Updating the Linux controller

About this task

Use the Linux™ tasks to update the controller software, on a Linux computer. These tasks apply any new enhancements and fixes that are included in the chosen version to the controller configuration that is already installed. To initiate a task, complete the following steps:

Procedure

  1. Click Updates > Linux in the navigation tree.
  2. Select the Fixlet that is relevant to the version of controller that you want to upgrade to.
    For example, Updated IBM® BigFix® Remote Control Controller for Linux is now available! (Version 9.1.2).
  3. In the Task window, review the description and follow the instructions in the Actions box to initiate the task.

    Updating controller for Linux task description
  4. In the Take Action window on the Target tab, select the relevant option for determining which targets to install the controller update on.
  5. Click OK and enter your Private Key Password.

Results

The summary screen shows the progress of the task. The controller software on the selected targets is upgraded to the version of the chosen update.