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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell Precision Rack 7910 BIOS Version 2.1.6
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Fixes & Enhancements
Enhancements
- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v3 Product Family Processor Microcode to 0x37.
- Updated the Intel Management Engine (ME) firmware to SPS_E5_03.01.03.030.0_WBG_REL.
- Updated the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT) BIOS and SINIT Authenticated Code Module (ACM) to version v3.0.5.
- Added support to JEDEC serial present detect (SPD) 1.1.
- Added support for memory module with 128 GB DIMM size.
- Updated text in the BIOS Setup Menu help content.
-Added support for Secure MOR.
-Enabled support for new NVMe Zoom drives.
Fixes
- Intermittent PCIe slot training errors.
- While rebooting, server that used E5-2603 or 2609 processor (6-core Low Core Count (LCC) processor) displayed the Red Screen of Death (RSOD) error.
- After importing a platform key, the Secure Boot feature is forced to get enabled.
- Unused DIMM clocks are not disabled for E5-2600 v3 CPU-based system.
- Watchdog timer event log is missing from the ELog and Windows Event Log.
- CPU is not frequently polling the DIMM temperature sensor.
- System cannot boot by using DVD or HDD.
- During the POST stage on the console redirection, an option to press the F12 key is not displayed on the monitor.
-Replacing a PCIe card from the same vendor but with different Device ID resulted in PCIe slot auto bifurcation issue and displayed Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error.
-RAID 10 virtual disk volume not bootable with RSTe software RAID controller when the hard drive is replaced on sSata port 0.
Read More- Updated the Intel Xeon Processor E5-2600 v3 Product Family Processor Microcode to 0x37.
- Updated the Intel Management Engine (ME) firmware to SPS_E5_03.01.03.030.0_WBG_REL.
- Updated the Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT) BIOS and SINIT Authenticated Code Module (ACM) to version v3.0.5.
- Added support to JEDEC serial present detect (SPD) 1.1.
- Added support for memory module with 128 GB DIMM size.
- Updated text in the BIOS Setup Menu help content.
-Added support for Secure MOR.
-Enabled support for new NVMe Zoom drives.
Fixes
- Intermittent PCIe slot training errors.
- While rebooting, server that used E5-2603 or 2609 processor (6-core Low Core Count (LCC) processor) displayed the Red Screen of Death (RSOD) error.
- After importing a platform key, the Secure Boot feature is forced to get enabled.
- Unused DIMM clocks are not disabled for E5-2600 v3 CPU-based system.
- Watchdog timer event log is missing from the ELog and Windows Event Log.
- CPU is not frequently polling the DIMM temperature sensor.
- System cannot boot by using DVD or HDD.
- During the POST stage on the console redirection, an option to press the F12 key is not displayed on the monitor.
-Replacing a PCIe card from the same vendor but with different Device ID resulted in PCIe slot auto bifurcation issue and displayed Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error.
-RAID 10 virtual disk volume not bootable with RSTe software RAID controller when the hard drive is replaced on sSata port 0.
Version
2.1.6, 2.1.6
Release date
26 Jul 2016
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
OptionalDell Technologies recommends reviewing this update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that impact only certain configurations or provides new features that may or may not apply to your environment.
Available formats
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: BIOS_H2PY7_WN64_2.1.6.EXE
File Size: 22.55 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:
e24db3f5418c8584a650bcff434cc0ac
SHA1:
a53e332e724e5f786875c997fa3b9d089ce55f6d
SHA-256:
7fd38046f0c18564f398b4a49f9d3017bcb6a7bac4afe4f236c29bdffc30e336
File Format: A GnuPG file which contains a cryptographic signature
File Name: BIOS_H2PY7_LN_2.1.6.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:
4bd6c245742340b1929bc8a78dc8c1fd
SHA1:
e03218f7ac8940cb3ff1055a36167bc5cb61f9fd
SHA-256:
c97ffa2fc376be037efc500e62c865ac6de009e1cdeba9de9ce948aee34b0a42
File Format: A self-extracting file for use in 64-bit machines
File Name: R7910-020106.efi
File Size: 5.42 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:
ba096bac39a94014398ef3853d264db4
SHA1:
36921d9df2a22fa9ec00661173e1738b66a235f4
SHA-256:
82d720d2d2c80eb56c486796065a65d7cea3a985c29a333dbe076bda5b6c2d2f
File Format: An archive of PDF files to provide help and procedural information to the customers
File Name: R7910_BIOS_02_01_06_Release_Note.pdf
File Size: 178.05 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:
f31e6ae2e9671a3712d6fe3112f75df5
SHA1:
00f714d9c84da1e1f6b0895a06b9e7167f73757c
SHA-256:
f3834b0fe38e58e8ddb3b75363aee45142457dd2397b782a0e62b934b40d14ea
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name: BIOS_H2PY7_WN32_2.1.6.EXE
File Size: 15.87 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:
76af5d7a95d726924ba6d68239da8e68
SHA1:
d62440f568156be5b2454bbd486312032d2d44d4
SHA-256:
710c8f7c121c4506aeb0b248490170cb12eec54afeedf62fc21fa7cbdcbcdc00
File Format: Update Package for Red Hat Linux
File Name: BIOS_H2PY7_LN_2.1.6.BIN
File Size: 32.03 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
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:
a884d40b866c1f70a96234451df9cf18
SHA1:
ee197e94773ff84627721ee936655c45ea2eb9e5
SHA-256:
98bd1e4879ac67145bb0d08a9dc8a6c3db021e6124b1f5df48c4323ba78606c0
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Supported Operating Systems
Not Applicable
Applies to
Dell Precision R7910 BIOS
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions for EFI
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
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 theexecutable (.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
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 theexecutable (.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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