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Installing the Server
Set the NIC mode to Dedicated, when setting up the CIMC, in the CIMC Configuration Utility. After the
CIMC in configured, in the CIMC GUI, verify that you have the following parameters set.
Updating the BIOS and Cisco IMC Firmware
Caution
The server uses firmware obtained from and certified by Cisco. Cisco provides release notes with each firmware
image. There are several possible methods for updating the firmware:
• Recommended method for firmware update: Use the Cisco Host Upgrade Utility to simultaneously
• You can upgrade the Cisco IMC and BIOS firmware by using the Cisco IMC GUI interface.
• You can upgrade the Cisco IMC and BIOS firmware by using the Cisco IMC CLI interface.
Accessing the System BIOS
Step 1
Enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing the F2 key when prompted during bootup.
The version and build of the current BIOS are displayed on the Main page of the utility.
Note
Step 2
Use the arrow keys to select the BIOS menu page.
Step 3
Highlight the field to be modified by using the arrow keys.
Step 4
Press Enter to select the field that you want to change, and then modify the value in the field.
Step 5
Press the right arrow key until the Exit menu screen is displayed.
Parameters
LLDP
TPM Support
TPM Enabled Status
Ownership
When you upgrade the BIOS firmware, you must also upgrade the Cisco IMC firmware to the same
version or the server does not boot. Do not power off the server until the BIOS and Cisco IMC firmware
are matching or the server does not boot.
Cisco provides the Cisco Host Upgrade Utility to assist with simultaneously upgrading the BIOS, Cisco
IMC, and other firmware to compatible levels.
upgrade the Cisco IMC, BIOS, and component firmware to compatible levels.
For the latest firmware release, see the
Updating the BIOS and Cisco IMC Firmware
Disabled on the VIC
Enabled on the BIOS
Cisco Host Upgrade Utility Quick Reference
Cisco APIC M4/L4 Server Installation and Service Guide
Settings
Enabled
Owned
Guide.
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