IBM xSeries 346 POST/BIOS Flash Disk Version 1.07 (Build ID KPJT31A) Installation README File CONTENTS ________ 1.0 Overview 2.0 Change History 3.0 Installation and Setup Instructions 4.0 Configuration Information 5.0 Unattended Mode 6.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number 7.0 Trademarks and Notices 8.0 Disclaimer 1.0 Overview 1.1 This README file contains the latest information about installing the IBM xSeries 346 POST/BIOS. 1.2 Limitations: N/A 1.3 Enhancements: N/A 1.4 Recommendations and Prerequisites for the Update: - Refer to the list of changes below to determine whether you are affected by the enhancements and fixes. 1.5 Dependencies N/A 2.0 Change History V1.07 (Build ID KPJT31A) - March 14, 2005 ------------------------------- - Added Demand-Based-Switching for enabled processors. - Added ability to disable RSA II periodic SMI. - Updated PXE option rom to enable large packets. - Updated CPU microcode for CPU types F34, F41, and F43. - Fixed problem with some PCI cards in slot 3 - Fixed performance problem under heavily loaded conditions. - Fixed problem with RSA II remote session during system Setup. - Fixed problem with USB mass storage devices. - Improved USB CD boot performance. V1.06 (Build ID KPJT27D) - February 24, 2005 ------------------------------- - Enabled more memory for Operating Systems lacking >4GB support. V1.05 (Build ID KPJT27C) - February 16, 2005 ------------------------------- - Fixed CD boot problem. - Enhanced save of BMC Serial Port setting. - Fixed problems using Serial Over Lan and serial port sharing. V1.04 (Build ID KPJT26A) - November 30, 2004 ------------------------------- - Added support for CPU type F43. - Fixed PCI interrupt allocation problem with IRQ3. This problem could cause PCI device and serial port errors. - Fixed hang after Diagnostics flash update under Windows. - Fixed problem booting from CD when a USB floppy is attached. - Properly report a CPU mismatch error. - Properly report memory errors. - Properly report cable disconnected conditions. - Illuminate correct LED when PCI error occurs. - Fixed case where Asset Tag Id might not appear in SMBIOS data. - Additional support for BMC function. - Corrected a misspelling. V1.03 (Build ID KPJT25A) - October 11, 2004 ------------------------------- - Fixed BIOS SETUP functions - Additional support for BMC function V1.02 (Build ID KPJT24A) - September 24, 2004 ------------------------------- - Support for enhanced BMC function - Automatically generate initial BMC MAC address - LightPath diagnostics enhancements - Fixed BIOS SETUP functions - Updated Broadcom PXE ROM code V1.01 (Build ID KPJT23B) - September 15, 2004 ------------------------------- - Support for processor mixed stepping levels - Possible DIMM reporting error - Possible hangs during installation of Windows 2000 Server - Update PXE code - Some LightPath diagnostics enhancements - Fixed POST function keys - Possible POST hangs reading VPD data with Service Processor card installed. - Problems when adapter ROMs are disabled in setup - Updated firmware for CPU IDs F34 and F41 - Updated ATI video BIOS - Updated Adaptec SCSI BIOS V1.00 (Build ID KPJT22A) - September 02, 2004 ------------------------------- - Initial release 3.0 Installation and Setup Instructions The procedure to update the POST/BIOS is as follows: 3.1 Insert the "IBM xSeries 346 POST/BIOS Flash Disk" into drive A. 3.2 Start up or restart your IBM xSeries 346 server. 3.3 The system will boot from the disk and present a menu which allows you to choose from various update options. Choose "1 - Update POST/BIOS". 3.4 You will be asked if you would like to move the current POST/BIOS image to the backup ROM location. If you select 'Y', the current code will be flashed in to the backup bank immediately. 3.5 If the current system POST/BIOS supports the Asset Tag feature, you will be asked if you would like to change it. If you select 'Y', you will be able to enter a new number. 3.6 You will then be asked if you would like to save the current code to a disk. If you select 'Y', you need to have a formatted disk already available, or specify a fully qualified path and file name. 3.7 You will then have a final opportunity to proceed with the Flash update or exit the utility. If you proceed, the utility will update the Flash ROM with the new code. When this is complete you will be prompted to remove the diskette and press Enter to reboot the system. 4.0 Configuration Information 5.0 Unattended Mode 5.1 Steps for unattended mode. 5.1.1 Clear the read-only attribute of CONFIG.SYS on the Flash Diskette. 5.1.2 Modify CONFIG.SYS on the Flash Diskette to read: "SHELL=FLASH2.EXE /u /r *" 5.1.3 Reboot the system with the Flash Diskette in Drive A: * Note: An optional parameter of "/a:" can be added to allow for storing a system Asset Tag number where "" is replaced with up to a 32-character string. 6.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number 6.1 IBM Support Web Site: http://www.pc.ibm.com/support 6.2 IBM Marketing Web Site: http://www.pc.ibm.com/ww/eserver/xseries/ 6.3 If you have any questions about this update, or problems applying the update go to the following Help Center World Telephone Numbers URL: http://www.pc.ibm.com/qtechinfo/YAST-3P2QYL.html. 7.0 Trademarks and Notices 7.1 IBM and the e(logo) are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. 7.2 U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights - Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Contract with IBM Corporation. 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