Learn how to obtain I/O adapter and device firmware updates with an HMC with an Internet connection.
To download updates from the service and support system or Web site to your HMC or server, you must have a connection to service and support either through a modem, direct or indirect Internet, or pass-through system.
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You can change the preselected adapters or devices in the table to identify the I/O adapter and device firmware updates that you want to install.
Use the information in the Effect column to determine whether the adapters or devices require you to shut down the adapter or device when you install the I/O adapter or device firmware updates.
Use the information in the Suggested Action column to determine whether the HMC can manage the I/O adapters or devices listed in the table. If the Suggested Action column indicates Cannot Manage, you need to download and install the I/O adapter and device firmware fix through the operating system. Refer to the procedure to obtain the updates through the operating system.
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