topic Re: HPE SUM modernization in Software - General

HPE SUM modernization

DanCernese — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:30:03 GMT

Do you use HPE SUM?

If so, ..please explore HPE SUM 20 BETA

The new SUM beta for next-generation look and feel.
HPE is soliciting feedback from users of SUM.

Smart Update Manager (SUM) 20.0.0 (Beta) is a firmware update solution that simplifies and automates firmware updates across HPE ProLiant servers. SUM 20.0.0 (Beta) is based on a modernized architecture and it introduces a rich and intuitive user experience, REST API capabilities for automation and integration. This Beta is an early preview, we invite you to explore the SUM 20.0.0 (Beta). Your feedback will help guide future enhancements. For any feedback on SUM 20.0.0 (Beta), please write to ModernSUM-beta-feedback@hpe.com. Note that this PDL is a one directional feedback delivery mechanism, HPE may reach out to you if any further clarification is needed. For more information, please see the SUM 20.0.0 (Beta) User Guide at https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/docDisplay?docId=sd00007985en_us.

It also exists on the July SPP!

For any feedback on SUM 20.0.0 (Beta), please write to ModernSUM-beta-feedback@hpe.com. Note that this PDL is a one directional feedback delivery mechanism, HPE may reach out to you if any further clarification is needed. For more information, please see SUM 20.0.0 (Beta) User Guide.

Re: HPE SUM modernization

Thaufique_Mod — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:16:28 GMT

Hello @DanCernese,

Thanks for posting this informative topic. It is very helpful.

Re: HPE SUM modernization

DanCernese — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:48:29 GMT

Also closely related:

Hello HPE Service Pack for ProLiant user,

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