Dell ControlVault, v.12.6.113.0, A11
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Driver Id : 0VCXR
Importance : Recommended
Version : 12.6.113.0, A11 Latest version Recommended version Latest and Recommended version
Release Date : 13 Oct 2009
Download Type : Firmware
Category : Security
12.6.113.0 Production Firmware
Download Files
File Format: This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, and then run (double-click) it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
File Name: Dell_ControlVault_A11_R224155.exe
File size: 5.31 MB
Fixes & Enhancements
- Functionality fixes / workaround for various Smart Cards
- Windows Upgrade Tool now sets the system parameters automatically
- New version control system
- New Windows Upgrade Tool with more informative messages. Please see \firmware\readme.txt for more information.
- Power management stability fixes
- Windows Upgrade Tool now sets the system parameters automatically
- New version control system
- New Windows Upgrade Tool with more informative messages. Please see \firmware\readme.txt for more information.
- Power management stability fixes
Important Information
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REQUIREMENTS
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The Dell Driver Pack must be installed in order for the USHUPGRADE to
communicate with the USH.
The USHUPGRADE is not a stand alone application. It requires all files
contained in the firmware directory to update the USH firmware.
The files USHUPGRADE uses depend on the particular system.
The USHUPGRADE can only be run by a user with Administrator privileges.
NOTE: If running from Vista with User Account Control (UAC) enabled,
the USHUPGRADE must be run as an Administrator.
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GETTING STARTED
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Please refer to the \firmware\
eadme.txt file for advanced command line
options and result codes
REQUIREMENTS
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The Dell Driver Pack must be installed in order for the USHUPGRADE to
communicate with the USH.
The USHUPGRADE is not a stand alone application. It requires all files
contained in the firmware directory to update the USH firmware.
The files USHUPGRADE uses depend on the particular system.
The USHUPGRADE can only be run by a user with Administrator privileges.
NOTE: If running from Vista with User Account Control (UAC) enabled,
the USHUPGRADE must be run as an Administrator.
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GETTING STARTED
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Please refer to the \firmware\
eadme.txt file for advanced command line
options and result codes
Compatible Systems
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 7, 32-bit
Windows 7, 64-bit
Windows Vista, 32-bit
Windows Vista, 64-bit
Windows XP
Windows XP, 64-bit
Installation instructions
Custom Instructions for Dell_ControlVault_A11_R224155.exe:
Run this firmware update from a MS-DOS bootable disk (USB Memory Key, etc), or from within Windows.
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UPDATE PROTECTION
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Please note: The USH firmware update process contains a protection mechanism to prevent unauthorized updates.
Protection Mechanism: Anti-Hammering.
The USH is equipped with Anti-Hammering protection that detects large numbers of read/write requests in a short period of time. This mechanism protects against malicious software that attempts to gain access to stored credentials by using multiple retry methods such as dictionary or brute force attacks. If a large number of read/write attempts are detected, the USH will temporarily shut down to prevent unauthorized access, and a reboot is required. In some instances, starting a firmware update may trigger the Anti-Hammering protection if the USH has just been recently used. In this case, the firmware update tool will prompt you to power off and then power the system back on, and then proceed with the firmware update.
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DOWNLOAD
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1. Click Download Now, to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save this program to disk (Windows XP users, click Save) and click OK. The Save In: window appears.
3. From the Save In: field, click the down arrow then click to select Desktop and click Save. The file will download to your desktop.
4. If the Download Complete window appears, click Close. The file name icon appears on your desktop.
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EXTRACT FIRMWARE
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6. Double-click the new icon on the desktop that you just downloaded. The Self-Extractor window appears.
7. Click OK or Continue. The Self-Extracting Driver Installation window appears and prompts to extract files to C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx.
8. Leave all of the default settings and click Unzip or OK. If the directory doesn''''t exist, you''''''''ll be prompted to create one. Click Yes. A Self Extractor window appears and indicates C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R209639 files were extracted.
9. Click OK and follow the on-screen installation instructions on the screen. A window will open displaying the new firmware folder (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx)
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Installation/Update From MS-DOS.
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The TPM setting must be set to enabled/deactivated in BIOS for the USH firmware to be updated from MS-DOS.
10. Create a bootable MS-DOS disk (floppy, USB Memory Key, etc)
11. Copy the files from the firmware directory in step 9 above (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx) into a folder on the MS-DOS boot disk. Make sure you keep the directory and folder structure intact during the copy operation.
12. Shut down your computer and boot to the bootable MS-DOS disk
13. Switch to the folder that was created in step 11.
14. Run DOSUPDAT.BAT and follow any instructions you see on the screen.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.
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Installation/Update From Windows XP.
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10. Navigate to the \firmware subdirectory (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx\firmware)
11. Double click on ushupgrade.exe for a 32-bit operating system, or ushupgrade64.exe for a 64-bit operating system.
12. Follow the on-screen prompts.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.
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Installation/Update From Vista.
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10. Navigate to the \firmware subdirectory (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx\firmware)
11. Right click on ushupgrade.exe for a 32-bit operating system, or ushupgrade64.exe for a 64-bit operating system, and select ''''Run As Administrator''''.
12. Follow the on-screen prompts.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.
Run this firmware update from a MS-DOS bootable disk (USB Memory Key, etc), or from within Windows.
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UPDATE PROTECTION
-----------------
Please note: The USH firmware update process contains a protection mechanism to prevent unauthorized updates.
Protection Mechanism: Anti-Hammering.
The USH is equipped with Anti-Hammering protection that detects large numbers of read/write requests in a short period of time. This mechanism protects against malicious software that attempts to gain access to stored credentials by using multiple retry methods such as dictionary or brute force attacks. If a large number of read/write attempts are detected, the USH will temporarily shut down to prevent unauthorized access, and a reboot is required. In some instances, starting a firmware update may trigger the Anti-Hammering protection if the USH has just been recently used. In this case, the firmware update tool will prompt you to power off and then power the system back on, and then proceed with the firmware update.
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DOWNLOAD
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1. Click Download Now, to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save this program to disk (Windows XP users, click Save) and click OK. The Save In: window appears.
3. From the Save In: field, click the down arrow then click to select Desktop and click Save. The file will download to your desktop.
4. If the Download Complete window appears, click Close. The file name icon appears on your desktop.
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EXTRACT FIRMWARE
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6. Double-click the new icon on the desktop that you just downloaded. The Self-Extractor window appears.
7. Click OK or Continue. The Self-Extracting Driver Installation window appears and prompts to extract files to C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx.
8. Leave all of the default settings and click Unzip or OK. If the directory doesn''''t exist, you''''''''ll be prompted to create one. Click Yes. A Self Extractor window appears and indicates C:\DELL\DRIVERS\R209639 files were extracted.
9. Click OK and follow the on-screen installation instructions on the screen. A window will open displaying the new firmware folder (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx)
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Installation/Update From MS-DOS.
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The TPM setting must be set to enabled/deactivated in BIOS for the USH firmware to be updated from MS-DOS.
10. Create a bootable MS-DOS disk (floppy, USB Memory Key, etc)
11. Copy the files from the firmware directory in step 9 above (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx) into a folder on the MS-DOS boot disk. Make sure you keep the directory and folder structure intact during the copy operation.
12. Shut down your computer and boot to the bootable MS-DOS disk
13. Switch to the folder that was created in step 11.
14. Run DOSUPDAT.BAT and follow any instructions you see on the screen.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.
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Installation/Update From Windows XP.
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10. Navigate to the \firmware subdirectory (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx\firmware)
11. Double click on ushupgrade.exe for a 32-bit operating system, or ushupgrade64.exe for a 64-bit operating system.
12. Follow the on-screen prompts.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.
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Installation/Update From Vista.
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10. Navigate to the \firmware subdirectory (C:\DELL\DRIVERS\Rxxxxxx\firmware)
11. Right click on ushupgrade.exe for a 32-bit operating system, or ushupgrade64.exe for a 64-bit operating system, and select ''''Run As Administrator''''.
12. Follow the on-screen prompts.
FIRMWARE UPDATE IS NOW COMPLETE.