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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell Server BIOS PowerEdge PE2900 Version 2.6.1
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PE2900_BIOS_LX_2.6.1.BIN | 2.29 MB
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File Format:
Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name:
PE2900_BIOS_LX_2.6.1.BIN
File Size:
2.29 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:
D8ACAAEA5CB8705ECA0A0951C0754978
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes
* Added support for Microsoft(R) Windows Server(R) 2008 R2 operating system.
* Updated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ACPI Table.
* Corrected an issue, where with SATA CDROM installed, the
"Default CD/DVD" boot through DRAC feature fails to boot from the CDROM.
* Corrected SMBIOS to indicate CPU Execute Disable support only if
the system configuration supports it.
* Updated Remote Access Configuration Utility to version 1.28. This corrects an
issue where the Domain Name cannot be modified with static IP address.
* Corrected a system freeze issue when changing Option ROM settings of a QLogic card.
Enhancements:
* Enhanced USB keyboard code.
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* Added support for Microsoft(R) Windows Server(R) 2008 R2 operating system.
* Updated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ACPI Table.
* Corrected an issue, where with SATA CDROM installed, the
"Default CD/DVD" boot through DRAC feature fails to boot from the CDROM.
* Corrected SMBIOS to indicate CPU Execute Disable support only if
the system configuration supports it.
* Updated Remote Access Configuration Utility to version 1.28. This corrects an
issue where the Domain Name cannot be modified with static IP address.
* Corrected a system freeze issue when changing Option ROM settings of a QLogic card.
Enhancements:
* Enhanced USB keyboard code.
Version
2.6.1, 2.6.1
Release date
16 Dec 2013
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
File Format:
One or more self extracting disk images inside of a self extracting zip
File Name:
PE2900-020601CBIOS.exe
File Size:
669.93 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, then double-click it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
3335f328d88fe542d9adf667fcf1ddeb
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
File Format:
A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name:
PE2900_BIOS_LX_2.6.1.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:
E73CE9A8197A3F291FB81E183CF785FD
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
File Format:
Raw BIOS executable file - will NOT be repackaged regardless of Repackaging Options
File Name:
PE2900-020601C.exe
File Size:
572.52 KB
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:
89fe1fec8293eea43c68bbc40b15e56f
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
File Format:
External release notes
File Name:
PE2900-020601BIOS.txt
File Size:
11.63 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:
66d2f668113fb33df827d10c16592f39
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name:
PE2900_BIOS_WIN_2.6.1.EXE
File Size:
4.38 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:
4EB1CB071D73AB914564B2C1FA9B0377
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Other Available Versions
2.7.024 Aug 2012
Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
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Applies to
Server BIOS 10G
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 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 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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