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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell Server PowerEdge BIOS M420 Version 2.4.2
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M420_BIOS_F8D1F_LN_2.4.2.BIN | 16.6 MB
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File Format:
Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name:
M420_BIOS_F8D1F_LN_2.4.2.BIN
File Size:
16.6 MB
Format Description
Dell Update Packages for Linux can be used as stand-alone applications that ensure that specific validation criteria are met, then apply an update.
Note: Update Packages for Linux are open source. See the Dell Update Packages for Linux Readme for details.
Note: Update Packages for Linux are open source. See the Dell Update Packages for Linux Readme for details.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
de211691e9c904269fcdb12ce346ef10
SHA1:
d501ab9afd9154926b99259ff5c74dd4945ea3e6
SHA-256:
0cc89c71ef2d2df9b6520c2ea4f917ebb00ed83f3b5d4d3942286481358144ac
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Fixes & Enhancements
Enhancements
- Updated Intel Xeon processor E5-2400 V2 product family microcode to 428.
- Updated Intel chipset configuration compliant with latest BIOS specification updates Rev (2.0.8).
- Updated Intel Management Engine (ME) binary to Rev 2.1.5. 0x8B, to address issues that resulted in unexpected temporary or permanent Processor frequency degradation.
- Updated Intel SINIT Authenticated Code Module to SINIT ACM 2.4.
- Made improvements to the System Setup user interface when Console Redirection is enabled.
- Updated iDRAC HII configurator UEFI driver to v1.65.65.04.
- Updated BIOS Copyright as 2015 Dell Inc.
Fixes
- Corrected an issue where VMware ESXi 5.1.x, QLE24xx cards stop responding during disk I/O when Intel Xeon E5-2400 V2 family of processors is used.
- Corrected a system crash issue while performing the change security key operation under 'Integrated RAID Controller PERC 710' Configuration Utility by using mouse.
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- Updated Intel Xeon processor E5-2400 V2 product family microcode to 428.
- Updated Intel chipset configuration compliant with latest BIOS specification updates Rev (2.0.8).
- Updated Intel Management Engine (ME) binary to Rev 2.1.5. 0x8B, to address issues that resulted in unexpected temporary or permanent Processor frequency degradation.
- Updated Intel SINIT Authenticated Code Module to SINIT ACM 2.4.
- Made improvements to the System Setup user interface when Console Redirection is enabled.
- Updated iDRAC HII configurator UEFI driver to v1.65.65.04.
- Updated BIOS Copyright as 2015 Dell Inc.
Fixes
- Corrected an issue where VMware ESXi 5.1.x, QLE24xx cards stop responding during disk I/O when Intel Xeon E5-2400 V2 family of processors is used.
- Corrected a system crash issue while performing the change security key operation under 'Integrated RAID Controller PERC 710' Configuration Utility by using mouse.
Version
2.4.2, 2.4.2
Release date
01 Apr 2015
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Available formats
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File Format:
A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name:
M420_BIOS_F8D1F_LN_2.4.2.BIN.sign
File Size:
198 Bytes
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
The GnuPG signature for Red Hat Linux Update Package can be used to authenticate Dell's identity in the correlated Red Hat Linux Update Package.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
3377d3ee16da2faf8cfc71e01bd99714
SHA1:
d53b13214a9662eb5fff2aba1fbcf26a7d6006e2
SHA-256:
2fa320e371e574a679ab35f0625b058a2a8eaa6c04c3337cfab114d49ba20bfc
File Format:
A self-extracting file for use in 64-bit machines
File Name:
M420-020402C.efi
File Size:
8.08 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains compressed content that can be executed from the EFI Shell or EFI Boot Manager. Download the file to the EFI partition on a removable media device. Insert the removable media, then reboot the system and run the program from the EFI Shell or EFI Boot Manager.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
9db5be9056b61e84f8d2ee1e141586a6
SHA1:
c48739ddf631e52acc5939e8014d93b36654f598
SHA-256:
251f9ca8c1d9acf454826ff94f4db016112e3bcc343af1d9b628770292e479ed
File Format:
Flash BIOS executable
File Name:
M420-020402C.exe
File Size:
3.2 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format consists of a BIOS-executable file. To use it, download the file and copy it to a DOS-bootable USB flash drive, then boot the system to the USB flash drive and run the program.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
025839030d6c4ded771d31b1b12c8d14
SHA1:
84a17fc35833d3b980dbbdb3d81cba96c75d82e0
SHA-256:
b52554953c9b000e6d08ae6a07fd41d099d20d29565b6f02556ad4ca7be89b4e
File Format:
An archive of PDF files to provide help and procedural information to the customers
File Name:
M420_BIOS_02_04_02_Release_Notes.pdf
File Size:
117.85 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This format consists of an archive of PDF files used to provide help and procedural information to the customer. It is necessary to install the Adobe Acrobat Reader first to view the files in this archive.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
7ea962053c8a4a637596f9ebb0bf891f
SHA1:
56b10a5e9951c885f1f36d1fbde82371f5bccc79
SHA-256:
673c817cef4419f673042cbf32eb2340c4be9177c10bf26b120d590c8df19981
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name:
M420_BIOS_F8D1F_WN32_2.4.2.EXE
File Size:
14.9 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 32bit format have been designed to run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 64bit format will only run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. When selecting a device driver update be sure to select the one that is appropriate for your operating system.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
1b8adb5e846f29e5dbde5b1556caeffc
SHA1:
27b45b77448e9d9ec0c1989e21173fffc470787b
SHA-256:
c172aa9acfb1560914024cbcba7d990caf49b17642d0b6a609f21b03c6a48992
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name:
M420_BIOS_F8D1F_WN64_2.4.2.EXE
File Size:
22.43 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages in native Microsoft Windows 64-bit format do not require that Microsoft WOW64 be installed on the Microsoft Windows Server.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
2f85491ff7e8d61034bb16501514d0c9
SHA1:
d1b88c423ca804676d1fa2932ca85533084377bb
SHA-256:
67ec664a0cd479d46b1971afe212ced83bf28ad4402731dcb2eaa187715ea66e
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Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
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Applies to
Server BIOS 12G
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions for DRMK
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link if you accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
NOTE: You must provide a DOS bootable media, such as a USB key. This executable file does not create the DOS system files.
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
2. Update the name of the file to DOS recognizable format (8.3). If you do not update the filename to 8.3 format, the filename will be truncated to 8.3 format.
3. Copy the file to the bootable device.
4. Boot the system to DOS by using the bootable device.
5. Run the executable under DOS. Follow the instructions provided by the flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for EFI
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" linkto download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link if you accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
You can update the BIOS using a UEFI shell bootable media, such as a USB key.
1. Copy the file to the bootable device with UEFI shell.
2. Boot the system to UEFI shell by using the bootable device.
3. Run the executable (.efi) under the UEFI shell. Follow the instructions provided by the flash utility.
You can also load this executable directly from BIOS Boot Manager without a UEFI shell bootable media.
1. Copy the file to a USB device
2. Plug in the USB device and press F11 during POST to enter BIOS Boot Manager
3. Navigate to the System Utilities menu and select BIOS Update File Explorer
4. Select the USB device and navigate through the directory contents to find the executable (.efi)
5. Launch the executable and follow the instructions provided bythe flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Linux DUP:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Read over the release information presented by executing the "./[model]_BIOS_LX_[revision].BIN --version" command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
4. Run the update by executing "./[model]_BIOS_LX_[version].BIN" from the shell.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Windows Dup:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
5. Click the Install button.
6. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the "File Download" window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Import the Dell public key. (You only need to do once on your system.)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, [model]_BIOS_LX_[version].BIN.sign.
Reboot will be required
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link if you accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
NOTE: You must provide a DOS bootable media, such as a USB key. This executable file does not create the DOS system files.
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
2. Update the name of the file to DOS recognizable format (8.3). If you do not update the filename to 8.3 format, the filename will be truncated to 8.3 format.
3. Copy the file to the bootable device.
4. Boot the system to DOS by using the bootable device.
5. Run the executable under DOS. Follow the instructions provided by the flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for EFI
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" linkto download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link if you accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
You can update the BIOS using a UEFI shell bootable media, such as a USB key.
1. Copy the file to the bootable device with UEFI shell.
2. Boot the system to UEFI shell by using the bootable device.
3. Run the executable (.efi) under the UEFI shell. Follow the instructions provided by the flash utility.
You can also load this executable directly from BIOS Boot Manager without a UEFI shell bootable media.
1. Copy the file to a USB device
2. Plug in the USB device and press F11 during POST to enter BIOS Boot Manager
3. Navigate to the System Utilities menu and select BIOS Update File Explorer
4. Select the USB device and navigate through the directory contents to find the executable (.efi)
5. Launch the executable and follow the instructions provided bythe flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Linux DUP:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Read over the release information presented by executing the "./[model]_BIOS_LX_[revision].BIN --version" command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
4. Run the update by executing "./[model]_BIOS_LX_[version].BIN" from the shell.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Windows Dup:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
5. Click the Install button.
6. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions:
Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. When the "File Download" window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Import the Dell public key. (You only need to do once on your system.)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, [model]_BIOS_LX_[version].BIN.sign.
Reboot will be required
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