repository.
7. Click Close to close the Update Repository window.
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Using Dell Repository Manager
You can perform the following tasks in the Client mode:
• Work with repositories
• Import repositories
• Edit or delete repositories
• Work with components
• Modify repository
• Export catalog
• Search your repository based on filters and search criteria you specify
• Export components to new and existing repositories
• Work with jobs queue
• Search Dell Support Site
• Scheduling Automatic Search
Related Topics
• Working With My Repository
• Importing A Legacy Repository
• Editing A Repository
• Deleting A Repository
• Working With Components
• Saving Repository To Local Disk
• Working With Filters
• Copying Components
• Working With Jobs Queue
• Searching Dell Support Site
• Scheduling Automatic Search
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Configuring Settings For Dell Repository Manager
You can configure the following settings on the Dell Repository Manager:
• Source Repository Setting
• Default Proxy Setting
• Dell Repository Manager Update
• Configuring FileStore Setting
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Configuring Source Repository
To configure a default repository:
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Application.
2. In the Settings menu, click the Source Repository option.
3. In the Source Repository window, select one of the following as the default repository:
– Dell online repository (ftp.dell.com)
NOTE: When a new catalog file is available from dell, the New Catalog Available notification appears
on the menu bar. You can import the latest catalog file using this notification.
– Local Repository
NOTE: If Check the update of source repository while starting check box is selected, DRM checks for an
update on every launch.
4. Click Finish to accept changes or Cancel to exit without making changes.
Configuring Default Proxy Settings
To configure the default proxy settings for a repository:
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Application → Settings → Default Proxy.
The Proxy Server Settings window is displayed.
2. Select Use Proxy Server (These settings will override the settings from the current user's Internet Explorer (IE)
proxy settings)
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NOTE: The proxy server settings you configure affect all outbound network traffic from the Dell Repository
Manager.
3. Type the proxy server address and the server port in the Proxy Server Address: and Proxy Server Port: fields.
4. Click Apply to accept changes or click Cancel to exit without making changes.
Configuring FileStore Settings
The FileStore option helps you to save disk space on system (C:) drive.
1. On the Dell Repository Manager window, click Application → Settings → FileStore.
The FileStore window is displayed.
2. On the FileStore window, click Browse if you want to save the FileStore to another location on the same drive,
another drive, or another computer on your network. By default, DRM creates the FileStore under
Name>\AppData\Local\RepositoryManager\FileStore.
3. If you choose to save the file store to a new location, ensure that:
– The destination folder is blank.
– The destination folder is not the same as the source folder.
– You have write permission on the destination folder.
– One of the parent folders is not in use as a FileStore.
NOTE: Ensure that there are no running or queued jobs in the Jobs Queue. While moving the FileStore, DRM
will not be able to perform any other operations.
C:\Users\<User
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NOTE: The Used Size: field provides the details of the FileStore size. The Available: field provides the details of
the available blank space of the system (by default DRM creates the FileStore at C) drive. The Use Default
button is enabled when another location is selected for the FileStore.
4. Click Ok to move the FileStore, or click Cancel to exit without making any changes.
If you select Ok, a warning appears for further confirmation. The action will permanently delete
following folder and its contents. Dell Repository Manager cannot recover
deleted files. Are you sure you want to continue?
5. Click Yes to confirm, or No to exit making any changes.
If you select Yes, the Moving to new FileStore location... window appears while moving the FileStore.FileStore
moved successfully. message appears once the FileStore is moved to the new location. The operation
cannot be canceled during this phase.
6. Click OK to exit the Settings window.
Check For Dell Repository Manager Update
1. On the Dell Repository Manager, click Application → Settings.
The Settings window is displayed.
2. On the Setting window click Dell Repository Manager Update.
The Application Update window is displayed with the following information:
– Current Installed Version — Displays the current version of the Dell Repository Manager.
– New Version — Displays the latest available version of the Dell Repository Manager.
– Release Date — Displays the release date of the latest version of the Dell Repository Manager.
– New Release Location — Displays the updated path to install the latest version of the Dell Repository
Manager.
– Release Notes — Displays the lists the changes made in the latest version of the Dell Repository Manager.
3. Click Update to install the latest version of the Dell Repository Manager on the system.
Or click Skip, and then click Close to continue using the current version of the Repository Manager installed on the
system.
NOTE: The Update button is enabled only if the version of the Dell Repository Manager installed on the system
is out-of-date.
The Dell Repository Manager checks for the latest updates on the support site, every time you run the application.
If you do not want the Dell Repository Manager to check for updates automatically, clear the Check for new version
at launch check box on the Dell Repository Manager Update Manager window.
Creating A Customized Repository
To create a New Repository:
1. In the Dell Repository Manager, click on the My Repositories tab, click New → Customize Repository.
The Create Repository window is displayed.
2. Type the Name: and Description: and click Next.
Or click Cancel to exit without making changes.
The Create Repository window is displayed.
3. Select a source for the repository.
The available options are:
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– Source Repository — Imports the default repository. This option is enabled only if you have access to the
Internet. You can import the components from this repository into the repositories you create.
– Local Repositories — Selects an existing repository as a base repository. You can save a local repository
as a catalog.cab or catalog.xml file.
4. Click Next. The Select Brand window is displayed.
5. You can select one or more desired brands for the repository you are creating.
The available options are: Precision , Latitude , and Optiplex.
6. Click Next.
The Select Models window is displayed.
7. Select a system model(s) from the following options:
– Include All Model(s) supported by this repository — includes all the available Systems.
– Select Model(s) — provides the option to choose specific system(s) from the list of all.
8. Click Next.
The Additional Components window is displayed.
9. Click Select Components to include additional files in the repository, if available.
NOTE: If you click Select Components, then in the Select Additional window, choose the systems to include
their components in the repository. After you select a system, you can view the related components lists
under the Current View window. Select the components you want to include in the repository, and click OK.
Click Next once you have selected all the additional components to add.
10. Click Next to continue.
The Summary window appears and click Finish to create the repository. The Summary window displays the
properties of the repository based on the selections.
The Create Repository window displays the following details:
– Name of the repository.
– Path where the repository is saved.
– Details of the additional component files.
– In case Dell Repository Manager fails to download some files, the names of the files.
The components are exported to the repository you created. The number of components added to the repository
appear in the Repository Created window
The Create Repository window displays the following message: New repository was created
successfully
The created repository comprises catalogs and packages defined in it. It also includes the Dell Inventory Collector.
NOTE: Ensure that the components you add to the repository belong to the specified criteria. Dell Repository
Manager does not restrict you from adding components that do not belong to the specified criteria into the
repository.
11. Click Close to exit the Repository Created window.
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Creating An Empty Repository
To create an empty repository:
1. In the Dell Repository Manager, click on the My Repositories → New.
2. Select the Empty (no inventory) option.
The new empty repository is created and added under the My Repositories tab.
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The name of the empty repository appears in the following format:
Repository <number of the repository>
You can add component(s) to the empty repository.
Working With My Repositories
The My Repositories screen displays the list of available repositories. You can control and perform various tasks using
the New, Open, Delete, and Refresh options available on the screen. You can also compare repositories using Run a
Comparison once a repository is open. During the installation, Dell Repository Manager creates a database in the
system.
Functionalities Of My Repositories
Create New repositories using any of the following options:
– Customize Repository — Allows you to create a new repository by selecting a source for the repository.
– Empty (no inventory) — Allows you to create an empty repository.
Related Topics:
– Creating A New Repository
– Creating An Empty Repository
Opening From My Repositories
Select the check box next to the Repository from the My Repositories list and click Open. To view information on
Bundles and Components of a particular repository, you can select the respective repository tab once it is opened.
NOTE: The Open option is disabled until you select a particular repository.
NOTE: You can also double-click a repository to open and view the details of the repository.
Deleting From My Repositories
1. Select the repository from the My Repositories list, and click Delete. Check for any open jobs in the Jobs Queue
related to the repository that you want to delete. Wait until the job completes or Stop and Remove that job from the
Jobs Queue before deleting.
Are you sure you want to permanently delete selected repository? window appears.
NOTE: You cannot stop this process once it is started.
2. Click Yes to confirm.
The repository is deleted from the Repository Manager.
NOTE: Deleting a repository deletes the repository data and the associated files from the database, once you
confirm the operation.
NOTE: The Delete option is disabled until you select any particular repository.
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Refreshing From My Repositories
You can use the Refresh option to refresh the list of repositories that appear in the My Repositories screen, observe the
changes to the components or bundles. Refresh is also used to refresh the table to find the repositories that are added
by the Automatic Search Update option.
Deleting A Repository
You can delete repositories you do not use from Dell Repository Manager.
To delete a repository:
1. On the My Repositories tab select the repository, and click Delete.
The Delete Confirm window is displayed.
2. Click Yes to remove the repository from the database.
Importing A Legacy Repository
1. In the Dell Repository Manager, click My Repositories —> Import Legacy Repository.
The Import Repository window is displayed.
2. Click Browse to navigate to the location of the file.
3. Select one of the following options under Select the repository content to import:
– Import only the catalog reference file (e.g. catalog.xml)
– Import the catalog reference file and download the actual update files contained within it
4. Click Import.
A pop-up window appears indicating that the job has been added to the Jobs Queue.
5. Click OK to close it.
To view the component(s) in this repository, click My Repositories, select the imported repository, and click Open.
The component(s) are displayed in the Components tab.
Saving The Repository To A Local Disk
You can save the catalog.xml ,catalog.cab or the full repositories (with the DUPs) file to the local system. The catalog file
contains details of the repository you created or customized. To save the catalog file:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the repository and click Open.
2. Click Save to save the catalog file.
The Save Repository window is displayed.
3. Under Save repository, click Browse to navigate to the location where you want to save the catalog file.
4. Under What to Save, select one of the following:
– Full repository (Catalog file and all the update packages) — Saves the entire repository including the
catalog file and the packages defined in it.
– Catalog file only — Allows you to save only the catalog file and also provides an option to change the base
location of the catalog file.
5. If you select Full repository (Catalog file and all the update packaged), then proceed to step 7.
6. If you select Catalog file only, then the Advanced... section is enabled.
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a) Under, Advanced... select Change the base location in catalog XML to change the base location of the catalog
file.
The two options listed under the Change the base location in catalog XML become active.
b) Select one of the following:
* ftp.dell.com — Allows you to save the catalog file to the default FTP location.
* Empty field — Allows you to type the new location where you want to save the catalog file.
7. Click Generate report, if you want to view the report of the saved catalog file.
NOTE: The report is generated and saved in the same location that is specified in step 3.
8. Click Save.
The Please wait... dialog box appears while processing the job before submission.
9. Monitor the progress from Jobs Queue, after the Export Queued window is displayed.
10. Click OK to return to the Dell Repository Manager screen.
Comparing And Updating Repositories
You can compare the repositories you created or imported with other available repositories to view the differences and
update the destination repository.
To compare and update repositories:
1. From the My Repositories tab, select the repository which you want to update, and click Open.
2. Click Run a comparison.
The Update Repository window is displayed. The instructions on updating the repository appear on the Summary
tab.
3. From the Source Repository drop-down list, select a repository with which you want to compare the repository you
selected in step 1.
NOTE: You can also run a comparison for a Source Repository.
4. Click Compare.
The comparison details appear in the categorized tabs in the Update Repository window.
Table 1. Update Repository Window - Tabs
Tab Description
Summary View the comparison summary of the selected repositories. The summary displays
the total number of files in each category and the number of new version files,
changed files, obsolete files, and other files in source.
The Summary tab is displayed by default.
Newer Versions Click to view the latest versions of the updates available in the source repository.
Select the check box corresponding to the system from which you want to add
files to the destination repository. The source and destination files appear on the
right-hand side. Select the check box corresponding to the files you want to add
and click Update.
Changed Files Click to view any component files whose hash values are different in the
destination and source repositories. Select the check box corresponding to the
files you want to update in the destination repository and click Update.
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Obsolete Files Click to view the files that exist in the destination repository but, not in the source
repository. Select the check box corresponding to the system from which you
want to remove the files. The file names appear on the right-hand side. Select the
check box corresponding to the files you want to remove and click Update.
Other Files in Source Click to view new files in the source repository. Select the check box
corresponding to the system from which you want to add files to the destination
repository. The source files appear on the right-hand side. Select the check box
corresponding to the files you want to add to the destination repository and click
Update.
You can filter the files using the System or Device filters.
5. Select the updates for the destination repository.
The Show report after update check box is enabled.
6. Select the Show report after update check box if you want to view the update report.
The destination repository is updated with the latest versions of the updates available in the source repository.
The update report for the selected repositories appears in the Repository Update Report window.
NOTE: If you do not want to view the report, clear the Show report after update check box.
7. If you click Save As... select the location to save the report in the Where would you like to save the report? option.
8. Click Close to return to the Update Repository window.
9. Click Close to return to the Dell Repository Manager screen.
Editing A Repository
You can only edit the name and description of a selected repository, if the repository is editable.
To edit a repository:
1. On the My Repositories tab select the repository you want to edit, and click Open to view the repository.
2. Click Repository —>Properties.
3. In the Repository Properties window, edit the Name: or Description: information.
4. Click OK to apply the changes.
Creating Bootable CD or USB Keys For Updates
You can create bootable USB keys for updates, using any third party or free tool. You can start your managed system by
the bootable CD or USB storage. After the system starts up, it automatically runs the selected updates. After the update
is complete, you can remove the CD or USB storage, and reboot the system to your host operating system.
You can use the bootable ISO to apply the updates if:
• You have a server running an operating system that is not supported by Dell Repository Manager, such as
Berkeley Software Distribution (BSD), Solaris, or older versions of Microsoft Windows, RedHat Linux or SUSE
Linux.
• You are using Linux versions such as Ubuntu or Debien.
• You prefer to do your updates (regardless of OS) in an out-of-band method.
To create bootable USB keys, using the tool - UNetBootIn as an example:
1. Download the UNetBootIn for Windows available at http://sourceforge.net/projects/unetbootin/files/UNetbootin/.
2. Run the Dell Repository Manager and generate the bootable ISO.
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3. Start UNetBootIn and select the Diskimage option.
4. Click […] adjacent to the ISO drop-down and navigate to the ISO created by Dell Repository Manager.
5. Ensure that the type setting is equal to USB drive and the location where you want to download the USB key
displays in the drive drop-down.
6. Click OK to start the USB writing.
7. After the USB key writing is complete, insert the USB Key into a USB port on the system you want to upgrade.
8. Press <F11>.
The boot menu is displayed.
9. Select the USB key as the boot target.
10. Select option 1 in the UNetBootIn menu’s boot menu to proceed with the component updates.
Opening The Dell Online Repository
To open the Dell online catalog directly:
1. On the My Repositories tab, click View Source.
NOTE: By default, the source is set to Dell online repository (ftp.dell.com). You can change the source to a
different repository by clicking Application → Settings → Source Repository on the Dell Repository Manager
window.
NOTE: You may have to provide your user credentials, if prompted.
2. If you have used the View Source option for the first time, the Source Repository window is displayed with the
following message: To view the source catalog and files, the application database
must first be populated with data from the source. Would you like to update
the database now?
3. Click Yes to continue or click No to exit the window.
The Please wait... window is displayed while the catalog is being downloaded.
NOTE: When a new catalog file is available from Dell, New Catalog Available notification appears on the menu
bar. Click the notification to import the latest catalog file. Once the online repository is loaded, the bundles
and components in the repository appear under the respective tabs.
NOTE: Once the Source Catalog is installed on the Dell Repository Manager, it enables the Sync Database
with Source option.
Viewing The Properties Of A Repository
To view the properties of a repository:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the desired repository, and click Open.
2. Click Properties.
The Repository Properties window is displayed.
The following details are displayed:
– Name and description of the repository
– Date created
– Date imported
– Number of the components in the repository
– Form factor
– System models
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– Dell update package format
– Unassigned components in the repository
3. Click Cancel to exit the Repository Properties window.
Working With Components
Components are also known as Dell Update Packages (DUPs). They are used for updating the Basic Input Output System
(BIOS), firmware, and drivers on specific platforms.
The list of components you add appear in the Components tab. You can sort the list of components based on Keyword
Search, Update Type, Criticality, Brand, Supported Platforms, Component Version, Operating System, Supported
Devices, Release Date, and PCI Device Info.
You can view the number of components in the list and the number of components you select, at the top of the list. The
numbers are displayed in the Selected/Total: format:
Adding Components
You can add components from repositories to the repository you select. Before you can add components, you must
download them and save them to a specific location.
To add components:
1. Select the Components that you want to add, click Download File.
The Browse For Folder window displayed.
2. In the Browse For Folder window navigate to the location where you want to save these components before adding
them to another bundle or repository, and Click
A Component download Queued window is displayed.
OK.
NOTE: The job is submitted to the Jobs Queue. You can check the Jobs Queue to follow the progress.
3. Select the repository to which you want to add the component and click Open.
4. On the Components tab, click Import.
The Select DUP File to Add window is displayed.
5. In the Select DUP File to Add window, navigate to the file location where you want to import the DUP from and click
Open.
The Please Wait ... window appears. You can browse and search for the component from all the repositories
available on the system.
Dell Repository Manager adds the component to the repository and the following message is displayed:
DUP File(s) Imported successfully as well as the name of the DUP that was imported.
NOTE: You can import only the DUP files to the repository which are digitally signed by Dell. For Windows
DUP, the signature is embedded into the same file. If it is a Linux DUP, ensure that the relevant DUP signature
file <DUP file name>.sign is located in the same folder as the DUP file. Else, the import function fails.
6. Click Close to return to the repository.
Viewing The Size Of Components
In the Components tab, you can view the size of all the components you select in the repository, at the top of the
components list. The size is displayed in MB or GB.
You can also view the size of individual components in the Size column, in the components list.
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Downloading Components
You can download one or multiple components to the local drives on the system.
To download components:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the desired repository, click Open.
2. In the Components tab, select the component you want to download, and click Download File.
The Browse For Folder window displayed.
3. In the Browse For Folder window navigate to where you want to save these components before adding them to
another bundle or repository, and Click
A Component download Queued window is displayed.
NOTE: The job has been submitted to the Jobs Queue. You can check the Jobs Queue to follow the progress.
OK.
Copying Components
To copy components:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the desired repository, and click Open.
2. On the Components tab, select the component(s) to copy.
3. Click Copy To.
The Copy Component(s) window is displayed.
4. Click Next.
The Copy Destination window is displayed.
5. Select one of the following, and click Next.
The options available are:
– Copy component(s) into an Existing Repository
– Create a NEW Repository and copy component(s) into it
6. If you select Copy component(s) into an Existing Repository, in the Select Repository window, select a repository
from the list of repositories displayed.
a) Click Next.
The Copy Component Summary window is displayed. This window displays information about the component(s)
under Selected Components: and Destination Components.
b) Click Finish.
The Copy Components window is displayed.
c) Click Close.
7. If you select Create a NEW Repository and copy component(s) into it , in the Name and Description window, type a
Name: and Description: for the new repository.
a) Click Next.
The Copy Component Summary window is displayed. This window displays information about the component(s)
under Selected Components: and Destination Components.
b) Click Finish.
The Copy Components window is displayed.
c) Click Close.
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Viewing Component Properties
You can view properties of components on the Components tab.
To view component properties:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the desired repository, and click Open.
2. On the Components tab, select the component to view its properties.
3. Click Properties.
The Components Properties window is displayed listing the information about the component selected.
4. Click Close to return to the repository.
Deleting Components
You can delete components from a repository. To delete components:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select the desired repository, and click Open.
2. Click Components.
3. On the Components screen, select the component(s) you want to delete, and click Delete.
The Delete Component(s) window is displayed.
4. In the Delete Component(s) window, click:
– Delete from Repository — Deletes the component from the corresponding Repository.
If the selected components are assigned to any bundle or bundle(s) in the repository, the following
message is displayed: You are about to modify Dell recommended bundle(s).
Please test the bundle(s) before deployment if you want to continue.
NOTE: You can use the check box next to the displayed message to opt out from seeing this message
again.
– Cancel — Exits the Delete Component(s) window.
5. If you selected Delete from Repository, the Delete task removes the component(s) from the repository and the
database.
The Please Wait... window is displayed while the component(s) is being deleted.
Working With Filters
The Dell Repository Manager has an extensive search mechanism that allows you to query repositories, create filters,
and save and load filters. Using the filtering capabilities of the Dell Repository Manager, you can view specific Dell
Update Packages (DUPs) from any selected repository.
You can create filters based on the following criteria:
• Keyword Search
• Update Type
• Criticality
• Brand
• Supported Platforms
• Component Version
• Operating System
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• Supported Devices
• Release Date
• PCI Device Info — Peripheral Components Interconnect (PCI)
Filter Properties
The filter properties table lists the properties of the filters that user can base for search on:
Property Description
Keyword Search Filters components based on the text you enter. For example, if you enter Latitude,
Dell Repository Manager displays all the latest repositories and components
applicable to the Latitude systems.
NOTE: You can enter only regular search syntax in this field.
Update Type Filters components based on the type of components. The available options are:
• Drivers
• Firmwares
• BIOS
• Applications
• Utilities
For example, if you select BIOS, Dell Repository Manager displays all the components
comprising only BIOS updates.
Criticality Filters components based on the criticality of the update. The available options are:
• Optional
• Recommended
• Urgent
For example, if you select Urgent, Dell Repository Manager displays all the
components that you need to immediately update your system with.
Brand The available options are:
• Precision
• OptiPlex
• Latitude
Supported Platforms Filters components based on the selected platform. The available options are:
• All
• Selected
For example, if you select Latitude E4200, Dell Repository Manager displays the
components applicable to the Dell Latitude E4200 system.
NOTE: When you select a platform, Repository Manager displays all the
applicable updates relevant to that platform. However, not all these updates may
be available at www.dell.com/support.
Component Version Filters components based on the version of the component. The available options are:
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• All: Displays all the components in the selected repository irrespective of the
component version.
• Most Recent: Displays the most recent version of the component in the
selected repository.
• Contains: Displays all the components whose version contain the text you
entered. For example, if you entered A01. Dell Repository Manager displays
all the components whose version is A01.
Operating System Filters components based on the file format. The options available options are:
• All
• Windows-DUP
• Non-DUP
For example, if you select Windows-DUP, Dell Repository Manager displays the
components applicable to the Windows operating system. If you select Non-DUP,
Dell Repository Manager displays components that are operating systemindependent.
Supported Devices Filters components based on supported hardware devices. The available options are:
• All
• NIC
• Video
• Audio
• Chipset
For example, if you select NIC, Dell Repository Manager displays all the components
that contain updated Network Interface Cards (NICs).
Release Date Filters components based on the release date of the components. The available
options are:
• Any Date
• Exact Date
• Prior To
• Most Recent
For example, if you enter 12/12/2012 and select Prior to, Dell Repository Manager
displays all the components released earlier than December 12, 2010.
PCI Device Info Filters components based on the PCI devices. The available options are:
• All
• Contains
Saving Filters
To create or save a filter:
1. On the My Repositories tab, select a repository for which you want to search the components.
2. Click Open.
The components for that repository are displayed on the right.
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3. Select and expand the filter option(s) listed under Filter Components by: . Refer Filter Properties to analyze the
details of each filter before you use them for your customized filter.
4. Once you have finalized the filter properties for your customized filter, click Save... to save your search and use it in
the future.
The Save Filter window is displayed.
5. Type a Name: and Description: for your filter.
6. Click Save.
The following message is displayed: Search Filter Saved....
NOTE: You can access the saved search or filter from the drop-down box located above the Keyword Search
field.
7. Click OK.
Managing Filters
The drop-down box on the left side of the Dell Repository Manager displays the filters that you created and saved.
To view a summary of the all existing filters, click Manage. The Manage Filters window displays the following options on
the selected filter:
• Properties — Allows you to edit the name and description of a selected filter. In the Properties tab, you need to
click Save to keep changes or Cancel to return to the Manage Filters window.
• Delete — Select the filter, and click Delete → Yes, to delete the filter, or click No to return to the Manage Filters
window.
• Close — Closes the Manage Filters window.
Working With Jobs Queue
The Jobs Queue option is available once you launch the Dell Repository Manager. Jobs Queue is a feature which is
added to the Dell Repository Manager to enhance usability. You can control and perform different tasks for various
repositories under the same console using this feature. With the previous versions of the DRM (until DRM 1.4) users
needed to wait for one job to complete before performing another job. Using this feature user can perform, monitor, and
prioritize different jobs at the same time. The tasks can be performed using the Stop, Start, Remove, and Details tabs.
Stopping Jobs In The Jobs Queue
Select the check box next to the job from the Jobs Queue and click Stop to pause that particular job. You can stop a job
at any time while it is running. Once you Start a job that has been stopped, the job restarts from the beginning.
Starting Jobs In The Jobs Queue
Select the job from the Jobs Queue, and click Start to initiate any particular job. Refer to the Status and Progress tab
next to the Job Name tab to check the completion. You need to stop the job that is running first, if you want to change
the order for any job. Also, as soon as you stop the currently running job, the next one in the queue will start to run.
Make sure that there is no job in the queue while you are trying to start a previously stopped job.
NOTE: You can only start jobs that have been stopped previously.
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Removing Jobs In The Jobs Queue
Select the job from the Jobs Queue, and click Remove to delete that particular job.
NOTE: You must first Stop a job and only then it can be Removed from the queue. This only applies if that particular
job is running at the time. If the job is in the queue, it can be removed without stopping it first. You can select
multiple jobs together and remove them from the Jobs Queue.
If you close the Dell Repository Manager while a job is still being processed in the Jobs Queue, the Processing Jobs
window displays the following message:
You have one job being processed.
Would you like to Stop processing and Exit now?
Job names of the jobs which are in processing state is displayed under the Jobs Queue.
• Click Cancel to close the window and allow the job to finish processing.
• Click Stop and Exit to exit the application without completing the jobs in the Jobs Queue.
NOTE: You can select multiple jobs together and remove them from the Jobs Queue. The Remove option prompts
you to reconfirm the removal of the job, Are you sure you want to permanently remove the
selected Job(s)? window appears for confirmation. If, the job is already completed, removing the job will
not remove the work that is completed, it will only remove the job listed in the jobs queue.
Jobs Queue Details
1. Select the job from the Jobs Queue, and click Details to view the Job Execution Details.
2. Click Report tab to view the Job Details.
The Job Details window displays the information on the Job Name, Repository, Job Status, Job Result, Download
Path, and the information on the Files failed to download.
3. Click Log to view the timing details.
4. Click Close.
Scheduling Automatic Search
The following are the benefits of using the Automatic Search feature to schedule an automatic download and/or build an
update repository from the support site:
• Downloading updates from Dell Support site for one or more Dell products based on the brands and service tags
can be scheduled. This schedule can be used to check and download updates periodically, during the off pick
hours.
• Updates can be packaged in a Light Weight Deployment Pack (LWDP) available to be used directly to update the
systems. The update process can be automated with the help of the batch (.bat for Windows) or shell (.sh for
Linux) files created as part of the LWDP.
NOTE: The Windows Task Scheduler must be started to enable the Automatic Search feature. You can enable The
Windows Task Scheduler service in the Windows Services console. To use the Automatic Search feature you
require an internet connection.
NOTE: Legacy systems are available with this search feature.
You can automate and schedule the search option for updating files from www.dell.com/support.
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Source → Schedule Automatic Search.
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The Automatic Search window is displayed.
2. Under Search Method , select the Brand option and select the type of device.
3. Under Models: select the desired model and click Add >.
Repeat step 3 to add more models to the selected items list. The model(s) selected are displayed on the right.
NOTE: The Service Tag option allows you to search a device based on the Service Tag provided.
NOTE: To remove a model from the selected items, select the model from the Selected: box and click Remove.
Repeat the step, if you want to remove more models from the selected items.
4. Under Include the following types of update files in the search results, select the type(s) of update files from the
following list:
– Update Type
– Criticality
– Operating System
– Availability
5. Click the Actions tab, and select one of the following options:
– Import updates to an existing repository — This option allows you to import update files to repositories that
exist in the Dell Repository Manager.
– Import updates to a new repository — This option is selected by default. You can type a prefix for the new
repository. By default the prefix is Repo.
– Save updates to a local repository — This option is also selected by default. If you want to save the update
file locally, then click Browse to navigate to that location where you want to save the update file.
– Export updates as a Lightweight Deployment Package (LWDP) — Select this option and click Browse to
navigate to the location where you want to save the update file as an LWDP.
6. Click the Schedule tab.
7. Select Enable automatic searching for update files from Dell Support Site (www.dell.com/support).
8. Select the Start date, Schedule, and Security Options.
– Start: — You can set the date and time for the automatic search.
– Schedule — You can set the frequency of the schedule.
– Security Options — You can set the type of security.
NOTE: The Save button becomes active after all of the options have been selected.
9. Click Save to complete the process.
A Task Creation window is displayed. Click Yes.
An Automatic Search widow is displayed confirming the task has been created successfully. Click OK.
Searching Dell Support Site
This feature allows the users to search for the latest updates from the Dell Support site for more than one platform. The
updates can be downloaded using DRM, which save time as compared to searching the support site for individual
updates related to different platforms.
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Source → Search the Dell Support Site.
The Search Dell Support Site screen is displayed.
2. Under Search Method, select the Brand option and select the type of device.
3. Under Models: select the desired model and click Add >.
Repeat step 3 to add more models to the selected items list. The model(s) selected are displayed on the right.
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NOTE: The Service Tag option allows you to search a device based on the Service Tag provided.
NOTE: To remove a model from the selected items, select the model from the Selected: box and click Remove.
Repeat the step, if you want to remove more models from the selected items.
4. Under Search Options (File Format), select one of the following options:
– Dell Update Packages — This is the default option. You can import all the DUPs to the local repository
when you use the default option.
– All file formats — You can download all the non DUP files to the system by choosing this option, but you
cannot import other non DUP files to the local repository.
5. Click Search.
The Searching for Latest updates window is displayed.
You can view the details of the updates in the Please Wait... window. This may take several minutes depending on
the number of updates.
Or click Clear to reset the search options and start from the beginning.
In the Search Results window you can view the details for individual updates. The Dell Update Package tab
displays whether the update is a DUP or non-DUP file. You can download a file or export a DUP file to the local
system as well as a component for an existing or new repository. You can also download the non-DUP files to the
system, however, you cannot export the non-DUP files.
NOTE: If there are no updates found, a window is displayed with the message No updates found for
the selected platforms.
Exporting Updates From Support Site
1. On the Dell Repository Manager screen, click Source → Search the Dell Support Site .
2. On the Search tab, select the Brand option and select the type of device.
3. Under Models: select the desired model and click Add >.
4. Under Search Options (File Format), select one of the following options:
– Dell Update Packages
– All file formats
5. Click Search.
The Searching for Latest updates window is displayed.
6. Once the results are displayed, select one or more updates (these updates can be filtered).
7. Click Export.
The Export to repository window is displayed.
8. You can choose the following options from the Repository Export options:
– Select one or more repositories to Export to: — You can select the desired repositories from this list.
– Exports update to a new repository — You can exports update to a new repository. The Export to New
repository window is displayed. You need to provide details for the Name: and Description: fields.
9. Select one of the Bundle Options to export updates to bundles in repositories.
– Replace old files in new files in all bundles — Replaces all the older versions of the DUPs in the bundles.
NOTE: The Bundle disclaimer window is displayed with all the Dell bundles which can be updated
with this export.
– Create new bundle — Creates a new bundle for different platforms and operating systems with generic
names.
10. The Support Files download Queued window is displayed.
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A Support file export job has been submitted to the Jobs Queue.
11. Click OK to close the window.
Filter Updates
You can use the following filters in the Dell Repository Manager:
OS Type
• Allows you to filter the search based on the operating system selected. The options available are Windows and
Linux.
Criticality
• Filters the component(s) based on the criticality of the update. The available options are Recommended, Urgent,
and Optional.
For example, if you select Urgent, the Dell Repository Manager displays all the components that require an immediate
update.
Update Type
• Filters the component(s) based on the type of update required for the component. The available options are
BIOS, Firmware, Driver, Application, and Utilities.
For example, if you select BIOS, the Dell Repository Manager displays all the bundle(s) and components that require a
BIOS update.
NOTE: This filter displays the components only if they match the search criteria.
Availability
• Filters based on the availability of the update file. You can select from the following options:
– All available files — Lists all the possible files from the catalog file.
– New files not in Dell FTP Catalog — Lists the files that are posted later than the FTP catalog date.
– All files not in Dell FTP catalog — Lists the files that are already part of the Dell FTP catalog.
File Format
• Filters based on the required file format for the update. You can select from the following options:
– Dell Update Packages (DUP) — This is the default option. You can import all the DUPs to the local
repository when you use the default option and chose download.
– All file formats — You can download all the non DUP files to the system by choosing this option, but you
cannot import non DUP files to the local repository.
Dates
• Filters updates based on the selected time period. You can select from the following options:
– Any Date — Display updates for any dates.
– Date Range — You can assign a Start: and End: date to filter the updates periodically using this filter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This section lists some frequently asked questions about the Dell Repository Manager.
Where is the Dell Repository Manager runtime log located?
Dell Repository Manager creates two log files at runtime:
• DellRepositoryManager_Server.svclog — Data Center Version
• DellRepositoryManager_Client.svclog — Business Client Version
The log file is located in C:\Users\<user name>\AppData\ Local\RepositoryManager\Log.
I see an update present in dell.com/support but when I install the repository from ftp.dell.com using the Dell Repository Manager, I do not see that update.
The Dell online repository, which is supported by Dell OpenManage, is released monthly and is qualified by the Dell
testing process. Occasionally, updates may be available on dell.com/support before the contents of the repository on
ftp.dell.com are updated. The new dell.com/support feature of Dell Repository Manager can search the latest update(s)
from the Dell support site. You can use Dell Repository Manager to add the new updates into your repository.
How do I view the unassigned components in a repository?
1. Select a repository and click the Components tab.
2. From the Display from bundles drop-down list, select Unassigned Components. The Dell Repository Manager
displays the unassigned components.
NOTE:
The Unassigned Components option is not displayed if the repository does not have any unassigned
components.
How do I edit the search criteria of the filter that I created?
In the left pane of Dell Repository Manager, select the filter criteria from Filter <Bundles/Components> by: list: You can
edit the filter criteria for these features or specify new criteria.
Can the Dell Repository Manager be run through a Proxy Server?
Yes, install Dell Repository Manager inside the firewall and connect to a catalog located outside the firewall
(ftp.dell.com or a local repository) through a proxy server. You can use the proxy server settings of Internet Explorer. If
the proxy settings for Internet Explorer are not working, the proxy can be set in DRM. You can then use Dell Repository
Manager to customize the catalog as per the requirement and store the customized catalog inside the firewall.
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Why would I use the Dell Repository Manager to create the catalog that LifeCycle Controller uses, instead of just using the catalog on the Server Update Utility (SUU)?
Since, SUU supports Dell systems from Dell PowerEdge 8th generation systems to the most current systems, the catalog
size on SUU is greater (over 7 GB), than the catalog size on the Dell Repository Manager. In the Dell Repository Manager
you can select the systems that you want to manage, thereby decreasing the catalog size (PowerEdge R710 = 729 MB).
When I select Schedule Automatic Search, there is a pop-window
that appears with the following message: Dell Repository Manager Fatal
UI, Error: Dell Repository Manager has encountered an error
DRM creates a Windows Scheduler task behind the scenes to perform automatic search of the Dell update files. The
error can occur when you open the Schedule Automatic Search screen and set a Start Date that is set in the past. You
can change the Start Date on the Windows Task to a future date.
1. Launch Windows Task Scheduler from Programs Menu.
2. Navigate and click on the Task Scheduler library node on the left pane.
3. Search for DellRepositoryManagerDataCenterVersion-FindNewUpdates-... task. This is a Windows tasks that is
created by DRM.
4. Click Properties.
5. Select the Triggers tab.
6. Search for the trigger that you specified using DRM. Edit this trigger and change the Start date to a future time.
7. Once the Start date has changed, re-launch DRM to make any changes to Automatic Search.
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If I export a bundle using Export to light weight deployment scripts, am I going to re-download the DUPs which are already in my system?
Whenever a DUP is downloaded, it is stored locally in a file system [%localappdata%\RepositoryManager\FileStore]
location. It is not stored using the DUP file name in that location, hence it is not traceable with the exact DUP names. For
further use of the DUPs, DRM will fetch them from this location and will NOT re-download.
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