Intel NIC Family Version 17.5.0 Firmware for X710 and XL710 adapters
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes
- Firmware Update can now update eight Intel X710 Network Adapters with NparEP enabled on all the cards from Firmware version 17.0.12
- Intel X710 might have shown a mismatch in packet drops when stress testing it
- Security vulnerability exclusive to Intel X710 and XL710 Firmware version 17.5.10
Enhancements
- PXE enabled on function 0 by default on X710 rNDC and bNDC devices
- Added support for Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-Q2
- Added support for Intel(R) Ethernet 40G 2P XL710 QSFP+ rNDC
- Added support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.2 x86_64
- Added support for Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP1
Known Issues :
- With 2 Intel(R) 10GbE 2P X710-k bNDCs with NparEp enabled, server hangs in POST after upgrading the firmware to v17.5.10.
The workaround is to remove the second bNDC, disable NparEP on the first bNDC, and then reinsert the second bNDC.
- LLDP packets containing PFC and ETS info coming from Intel X710 ports cause packet loss with certain bond configurations in
Linux.
Read More- Firmware Update can now update eight Intel X710 Network Adapters with NparEP enabled on all the cards from Firmware version 17.0.12
- Intel X710 might have shown a mismatch in packet drops when stress testing it
- Security vulnerability exclusive to Intel X710 and XL710 Firmware version 17.5.10
Enhancements
- PXE enabled on function 0 by default on X710 rNDC and bNDC devices
- Added support for Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-Q2
- Added support for Intel(R) Ethernet 40G 2P XL710 QSFP+ rNDC
- Added support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.2 x86_64
- Added support for Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP1
Known Issues :
- With 2 Intel(R) 10GbE 2P X710-k bNDCs with NparEp enabled, server hangs in POST after upgrading the firmware to v17.5.10.
The workaround is to remove the second bNDC, disable NparEP on the first bNDC, and then reinsert the second bNDC.
- LLDP packets containing PFC and ETS info coming from Intel X710 ports cause packet loss with certain bond configurations in
Linux.
Version
17.5.11, A00
Release date
15 Jun 2016
Download Type
Firmware
Category
Network, Ethernet & Wireless
Importance
UrgentDell Technologies highly recommends applying this important update as soon as possible. The update contains critical bug fixes and changes to improve functionality, reliability, and stability of your Dell system. It may also include security fixes and other feature enhancements.
Available formats View Important Information
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: Network_Firmware_8028X_WN64_17.5.11_A00.EXE
File Size: 19.58 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:
4399b9943a7b77ae19eb02d7ecbae793
SHA1:
bfbea1d2165fa7df0a1179ab5d5aa25b19bac195
SHA-256:
a6afa620139c9055daa1feb69f78e848021c74db64a857930f862041952df34b
File Format: A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name: Network_Firmware_8028X_LN64_17.5.11_A00.BIN.sign
File Size: 194 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:
f3b4947191f9e572889695bac6e201a1
SHA1:
7f84b695944de3105ae63d18383d5b8f1c48b061
SHA-256:
c94aa3948d5814ec94f8cee7d1e47f74d2ddbc6d4e3a4bb5848bfdf4ab8e73cb
File Format: External release notes
File Name: fw_release_x710.txt
File Size: 6.09 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format contains plain text which can be viewed with a standard text editor.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
6c8d6050d5713b48ab2ff7ab98b3aa85
SHA1:
59e444c5a82375a59eb1e3cde3e7df3c41e4b088
SHA-256:
c1fb1b3a12bf180464801a40b1bf28f7c3a1246fb0ba37950d082d87b7152379
File Format: Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name: Network_Firmware_8028X_LN64_17.5.11_A00.BIN
File Size: 36.63 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
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:
38e520c999aab7919a7054da5f8da2c4
SHA1:
0cf5e212d2e6bde3b4aaadfa31902ec6debc9e9f
SHA-256:
9bdabfe47d6e81e916a75a34b960b0396a13efb47d57f0a8e0d4ec28f130b33b
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Important Information
The Dell Update Package for Intel Adapter Firmware (FW-DUP)
must be used to update Option ROM and EEPROM to version 17.5.11.
NOTE: On systems running Linux, the base driver must be loaded for the Dell FW DUP
to function correctly.
NOTE: On Windows, the devices must not be disabled in Device Manager for the firmware
DUP to update them.
NOTE: On multi-port cards based on the Intel(R) X710 controller, only one of the port's
execution results are written to the log because all ports share the same results.
NOTE: If upgrading X710 adapters via Lifecycle Controller, be sure to upgrade the Lifecycle
Controller firmware version to 2.15.15.15 or newer.
NOTE: FW downgrade on X710 devices is not recommended, as the FW and SW versions must
be synchronized.
- FW downgrade from FW 17.5.11 to older firmware versions using the FW DUP executable package
in an OS is not supported.
Workaround: Use the Lifecycle Controller or iDRAC to downgrade firmware.
- FW downgrade using the FW 16.5.20 executable package on an OS will cause following
warning messages at system boot:
"The driver for the device detected a newer version of the NVM image than expected.
Please install the most recent version of the network driver"
To resolve the warning messages, use the Lifecycle Controller or iDRAC to downgrade
from FW 17.5.11 to FW 16.5.20.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Do one of the following procedures to update the firmware on Intel network adapters:
- Option A: OS Method
1. Run FW DUP 17.5.11 on the supported OS (Windows or Linux)
2. Reboot the system as instructed by the DUP
- Option B: Lifecycle Controller Method
1. Upgrade the Lifecycle Controller firmware to version 2.15.15.15 or newer and reboot
2. Upgrade the Intel network adapters to 17.5.11 via Lifecycle Controller
Note: If there is an attempt to upgrade the Intel network adapter firmware version to 17.5.11 via Lifecycle Controller Firmware older than 2.15.15.15, the firmware upgrade attempt will fail.
Release Version Information for Adapters:
Intel(R) Gigabit 4P X710/I350 rNDC
--------------------------------------------
Intel Boot Agent 1.5.78
EFI Driver 7.1.07
iSCSI Boot ROM 3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM 3.0.59
40G interface 1.0.28
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 2P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710 SFP+ rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710/I350 rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X710 rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-Q2
Intel(R) Ethernet 40G 2P XL710 QSFP+ rNDC
--------------------------------------------
Intel Boot Agent 1.0.31
EFI Driver 1.7.19
iSCSI Boot ROM 3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM 3.0.59
40G interface 1.0.28
Changes From Previous FW DUP Release:
-----------------------------------------------------
Previous release: 17.0.12
Current release: 17.5.11
NVM Version:
----------------
Previous version: 4.53
Current release: 5.04
Option ROM Changes:
---------------------------
EFI Driver:
Previous version: 1G v6.9.07 , 10G v1.4.35
Current release: 1G v7.1.07 , 10G/40G v1.7.19
Intel Boot Agent :
Previous version: 1G v1.0.20 , 10G v1.5.73
Current release: 1G v1.5.78 , 10G/40G v1.0.31
iSCSI Boot:
Previous version: v3.0.54
Current release: v3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM :
Previous version: v3.0.35
Current release: v3.0.59
40G interface:
Previous version: v1.0.15
Current release: v1.0.28
must be used to update Option ROM and EEPROM to version 17.5.11.
NOTE: On systems running Linux, the base driver must be loaded for the Dell FW DUP
to function correctly.
NOTE: On Windows, the devices must not be disabled in Device Manager for the firmware
DUP to update them.
NOTE: On multi-port cards based on the Intel(R) X710 controller, only one of the port's
execution results are written to the log because all ports share the same results.
NOTE: If upgrading X710 adapters via Lifecycle Controller, be sure to upgrade the Lifecycle
Controller firmware version to 2.15.15.15 or newer.
NOTE: FW downgrade on X710 devices is not recommended, as the FW and SW versions must
be synchronized.
- FW downgrade from FW 17.5.11 to older firmware versions using the FW DUP executable package
in an OS is not supported.
Workaround: Use the Lifecycle Controller or iDRAC to downgrade firmware.
- FW downgrade using the FW 16.5.20 executable package on an OS will cause following
warning messages at system boot:
"The driver for the device detected a newer version of the NVM image than expected.
Please install the most recent version of the network driver"
To resolve the warning messages, use the Lifecycle Controller or iDRAC to downgrade
from FW 17.5.11 to FW 16.5.20.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Do one of the following procedures to update the firmware on Intel network adapters:
- Option A: OS Method
1. Run FW DUP 17.5.11 on the supported OS (Windows or Linux)
2. Reboot the system as instructed by the DUP
- Option B: Lifecycle Controller Method
1. Upgrade the Lifecycle Controller firmware to version 2.15.15.15 or newer and reboot
2. Upgrade the Intel network adapters to 17.5.11 via Lifecycle Controller
Note: If there is an attempt to upgrade the Intel network adapter firmware version to 17.5.11 via Lifecycle Controller Firmware older than 2.15.15.15, the firmware upgrade attempt will fail.
Release Version Information for Adapters:
Intel(R) Gigabit 4P X710/I350 rNDC
--------------------------------------------
Intel Boot Agent 1.5.78
EFI Driver 7.1.07
iSCSI Boot ROM 3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM 3.0.59
40G interface 1.0.28
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 2P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710 SFP+ rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710/I350 rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X710 rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-Q2
Intel(R) Ethernet 40G 2P XL710 QSFP+ rNDC
--------------------------------------------
Intel Boot Agent 1.0.31
EFI Driver 1.7.19
iSCSI Boot ROM 3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM 3.0.59
40G interface 1.0.28
Changes From Previous FW DUP Release:
-----------------------------------------------------
Previous release: 17.0.12
Current release: 17.5.11
NVM Version:
----------------
Previous version: 4.53
Current release: 5.04
Option ROM Changes:
---------------------------
EFI Driver:
Previous version: 1G v6.9.07 , 10G v1.4.35
Current release: 1G v7.1.07 , 10G/40G v1.7.19
Intel Boot Agent :
Previous version: 1G v1.0.20 , 10G v1.5.73
Current release: 1G v1.5.78 , 10G/40G v1.0.31
iSCSI Boot:
Previous version: v3.0.54
Current release: v3.0.84
CLP Loader Option ROM :
Previous version: v3.0.35
Current release: v3.0.59
40G interface:
Previous version: v1.0.15
Current release: v1.0.28
Supported Operating Systems
Novell SuSE Linux ES 11
Windows Server 2012
Not Applicable
Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 6
Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 7
Windows Storage Server 2012 R2
SUSE Linux ES 12
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows 8.1, 64-bit
Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Storage Server 2012
Windows 10, 64-bit
Applies to
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 2P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710 SFP+ rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710-k bNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X710/I350 rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet 40G 2P XL710 QSFP+ rNDC
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710 - Dual Port
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710 - Quad Port
Intel(R) Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-Q2
Installation instructions
====================================
Windows Update Package Installation:
====================================
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. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
====================================================
[Alternative] Installation via Lifecycle Controller.
====================================================
1. Copy the downloaded firmware DUP for Windows to removable USB storage.
2. Insert the removable USB storage in a USB port of the server to be updated.
3. Reboot the server.
4. Press the F10 key to enter Lifecycle Controller.
5. In the left navigation pane, click Firmware Update.
6. In the main pane click Launch Firmware Update.
7. On the Step 1 of 3: Select Update Repository page, select Local Drive.
8. Click the Next button.
9. On the Step 2 of 3: Enter Access Details page, select the removable USB storage from the Local Drive drop-down list.
10. Type the path and filename of the firmware DUP in the File Path or Update Package Path text box.
Example: \Network_Firmware_8028X_WN64_17.5.11_A00.exe
11. Click the Next button.
12. On the Step 3 of 3: Select Updates page, select the checkbox next to one, or more, of the Available System Updates.
13. Click the Apply button to complete the installation process.
==================================
Linux Update Package Installation:
==================================
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 informationpresented by executing the
./Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN --version command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Run the update by executing ./Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN from the shell.
4. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions for Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN:
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 this once on your system)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN.sign
Reboot will be required
Windows Update Package Installation:
====================================
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. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
====================================================
[Alternative] Installation via Lifecycle Controller.
====================================================
1. Copy the downloaded firmware DUP for Windows to removable USB storage.
2. Insert the removable USB storage in a USB port of the server to be updated.
3. Reboot the server.
4. Press the F10 key to enter Lifecycle Controller.
5. In the left navigation pane, click Firmware Update.
6. In the main pane click Launch Firmware Update.
7. On the Step 1 of 3: Select Update Repository page, select Local Drive.
8. Click the Next button.
9. On the Step 2 of 3: Enter Access Details page, select the removable USB storage from the Local Drive drop-down list.
10. Type the path and filename of the firmware DUP in the File Path or Update Package Path text box.
Example: \Network_Firmware_8028X_WN64_17.5.11_A00.exe
11. Click the Next button.
12. On the Step 3 of 3: Select Updates page, select the checkbox next to one, or more, of the Available System Updates.
13. Click the Apply button to complete the installation process.
==================================
Linux Update Package Installation:
==================================
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 informationpresented by executing the
./Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN --version command from the shell.
2. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the above step before proceeding.
3. Run the update by executing ./Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN from the shell.
4. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions for Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN:
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 this once on your system)
2. Verify the Dell Update Package by using its signature file, Network_Firmware_8028X_LN_17.5.11_A00.BIN.sign
Reboot will be required
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