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VSA change MAC vSphere 5.1

edit the vmx file /vmfs/volumes/50bf4d82-31b73571-5543-001e4f378eac/MAS # vi MAS.vmx ensure you are using generated MACs: ethernet0.addressType = “generated” ethernet1.addressType = “generated” edit these 3 lines to reflect the MAC you want. this  assumes you want to use one of the “VMWARE automagic (00:0c:29)” ones, notice the last 6 chars of the […]


Firmware for individual components

Before upgrading any individual components, check the latest compatibility matrix ( in attachment ) Check if a SAN/iQ patch is available for your firmware. This method is always preferred. Download the Smart Update Firmware DVD 10.10 If additional files need to be added to the Smart Firmware DVD, download the […]


Apply patches and updates in Support Mode

Shutdown the CMC Open Users[user].storage_systempreferences.txt At the top of the file, add the following: CmcSystemPreference.supportMode=true CmcUpgradePreference.useOldUpgrades=true CmcUpgradePreference.userUpgrade=true Start CMC, under Configuration Summary there will now be a “Support Upgrades” tab. Browse to the patch Select the node you want to update Apply update