At Chilli, we can update your Firmware with zero downtime ensuring your business runs as normal. Our Managed Services for Firmware saves you time and provides peace of mind that your systems are up to date.
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Chilli’s MD Richard Warren discusses the pitfalls of falling behind with these tricky updates
David Spurway, Global Principal IBM Power, explains how the process works
Chilli’s Technical Consultant Craig Dean recounts a Firmware incident which affected Storiwze
Failing to upgrade firmware can expose companies to major security risks. Performing regular firmware updates can:
Reported instances of system downtime are becoming a frequent occurrence within the media these days, typically these are multi-hour sometimes day long losses of capability.
Firmware updates often include new functionality and can deliver performance improvements. If you leave the firmware at an old level, a problem might come to the surface at a time when you are least ready for it. Taking a proactive approach to adapter and device firmware means you can protect your systems from such problems.
The majority of firmware updates can be performed concurrently without downtime.
Occasionally the vendor does recommend downtime installations for certain updates. In this instance we arrange a time that is convenient to you.