James, I have found that shutting down all processes on the mainframe while IBM updates the microcode is the smart choice, less chance of a problem. I also require that the CE stays on site while I bring all of the systems back up.
Just my .02 worth. Loren Charnley, Jr. Tech Support Administrator Family Dollar Stores, Inc. Phone: (704) 847-6961 Ext. 2000 > -----Original Message----- > From: James Melin [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Monday, July 01, 2002 10:57 AM > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject: ESS (shark) microcode upgrade and linux > > IBM is going to apply some microcode changes to our shark dasd box in > order > to support the larger capacity drives. This is, I am told, going to make > disk channels go away and come back. > > Is linux capable of surviving that process or am I going to get mangled? ************************************************************ NOTE: This e-mail message contains PRIVILEGED and CONFIDENTIAL information and is intended only for the use of the specific individual or individuals to which it is addressed. If you are not an intended recipient of this e-mail, you are hereby notified that any unauthorized use, dissemination or copying of this e-mail or the information contained herein or attached hereto is strictly prohibited. If you receive this e-mail in error, notify the person named above by reply e-mail and please delete it. Thank you.
