Intel Networking Adapter/Device Windows Firmware

Change History

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Intel v28.0 Network FW Update Release for Windows for SD530 X722
Release date = 02/16/2023
Package Version: net.sd-9.2-6.2-1.3357.0-2
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CONTENTS
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1.0  Change history
2.0  Web information and support phone Number
3.0  Notices and trademarks
4.0  Disclaimer


1.0  Change history
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This release includes the following updates:
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Versions:

1) The following X710/XXV710 images are at NVM 9.20 level.
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         Device                 Boot ROM (Option ROM)  Firmware (Etrack ID)
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    ThinkSystem X710-DA2        1.3357.0                 8000DB66
    ThinkSystem XXV710-DA2      1.3357.0                 8000DB63

The following X722 images are at NVM 6.20 level.
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         Device                 Boot ROM (Option ROM)  Firmware (Etrack ID)
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    ThinkSystem SD530 X722 LOM  1.3357.0                 80003F35

The following X550 images are at NVM 3.60 level.
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         Device                 Boot ROM (Option ROM)  Firmware (Etrack ID)
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    ThinkSystem Intel X550-T2   1.3141.0                 80001746

The following adapters are ONLY for Option ROM
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         Device                 Boot ROM (Option ROM)  Firmware (Etrack ID)
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    ThinkSystem Intel I350-T4   1.3218.0                 NA

This update supports the Lenovo ThinkSystem SD530 and ThinkAgile HX2720, HX3720, and VX3720 nodes.

2) NVMUPDATE tool updated to 1.39.32.6 to support new config version.

New features:
  - Defines the IID (Instance IDs) field in the NC-SI packet's header,
    which is used to match responses to requests and to differentiate
    between new and retried commands.

    Description:
    According to the spec, If the IID of the current command is the same as
    the previous command's IID, the command is a "Retried Command" and the
    FW shall return the response of previous command (should be done
    without re-executing the command). When the IID is different than from
    the previous command, the command is executed.

    The NC-SI spec is unclear on if the incoming commands IID is compared
    to the IID of the previous command received on the same channel,
    package or device. This feature defines a transfer to maintaining a
    single buffer for the last NC-SI command received on the device per
    transmitting interface.


Bug fixes:
  - XXV710DA2 adapter intermittently lose link when doing DC power cycle test

    Description:
    XXV710DA2 adapter intermittently lose link when doing DC power cycle
    test, this can be reproduced in about 200 DC cycle.

    Fix:
    When the FW starts to run, the gearbox has to be initialized and
    configuration needs to be downloaded from the NVM and applied. If one
    of the operation fails the FW will try again (several times). In this
    case the configuration failed with the error which was not covered.
    Error handling extended in the code to cover all cases

  - Package Port Control command with Port Control equals 0x1 works like
    reset if link is already up

    Description:
    In Campbell Pond, send Package Port Control Command to disable the
    port, send command to enable it, then send command to enable it again.
    The port is down instead of up.

    Fix:
    Added link status check in package command.

  - Link Status Change AEN event is not send after link down

    Description:
    Sending AEN Enable command with Link Status Change equals true, then
    sending Port Control Command with Port Control field equals 0x0 -
    disable. There is no event after link down.

    Fix:
    Changed event rejection condition to response.

  - After running reboot 123 times with qtest, slot4 (X710-T2L) shows an error

    Description:
    Used qtest ro run reboot 123 times, xcc web appears: PCIe Correctable
    Error Threshold limit has been exceeded at Segment 0x0000 Bus 0xA8
    Device 0x00 Function 0x01.

    Fix:
    Adjust the replay timer timeout value for different scenarios.


Release net.sd-9.0-6.0-1.3266.0-6 includes the following updates:
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New features:
  - Windows 10,11 support for X710-T2L/T4L and XXV710
  - Support RHEL8.6/9.0, SLES 15SP4


Bug fixes:
  - IPS: 00685894 - I210 Option Rom Request

    Description:
    Lenovo required support for specific 4-part ID, additional HII fields
    in "NIC Configuration" menu for I210 AT, remove "Device Level
    Configuration" and "iSCSI Configuration" fields

    Fix:
    Added and removed corresponding fields.

  - IPS: 00729600 - XXV710 Link issues

    Description:
    While DC power cycle, the port maybe lose the link

    Fix:
    When the FW starts to run, retry to configure the Retimer in case of
    error.

1) SD530 X722 NVM image is at NVM 6.2 level with 1.3357.0 PREBOOT.

   The SD30 X722 products include:

   - ThinkSystem D2 10Gb 8-port EIOM SFP+ for SD530
   - ThinkSystem D2 10Gb 8-port EIOM Base-T for SD530

   - ThinkSystem D2 10Gb 8-port EIOM SFP+ for ThinkAgile HX/VX systems
   - ThinkSystem D2 10Gb 8-port EIOM Base-T for ThinkAgile HX/VX systems

   This NVM release is with LLDP Agent disabled in the firmware as default.

2) The following X710/XXV710 images are at NVM 9.2 level with 1.3357.0 PREBOOT.
   - System x and ThinkSystem X710-DA2 NVM
   - ThinkSystem XXV710-DA2 NVM


Note on Firmware Recovery Mode:

When a device is in Firmware Recovery mode it will not pass traffic or allow any configuration; you can only
attempt to recover the device's firmware. A device will enter Firmware Recovery mode if it detects a problem
that requires the firmware to be reprogrammed.

Resolving Firmware Recovery Mode Issues:

If your device is in Firmware Recovery mode you can restore it to factory defaults using the latest NVM
Update Package. Download the latest NVM Update Package from your vendor's support website and follow
the instructions in it.

*** NOTES:

- Before initiating device recovery, the integrity of the host operating system, device drivers
and firmware utilities must be verified and reinstalled if necessary. Fully functional operating
system, device drivers and tools are required for device recovery.

- AC power cycle your system even if the instructions do not indicate that an AC power cycle is required.
A power cycle is required to enable the device to restore and reload critical device settings to enable recovery.
To perform an AC power cycle, do the following:

a. Shut down the system if it is powered up.
b. Unplug all AC power cords from the system.
c. Leave the AC power cords unplugged for 15 seconds to allow the system power supply to discharge completely.
d. Plug in AC power cords to the system.

- Firmware Recovery Mode Errors and Messages:

When a device is in Firmware Recovery mode, the device drivers and preboot software and utilities may log or
display messages such as the following:

a. Firmware recovery mode detected. Limiting functionality.
Refer to the Intel(R) Ethernet Adapters and Devices User Guide for details on firmware recovery mode.
b. Firmware recovery mode detected. Initialization failed.
c. Firmware recovery mode detected. Limiting functionality.
d. PXE-E0C: Firmware recovery mode detected. Initialization failed.


2.0 Web Sites and Support Phone Number
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   o  You can download new and updated files for Lenovo products from the Lenovo
     Web site:

     http://datacentersupport.lenovo.com/

  o  With the original purchase of an Lenovo hardware product, you have access to
     extensive support coverage.  During the Lenovo hardware product warranty
     period, you may call the Lenovo HelpCenter for hardware product assistance
     covered under the terms of the Lenovo hardware warranty.


3.0 Trademarks and Notices
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  of others.


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