Intel NIC Family Version 17.0.0 Firmware for I350, I354, X520, and X540 adapters
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This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This software bundle includes the Dell Update Package to install Intel NIC Firmware Family Version 17.0.0 on Intel I350, I354, X520, and X540 adapters.
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes - Incorrect LED behavior on Intel(R) Gigabit 2P I350-t Adapter and Intel(R) Gigabit 4P I350-t Adapter - Incorrect VLAN ID value range information in BIOS - [NIC Configuration] help, the correct value range is 1-4094 - X520-k bNDC port fails to establish link after a system reboot - Virtual MAC address is not inventoried in iDRAC on Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X520 LOM - Unable to change "Wake On LAN" setting in BIOS "NIC Configuration" page on Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X520 LOM - Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 2P X520-k bNDC interface incorrectly reports the link is UP after network cable is disconnected from 1GbE pass-through module - iDRAC LOM Failover does not work on Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 2P X520-k bNDC fails when connected to 1Gbit Pass-through module - Firmware DUP update from 15.0.28 to 16.5.20 fails on X520 devices - Firmware update fails with "Image iSCSI offset exceeds image size" message on T620 LOMs - ePSA Diagnostics test intermittently fails on Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X520 LOM - Intel(R) Gigabit 4P I350-t bNDC device fails to use the chassis assigned FlexAddress correctly
Enhancements - Added support for Intel(R) Ethernet 10G X520 LOM - Added FW DUP support for Windows 10 x64 - Default value for Virtual FIP MAC address changed to "00:00:00:00:00:00"
Dell 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.
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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.
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
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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.
The Dell Update Package for Intel Adapter Firmware (FW-DUP) must be used to update Option ROM and EEPROM to version 17.0.12.
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: FW downgrade from FW 17.0.12 to FW 16.5.20 is NOT recommended.
FW downgrade using FW 16.5.20 executable package on an OS will cause the following warning messages to appear at system boot: "The driver for the device detected a new version of the NVM image than expected. Please install the most recent version of the network driver" To resolve the warning messages, use Lifecycle Controller to downgrade FW 17.0.12 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 17.0.12 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 2.20.20.20 or newer and reboot 2. Upgrade the Intel network adapters to 17.0.12 via Lifecycle Controller
Note: If upgrading the Intel network adapter firmware from version 14.5.x, an AC power cycle is required after upgrading to 17.0.12.
Note: If there is an attempt to upgrade the Intel network adapter firmware version to 17.0.12 via Lifecycle Controller Firmware older than 2.20.20.20, the firmware upgrade attempt may fail.
============================ AC Power Cycle Requirements ============================
When updating the firmware from 14.5.x or older, an AC power cycle is required. When updating the firmware from 15.0.x or later, an AC power cycle is not required.
Exceptions: - Intel(R) Ethernet 10G 4P X540/I350 rNDC with PBA number G14843-xxx or G59298-xxx requires an AC power cycle after firmware update from 15.5.x or older
---------------------------------------------------------- * To perform an AC power cycle, you must do the following: ---------------------------------------------------------- 1. Shut down the system if it is powered up 2. Unplug all AC power cords from the system 3. Leave the AC power cords unplugged for 15 seconds to drain power from the system 4. Plug in AC power cords to the system
Downgrading from 18.0.17 to any previous family version MUST be done in steps. Never skip family firmware versions when downgrading, i.e., 18.0.x directly to 17.0.x, etc. You must step through each firmware version when downgrading to allow for changes in the firmware which have dependencies in specific versions. In Windows, the devices must not be disabled in Device Manager for the DUP to update them correctly.
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.
Linux Update Package:
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 ./Network_Firmware_F8H29_LN_17.0.12_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_F8H29_LN_17.0.12_A00.BIN from the shell. 4. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
GnuPG Signature of Dell Update Package Instructions for Network_Firmware_F8H29_LN_17.0.12_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_F8H29_LN_17.0.12_A00.BIN.sign
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