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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell EMC Server BIOS PowerEdge C6420 Version 2.16.1
Restart required Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.This release highlights the Intel Purley Refresh IPU 2022.3 PV Candidate Reference Code version 623D09. For more information about specific items added and resolved in this BIOS version, see the Fixes and New and enhanced features sections.
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BIOS_1P2FW_LN64_2.16.1.BIN | 23.4 MB
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File Format:
Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name:
BIOS_1P2FW_LN64_2.16.1.BIN
File Size:
23.4 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:
46a50ddc4ad2d9e274e92fa66bb62a7c
SHA1:
eb47a02efb0fe4e3968a4a65f564d100bda48c54
SHA-256:
27ad96fd49cf918ec0145975ffa4397adeab6771060d858e21bc4cbc645bd332
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes:
- None for this release.
Enhancements:
Updated the following:
- Processor and Memory Reference Code for the second-generation Intel Xeon Processor Scalable Family to IPU 2022.3.
- The Integrate Intel Purley Refresh PV Candidate Reference Code Version to 623D09.
- Firmware updates to address Dell Security Advisory DSA-2022-204.
Read More
- None for this release.
Enhancements:
Updated the following:
- Processor and Memory Reference Code for the second-generation Intel Xeon Processor Scalable Family to IPU 2022.3.
- The Integrate Intel Purley Refresh PV Candidate Reference Code Version to 623D09.
- Firmware updates to address Dell Security Advisory DSA-2022-204.
Version
2.16.1, 2.16.1
Release date
15 Nov 2022
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
CriticalDell 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:
A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name:
BIOS_1P2FW_LN64_2.16.1.BIN.sign
File Size:
226 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:
f6410e1fc4dff090ee116c197c50083f
SHA1:
ffd04d591d0819b56950aaeea57f0a52d80e6904
SHA-256:
94f3af63ea1098edaf5c754d008a9aed57179528b7c7ec354c625b7a7ac520f7
File Format:
A self-extracting file for use in 64-bit machines
File Name:
C6420-021601.efi
File Size:
19.29 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:
5392982001c09998b9c598ca0931de27
SHA1:
88796f90d424ee090a1e0416b5a2b7cf22d6e3b3
SHA-256:
8a3e203803e1f166ae65cd599c28acf96cef03ce9330f6380482047e84d93f6e
File Format:
An archive of PDF files to provide help and procedural information to the customers
File Name:
C6420_BIOS.2.16.1_RN.pdf
File Size:
218.53 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:
bcf70453fdedea2d371ca902541549e9
SHA1:
5fa5793e39f9bc005b8777f52c991c193caf0a91
SHA-256:
6a981b9c0ac78eddaaba9ae00a31399bcff487496d1b0e35c615bb92da9fab73
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name:
BIOS_1P2FW_WN64_2.16.1.EXE
File Size:
28.34 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:
b37588d6879c3e4a979b703d529a1f6e
SHA1:
83cac371e5da7f0171225b53e521694e7aeba7d6
SHA-256:
ca84bb9bdbede191cb0c6a371b058037a4ea499b6cd5fdaebc27ee3b1bf5b1ab
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Important Information
None for this release.
Other Available Versions
2.24.013 May 2025
2.23.011 Feb 2025
2.22.201 Oct 2024
2.22.023 Aug 2024
2.21.011 Mar 2024
2.20.101 Dec 2023
2.19.108 Aug 2023
2.18.109 May 2023
2.17.115 Feb 2023
2.14.210 May 2022
2.13.308 Feb 2022
2.11.208 Jun 2021
2.10.229 Mar 2021
2.9.310 Nov 2020
2.8.210 Sep 2020
2.4.802 Dec 2019
2.3.1017 Sep 2019
2.2.1125 Jun 2019
2.1.806 May 2019
1.5.430 Oct 2018
1.5.626 Oct 2018
1.4.927 Jun 2018
1.4.512 Jun 2018
1.3.718 Feb 2018
Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
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Applies to
INFO,BIOS,LCK,FW,,2.16.1,G560
PowerEdge BIOS
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions for DRMK
Download
1. Click the "Download" 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" 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
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 by the flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Linux DUP:
Download
1. Click the "Download" 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" 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" 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
Download
1. Click the "Download" 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" 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
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 by the flash utility.
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Dell Update Package Instructions for Linux DUP:
Download
1. Click the "Download" 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" 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" 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
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