Welcome to Dell Repository Manager
Dell Repository Manager (DRM) is an application that allows IT Administrators to easily manage system updates. Dell Repository Manager provides a searchable interface used to create custom software collections known as bundles and repositories of Dell Update Packages (DUPs).
These bundles and repositories allow for the deployment of multiple firmware updates at once.
A Dell Update Package (DUP) is a self-contained executable in a standard package format that updates a software element on a Dell server such as the BIOS, a device driver, firmware, and other similar software updates.
Additionally, Dell Repository Manager makes it easier to locate specific updates for a particular platform, which saves time.
See a screenshot of the Data Center Version GUI
How does Dell Repository Manager Work?
DRM connects to Dell's online catalog of updates that contains information on the available Dell Update Packages (DUPs). Once you have selected your updates, Dell Repository Manager downloads the specific file(s) you have requested.
Repository Manager can also compare differences between two repositories at both the bundle and component level. It allows you to create deployment tools using your custom repository. Repository Manager is available for Dell Data Center (Server, Storage, Networking) and Dell Enterprise client products. The Data Center version can create and manage repositories for Dell PowerEdge servers, select EquaLogic, PowerVault & Compellent storage as well as select PowerConnect and Force10 networking switches. The Dell Client version manages updates for Dell Latitude, Precision Workstation and OptiPlex client systems.
Dell Repository Manager integrates with Dell systems management products such as Dell OpenManage Essentials console and the Dell Management Plug-in for VMware vCenter. Dell Repository Manager automates creation of custom repositories by reading inventory information from these consoles and creating of a set of updates that is newer than what is currently installed.
What's New + Downloads
| Release Summary | ||
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v 2.2 | What's new:
| 20 April 2016(download) |
v2.1 | What's new: 1. Performance: Building deployment tools such as a Bootable ISO and Customized Server Update Utility has always been time consuming. Internal testing shows 30-40% improvement in build times. | 20 Aug 2015 (download) |
v2.0 | New Features:
| 17Dec2014 (download) |
| Manuals & Documents (home) | |
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| v2.1 Installation Guide | v2.1 User's Guide - Business Client Version |
| v2.1 Release Notes | v2.1 User's Guide - Data Center Version |
| v2.1 Troubleshooting Guide | |
| Useful Links |
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| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) |
| Repository Manager for Clients |
| OpenManage Essentials Home |
| OpenManage Integration for VMware vCenter Home |
| iDRAC with Lifecycle Controller Home |