System software release 2.1.0 is associated with the Oracle ILOM firmware version 4.0.4.22, as well as the latest OS support updates and patches. Newer Oracle ILOM firmware versions have a higher number or a letter added. For example, the system firmware version property in Oracle ILOM might be associated with 4.0.4.22.a.
Some product features are enabled only when the latest versions of patches and firmware are installed. To retain optimal system performance, security, and stability, you must install the latest operating system, patches, and firmware. For further information, see “Getting Server Firmware and Software Updates” in the Sun Server X4-2L Installation Guide.
To verify that the Oracle firmware version is a minimum of 4.0.4.22 or newer, follow these steps:
From the web interface, click System Information → Summary, then view the property information for the System Firmware Version in the General Information table.
From the CLI, at the command prompt (->) type: show /System/Firmware
For more details, refer to information about viewing system information and inventory in your server administration guide, which is available at https://www.oracle.com/goto/x86admindiag/docs.
Refer to the information about performing firmware updates in the Oracle ILOM Administrators Guide for Configuration and Maintenance, which is available at https://www.oracle.com/goto/ilom/docshttps://www.oracle.com/goto/ilom/docs. Ensure that you perform the preparatory steps described in that document before updating the firmware.