Intel D50DNP1MHCPAC Server System UEFI BIOS/Firmware R01.02.0001

Versions:

- System BIOS: SE5C741.86B.01.02.0001
- ME Firmware: 06.01.04.005
- BMC Firmware: 1.95
- FRU: 0.09
- CPLD: v4p68
- sysfwupdt.efi: Version 16.0.9

BIOS Changes:

1. Change SVN number to 3
2. BIOS copyright date is updated to 2024
3. BTS: FCP#91, DNP#95 There is a CPU SMI time-out event after setting the new password via syscfg with the command syscfg /bap (old password) (new password).
4. This release is mapping to RP release Reference code version: EGLSTRM.0.RPB.107.D.52

IPU 2024.1 SPR fixes included in this BIOS release:
- [IPU2024.1]INTEL-SA-00972: Non-transparent sharing of return predictor targets between contexts in some Intel Processors may allow an authorized user to potentially enable information disclosure via local access.
- [IPU2024.1]INTEL-SA-00982: Trusted Execution Configuration Register Access
- [IPU2024.1]INTEL-SA-00960: Error Injection and Intel Hyper-Threading Disabled

BMC Changes:

- Defect: [DNP#85/FCP#80]Password cannot be saved and the User even be cleared with BMC 1.94-0

CPLD Changes:

1. Version change to 0x30 DNP v4p8, mailbox and SGPIO.
2. SVN value is 0x02 for Debug Signed(mailbox 0x02), 0x08 fpr Production Signed. ROT vlaue is 0x02 for EagleStream PLATFORM (mailbox 0x03), 0x01 for Whitley.
3. Fix BIOS recovery will be triggered after updating BMC OnReset for a while

FRU Changes:

- Support updating board FRU ID field when updating FRU information in master.cfg

GENERAL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE:

1. Unzip the contents of the update package and copy all files to the root directory of a removable media (USB flash drive)
2. Insert the USB flash drive to any available USB port on the system to be updated
3. Power on the server and boot into uEFI shell
4. Access to the USB flash drive inserted and begin the update process running the Startup.nsh
5. Once BIOS update process has successfully completed, system will reboot automatically and will take around 13 minutes with the screen off and ID Led (Blue light) ON, once the ID and SYSTEM LED are off, the server will power on automatically.
6. After first reboot and post screen, the server could be rebooted a second time.

Verifying Updates:

01. After the final update has completed successfully, reboot the system
02. During POST, hit the <F2> Key when prompted to access the BIOS Setup Utility
03. At the main menu verify the BIOS revision is correct
04. Move cursor to the SERVER MANAGEMENT menu and hit Enter
05. Move cursor to the SYSTEM INFORMATION Option and hit Enter
06. Verify the BMC Firmware revision is correct
07. Verify the ME Firmware revision is correct
08. Configure desired BIOS Option settings
09. Hit the F10 Key to Save Changes and Exit

UEFI sysfwupdt:

1. Power on system, press F2 enter BIOS setup and goto Main > PFR page, set PFR provision to enable.
2. Press F10 to save and reboot.
3. During POST, press F2 to enter BIOS setup again, goto Main > PFR page, PFR Provision change to grey and can't be chosen, PFR Provision Status change to Provisioned.
4. Copy the entire contents of the IWFI package to the HDD or USB flash drive. (All of the files in the package must reside in the same directory.)
5. Boot to UEFI Shell, then change the Shell to mapped device file system Example: Shell> fs0: (or fs1:)
6. Run UpdBIOS_FCP.nsh (or startup.nsh to full installation of the SUP).).
7. Reboot system after the update is completed.
8. Do NOT interrupt the BIOS POST during the first boot.

BMC

 Web Console update:
1. Open BMC Web Console and login
2. Go to Configuration > BIOS/IFWI Firmware Update
3. if desired select Recovery and/or Reset Immediately checkboxes
4. Choose the File (XXX_EBG_SPR_UpdateCapsule_prd.bin)
5. Upload
6. BIOS will be updated on the next reboot (if Reset Immediately checkbox was not selected).
7. Do NOT interrupt the BIOS POST during the first boot.

FRUSDR INSTALLATION:

1. Ensure BMC FW release v1.36-0 or later is pre-installed before attempting this FRU update.
2. Copy all of the files and directories of this zip to a USB key
3. Execute the following script to bring up the main FRU load menu: UpdFRU_FCP.nsh
4. If want to direct update FRU without prompt selection:fru_update_noprompt.nsh

About Firmware Updates:

Applying a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your unit can bring various enhancements, include workarounds for diverse problems encountered by the device, and improve or add newly developed features.

On the other hand, downgrading the firmware version can recover the device's functionality in the event of a software update either turning up faulty or causing the unit's overall performance to drop. However, bear in mind that applying an older firmware isn't recommended and might not always be possible.

When it comes to the update steps, due to the large variety of devices and numerous ways for installing a new firmware, it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the upgrade steps, and consider applying a different firmware only when you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

As the installation process is most of the times quite risky, this step should be taken by users that have the ability to successfully complete the update; regular users may initiate it at their own risk. Moreover, it's best that this task be performed in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

Therefore, if you consider applying this release, hit the download button, take into account all the aforementioned aspects, and update the device's firmware. Also make sure you constantly check with our website to ensure that you don't miss a single new release.