Learn how to use AIX® commands
to install a firmware fix permanently.
You can install a firmware fix permanently by using either
the flash command or the
AIX diagnostic
service aids.
Note: To perform this task, you must meet the following
criteria:
Using the flash command
At an AIX command prompt, type
the following: /usr/lpp/diagnostics/bin/update_flash -c
The
update_flash -c command might run for 10 or more minutes.
Using the AIX diagnostic service
aids
- At an AIX command
prompt, type diag.
- Initialize the terminal type, if requested.
- On the function selection screen, select Tasks and
Service Aids.
- On the task selection screen, scroll to the bottom of the list
of options, and select Update and Manage Flash.
- Select Commit the Temporary Image, and
press Enter. The process might run for 10 or more minutes.
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