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Does BIOS and firmware need to match when adding storage nodes to an existing cluster

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Applies to

  • NetApp Element Software 11.1.x
  • H410S, H300S
  • Cluster expansion

Answer

When expanding a NetApp Element Software cluster by adding storage nodes:

  • The Element OS version needs to match between existing nodes and new nodes.
  • BIOS and firmware versions do not need to be identical, as long as the BIOS and firmware versions on the new nodes are compatible with the installed Element Software version

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