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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell Server BIOS R630/R730/R730XD Version 2.2.5
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BIOS_PFWCY_LN_2.2.5.BIN | 81.49 MB
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File Format:
Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name:
BIOS_PFWCY_LN_2.2.5.BIN
File Size:
81.49 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:
ba277b779788a4ec0513746603cdbc07
SHA1:
3d084e12c573c3737ee13b28e84e4e142b21f04e
SHA-256:
de73ef84f01f8b8ed8296542e2b9574072f8871119f2f788dcaac0977ec35425
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Fixes & Enhancements
Enhancements:
- Enhanced the Correctable ECC memory error detection and logging feature. (2.1.6 and forward)
- Updated the Intel Processor and Memory Reference Code to PLR4.
- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v4 Product Family Processor Microcode to version 0x1E.
- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v3 Product Family Processor Microcode to version 0x38.
- Updated the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT) BIOS and SINIT Authenticated Code Module (ACM) to version 3.1.0.
- The Intel TXT feature is supported with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.
- Updated TPM version 2.0 support.
- Updated the integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) Human Interface Infrastructure (HII) to version 2.40.40.05.
- Added the new slot bifurcation BIOS Setup options.
- Updated text in the BIOS Setup menu help content.
- Changed the default setting of BIOS Setup option In-System-Characterization to Disabled.
Fixes:
- The boot order may change after updating the BIOS version.
- The cause of system internal error (IERR) is not getting logged.
Read More
- Enhanced the Correctable ECC memory error detection and logging feature. (2.1.6 and forward)
- Updated the Intel Processor and Memory Reference Code to PLR4.
- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v4 Product Family Processor Microcode to version 0x1E.
- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v3 Product Family Processor Microcode to version 0x38.
- Updated the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT) BIOS and SINIT Authenticated Code Module (ACM) to version 3.1.0.
- The Intel TXT feature is supported with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0.
- Updated TPM version 2.0 support.
- Updated the integrated Dell Remote Access Controller (iDRAC) Human Interface Infrastructure (HII) to version 2.40.40.05.
- Added the new slot bifurcation BIOS Setup options.
- Updated text in the BIOS Setup menu help content.
- Changed the default setting of BIOS Setup option In-System-Characterization to Disabled.
Fixes:
- The boot order may change after updating the BIOS version.
- The cause of system internal error (IERR) is not getting logged.
Version
2.2.5, 2.2.5
Release date
13 Sep 2016
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:
A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name:
BIOS_PFWCY_LN_2.2.5.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:
ea8319a0107fcd8569a3f16d5b3282b2
SHA1:
948090390edaa40dceff9101f9a1b2de85d3b63d
SHA-256:
4b46121aa1c5b17f89293aabceae3143cd3ad4878daf632e9eaeccb1313ba224
File Format:
A self-extracting file for use in 64-bit machines
File Name:
BIOS_PFWCY_EFI_2.2.5.efi
File Size:
5.45 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:
2565f877f1d3982d842a86d1e79c9399
SHA1:
36fff67414761f55712aa80b5b6e3b1137fd922d
SHA-256:
fc7062b7be2d87999ae034dff34c2493926ebbc720e9c1bddb8f2ee48ecdd06c
File Format:
An archive of PDF files to provide help and procedural information to the customers
File Name:
R730R730XDR630_BIOS_02_02_05.pdf
File Size:
131.72 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:
bc05ab5955967b402d5de23ba285f1b0
SHA1:
ede84f32a1e96473b9cad101e03128d70e40e647
SHA-256:
3b27cf6876b22681f033ec2a3a6cad40b59a9a1e7d353eca2a060974355d2d6d
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name:
BIOS_PFWCY_WN32_2.2.5.EXE
File Size:
16.77 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:
c8c5eb34fd2c4654bb537e110c023c74
SHA1:
b25c85034e657b9055fad8cbe2aeb4dc8f803f52
SHA-256:
593189a502dc7916cefae4e1876c9ff54fb2d23a57f3d83b3797034af292168e
File Format:
Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name:
BIOS_PFWCY_WN64_2.2.5.EXE
File Size:
23.84 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:
fe8e68d14c1179c31f99e2bfa21ea2e7
SHA1:
e6d5ad4774f195f614bfe21881f2e287994f5b09
SHA-256:
83bb2d4b7c783f75a5802552335ece66811a45a7590187ed19f1479729d920cb
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Other Available Versions
2.19.018 Mar 2024
2.18.130 Nov 2023
2.17.022 May 2023
2.16.029 Nov 2022
2.15.021 Jul 2022
2.13.016 Jul 2021
2.12.120 Jan 2021
2.11.020 Dec 2019
2.10.518 Sep 2019
2.9.111 Feb 2019
2.8.012 Jun 2018
2.7.124 Feb 2018
2.6.028 Nov 2017
2.5.515 Nov 2017
2.4.305 Oct 2017
2.1.729 Jun 2016
2.1.602 Jun 2016
2.1.531 May 2016
2.0.231 Mar 2016
2.0.117 Mar 2016
1.5.409 Dec 2015
1.3.623 Jun 2015
1.2.1009 Apr 2015
1.1.424 Nov 2014
1.0.408 Sep 2014
Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
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Applies to
PowerEdge BIOS
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 EFI
Download
1. Click the "DownloadNow" 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 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 EFI
Download
1. Click the "DownloadNow" 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 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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