Spectra Logic spectra t200 Release Note
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Library Firmware
F
IRMWARE
S
UPPORT
P
ROCESS
The support model for Spectra Logic firmware is implemented as follows:
Current Shipping Release – Any issues found in the current release of
Current Shipping Release – Any issues found in the current release of
firmware are resolved either with a patch or a new release, depending
on the types of changes needed. The current release is completely
supported.
on the types of changes needed. The current release is completely
supported.
One Release Prior to the Current Release – Support strongly
recommends that customers using the previous release of firmware
upgrade to the current release. If the customer is unwilling or unable to
do this, Spectra Logic provides patches to the previous release.
upgrade to the current release. If the customer is unwilling or unable to
do this, Spectra Logic provides patches to the previous release.
Two Releases Prior to the Current Release – Customers are asked to
upgrade to the current release. There must be an extremely compelling
reason to avoid upgrading. Patches to firmware that is two releases
prior to the current release are extremely rare.
reason to avoid upgrading. Patches to firmware that is two releases
prior to the current release are extremely rare.
U
PDATING
L
IBRARY
F
IRMWARE
For library firmware update instructions, refer to the Spectra T200, T380,
and T680 User Guide. Check the Spectra Logic web site at
and T680 User Guide. Check the Spectra Logic web site at
for the most current version of the library
firmware.
Firmware Package History
The following pages list changes in library firmware packages for new
features and updates that affect the library and its components.
features and updates that affect the library and its components.
Note:
Unless otherwise stated, the known issues remain active until
moved to the resolved issues section. Always read the known
issues section for each firmware release to make sure you are
aware of any potential problems.
moved to the resolved issues section. Always read the known
issues section for each firmware release to make sure you are
aware of any potential problems.