Intel R1304SPOSHOR Server System OFU BIOS/Firmware 03.01.0042

Versions:

- BIOS: 03.01.0042
- ME: 04.01.04.054
- BMC: 01.16.11302
- FRUSDR: V0.27
 

Changes in BIOS 03.01.R0042:

- FW-UEFI-Vuln-2018-038 BIOS does not set TCO_BASE_LOCK
- FW-UEFI-Vuln-2018-038 BIOS does not set TCO_BASE_LOCK
- Boot into ESXi6.7u1 after enable "VT for Directed I/O", system would hang with purple srcreen.
- Lack of ACPI IPMC HID IPI0001 Device causes standard IPMI driver can't be automatically loaded in OS
- FW-UEFI-Vuln-2018-031 - Dynamic loops accessing one element beyond boundary due to <= operator
- Update Security version to 7

Changes in BMC 01.16.11302:

- Add two security fix which is similar with purley platform: #2205553951 Unauthenticated user can get system GUID of the BMC AND #2205553948 Low-privileged user can retrieve hash containing password of other users, including administrators

Please follow the below procedure to update ME using UEFI iFlash32 14.0 Build 11

1. Boot the system to EFI Shell
2. Download ME release package
3. Unzip the ME release package to HD or USB Flash Drive
4. Map the respective storage device in system with the command Shell> map -r
5. Change the Shell to mapped device file system Example: Shell> fs0: (or fs1:)
6. Run the IFlash32 utility on the prompt. Use ME_xx_xx_xx_xxx.cap file when ME operational Image update is required. Use MEComplete_xx_xx_xx_xxx.cap file when Only whole ME Image update is required. fs0:> IFlash32 [File Name] /u /ni
7. Reboot system after the update is completed.

Use OFU to update system firmware by the following steps:

- Install OFU on Windows or Linux system
- Download the latest firmware update package from http://downloadcenter.intel.com/
- Unzip package to a folder
- Run the following command in Windows command line/Linux terminal window: <OFU install folder name>:flashupdt -u <package folder name>flashupdt.cfg

To update from Windows Preboot Execution Environment (WinPE)

The System Firmware Update Package can be inserted to Windows PE customized image for creating a bootable Windows PE CD. User is able to update system firmware from customized WinPE CD by the following steps:
- Boot server with customized WinPE CD
- Run script "WinPE21_x64_Update.bat" or "WinPE20_x86_Update.bat" (name may be varied depends on your own customization)

About ME Firmware:

If you wish to apply this ME (Management Engine) Firmware version, you should first make sure that the version number matches your AMT (Active Management Technology) family, as each update is specifically developed for certain system configurations.

While this technology is mostly associated with enterprises, it can also be used by various IT administrators as well as regular users. However, bear in mind that even though other platforms might also be compatible, we do not recommend installing this release on OSes other than the specified ones.

About OS Independent BIOS:

Although installing a newer BIOS version might add new features, update various components, or improve the device’s usability, this process is very risky, so the upgrade is recommended to be performed only when it is really needed.

Regardless of the method used or whether the upgrade is performed by a regular or power user, it’s recommended that the new BIOS be applied in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a very important software that loads the currently installed OS, and tests all of the system’s hardware components – so make sure you flash it correctly.

Bear in mind that failing to perform a successful installation could seriously damage your device, and the faulty BIOS resulted from the process might even render it unusable.

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.