Upgrade SANtricity OS on SG6160 storage controller
To ensure optimal functioning of the storage controller, you must upgrade to the latest maintenance release of the SANtricity OS that is qualified for your StorageGRID appliance.
Determine the newest SANtricity OS version that has been qualified for use on your StorageGRID appliance by consulting NetApp Downloads: StorageGRID Appliance and downloading it if needed.
Download the new SANtricity OS Software file from NetApp Downloads: StorageGRID Appliance.
Use one of the following procedures based on the version of SANtricity OS currently installed:
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You can use the Grid Manager to perform the upgrade.
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You can use maintenance mode to perform the upgrade.
For storage controllers currently using SANtricity OS newer than 08.42.20.00 (11.42), it is recommended to use Grid Manager to apply an upgrade. However, you may use the maintenance mode procedure if you prefer it or have been instructed to do so by technical support.