Dell Server Update Utility Release Notes - Linux

Summary

This essential OpenManage Server Update Utility is designed to maintain optimal performance and compatibility for Dell EMC PowerEdge servers, supporting models from 12th through 14th generation. It allows system administrators to efficiently update critical components, including BIOS, firmware, drivers, and operating systems running various Linux distributions (SUSE/Red Hat). Use this documented tool to ensure your server infrastructure remains current, secure, and fully compatible with the latest hardware modules.

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DELL EMC OPENMANAGE SERVER UPDATE UTILITY FOR LINUX Version 18.11.00 (64-bit) Release Notes

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Page 1 DELL EMC OPENMANAGE SERVER UPDATE UTILITY FOR LINUX Version 18.11.00 (64-bit) Release Notes

Page 2 Release Type and Definition This release notes provides information about Dell EMC Open Manage Server Update Utility (SUU) for 12th generation of Power Edge servers to 14th generation of Power Edge se...

Page 3 • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 update 3 x64 • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 update 4 x64 • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 update 5 x64 Virtualization Operating Systems: • Citrix Xen Server v6.5 See the "D...

Page 4 servers (64-bit operating system) with i DRAC version later than 2.10.10.10. • If you launch SUU from a command shell and then press <Ctrl><C>, the SUU procedure, as well as any running up...

Page 5 "/var/lock/.spsetup" file using the Linux lockfile utility during the initial execution procedure. Kernel panics or sudden reboots during DUP execution (reboots where TERM signals are not se...

Page 6 2. Select your support category. 3. If you are not a U.S. customer, select your country code at the bottom of the support.dell.com page, or select All to see more choices. 4. Select the appropriate se...

Page 7 THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONIN...

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Brand	Server
Pages	7
File Size	418.01 KB
Published	May 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What operating systems are supported by SUU?

It supports several Linux OSes, including SUSE SLES 12 SP3 x64, RHEL 7 up to update 5 x64, and Citrix XenServer v6.5.

Am I running the latest server generation?

Yes, this release provides information for PowerEdge servers from 12th generation up to 14th generation models like MX840c.

What should I do if I cancel SUU while it is running in a command shell?

Pressing <Ctrl><C> will terminate the entire SUU procedure, and any ongoing updates.

Are there specific issues when updating Qlogic 41xxx adapter firmware?

If you run the update for the same version, the process is noted to be unsuccessful.