Broadcom Ethernet Firmware Update Utility 1.99I 

       Release Notes

       CONTENTS
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       1.0   Overview
       2.0   Change History
       3.0   Installation and Setup Instructions
       4.0   Web Sites
       5.0   Trademarks and Notices
       6.0   Disclaimer


       1.0   Overview:  

             1.1   Overview about this utility

                   This utility updates the Broadcom Ethernet Firmware
                   to version 1.99I.  This firmware level supports the
                   Alert Standard Format (ASF) technology.

             1.2   Limitations

                   This utility will only work on specific machine types.
                   xSeries: 8671, 8685

             1.3   Enhancements

                   This update enables the system for ASF-style alerting.
                   Updates to the BIOS, integrated firmware, or IBM Director
                   software may be required for full operation of ASF. 

             1.4   Level of Recommendations and Prerequisites for the
                   Update:

                   This update is not required UNLESS the customer wants to
                   use the ASF feature.

                   It is recommended to update the system BIOS to the 
                   latest level available.

                   It is recommended to update the integrated system 
                   management firmware to the latest level available.

             1.5   Dependencies:

                   This utility requires the Broadcom Ethernet driver to
                   be at version 2.78 or higher.

                   The on-board Ethernet must be enabled for this utility
                   to function properly.


       2.0   Change History
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             2.1   Broadcom Ethernet Firmware Update Utility 1.99I 
                   - First release.
 

       3.0   Installation and Setup Instructions
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             3.1   Step by step instructions for this code update

                   Run the ASFUPD.EXE utility from a console prompt or from
                   the Start Menu -> Run command.

                   When the utility unpacks and starts, select "Start" to
                   begin the machine check for system type and Ethernet driver
                   level.

                   If all is correct, the firmware will be updated to level 1.99I.

                   If there is more than one Broadcom adapter in the card, the
                   customer may be presented with a dialog to select the appropriate
                   adapter for ASF.  Only one adapter in the system may be enabled
                   with ASF at any given time.  To change the adapter enabled for
                   ASF, re-run this utility again and select the appropriate adapter.


       4.0   WEB Sites 
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             4.1   IBM Support Web Site:
                   http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

             4.2   IBM xSeries support site:
                   http://techsupport.services.ibm.com/server/support?view=xSeries

 
       5.0   Trademarks and Notices
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             5.1   Trademarks

                   Broadcom is a trademark of Broadcom Corporation 

                   Other company, product, and service names may be
                   trademarks or service marks of others.


       6.0   Disclaimer
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