Intel R2308GZ Server System EFI Firmware 2.06.0002 Download

Posted at December 3, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

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Device Name	Intel R2308GZ Server System EFI Firmware 2.06.0002
Category	Motherboard
Manufacturer	Intel
File Size	27.8 MB
Supported OS	OS Independent

Intel R2308GZ Server System EFI Firmware 2.06.0002 Description

This package contains the files needed for installing the Intel Firmware Update Package for Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI). If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. Even though other OSes might be compatible as well, we do not recommend applying this release on platforms other than the ones specified.

Versions:

- System BIOS - 02.06.0002
- ME Firmware - 02.01.07.328
- BMC Firmware - 01.25.9398
- FRUSDR - 1.13

Changes:

- Fixed:The EFI script “Variable_reclaim.nsh” cannot complete successful and the BIOS Error Manager screen will show "A0A8" memory update failure error.
- Fixed:POST screen and BIOS setup screen will shows different BIOS version under recovery mode.

Standard Update Procedure from the embedded EFI Shell

- Unzip the contents of the update package and copy all files to a folder on a USB flash drive
- Insert the USB flash drive to any available USB port on the server system to be updated
- Boot the Server to the EFI shell. This can be accessed via the <F2> BIOS setup utility during POST.
- Run the command "map -r" in the EFI shell to mount a USB flash drive formatted to use the FAT32 file system
- Run the command "fs0:" to change folders to the USB flash drive. The USB flash drive
may also mount to fs1: depending on other installed devices. The number of "fs#" is
dependent on the result of command "map -r"
- Change folders to the folder storing the update package files
- Run the command "Startup.nsh" to start updating all the firmware and BIOS updates

Warning: Do NOT reboot or remove power from your system during the update process. Doing so may render your system inoperable. !!

Verifying updates:
- Reboot the system
- During POST, hit the <F2> Key when prompted to access the BIOS Setup Utility
- Hit the F9 key to load BIOS Defaults
- At the MAIN menu verify the BIOS revision is correct
- Move cursor to the SERVER MANAGEMENT Menu
- Move cursor down to the SYSTEM INFORMATION Option and hit Enter
- Verify the BMC Firmware revision is correct
- Verify the SDR revision is correct
- Verify the ME Firmware revision is correct
- Hit the F10 Key to save changes and Exit

Alternate Update Procedure: Individual Firmware Update Procedure

If you want to update firmware components individually, like BMC/BIOS/ME/FRUSDR, do NOT run the "STARTUP.NSH" file described in the Standard Update Procedure above. Instead, run the individual .NSH script file for each update included in the update package files. Follow the update order below to ensure a trouble free update:

Update BMC Firmware
1) Boot the system to the EFI shell and go to root folder
2) At the shell prompt, run "UpdateBMC.nsh" to start BMC Firmware update
3) When complete, go to the BIOS update section described below, or power off the system and cycle AC power before continuing.

Update System BIOS
1) Boot the system to the EFI shell and go to root folder
2) At the shell prompt, run "UpdateBIOS.nsh" to start BIOS update
3) When complete, reboot the system and enter BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 Key during POST
4) Verify the BIOS string on main BIOS menu
5) Press F9 to load defaults and press F10 to save and reset the system
6) Go to the ME firmware update section described below
The BIOS update is complete. Either reboot the server or go to the ME firmware Update section described below.

Update ME Firmware
1) Boot the system to the EFI shell and go to root folder
2) At the shell prompt, run "UpdateME.nsh" to start ME firmware update
3) When complete, go to the FRUSDR update section described below, or power off the system and cycle AC power before continuing.

Update FRUSDR
1) Boot the system to the EFI shell and go to root folder
2) At the EFI command prompt, run "UpdateFRUSDR.nsh" to start FRUSDR update
3) Answer questions and enter desired information when prompted.
4) When complete, reboot the system by front control panel

Verifying updates
- Reboot the server
- During POST, hit the <F2> Key when prompted to access the BIOS Setup Utility
- Hit the F9 key to load BIOS Defaults
- At the MAIN menu verify the BIOS revision is correct
- Move cursor to the SERVER MANAGEMENT Menu
- Move cursor down to the SYSTEM INFORMATION Option and hit Enter
- Verify the BMC Firmware revision is correct
- Verify the SDR revision is correct
- Verify the ME Firmware revision is correct
- Hit the F10 Key to save changes and Exit

This download is valid for the products listed below:

- Intel Server Board S2600GZ
- Intel Server Board S2600GL
- Intel Server System R1304GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R1208GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R1304GL4DS
- Intel Server System R1208GL4DS
- Intel Server System R1304GZ4GC10G
- Intel Server System R1208GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R1208GZ4GC10G
- Intel Server System R2208GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R2216GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R2224GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R2308GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R2312GZ4GC
- Intel Server System R2208GL4GS
- Intel Server System R2216GL4GS
- Intel Server System R2224GL4GS
- Intel Server System R2308GL4GS
- Intel Server System R2312GL4GS
- Intel Server System R2208GZ4GC10G
- Intel Server System R2208GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R2216GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R2224GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R2308GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R2312GZ4GCSAS
- Intel Server System R2216GZ4GCLX
- Intel Server System R2208GZ4IS
- Intel Server System R2216GZ4GCIOC
- Intel Server System R2308GZ4GCIOC
- Intel Server System R1208GZ4GCIOC
- Intel Server System R2224GZ4GC4
- Intel Server System R2312GZ4GC4
- Intel Server System R1304GL4DS9
- Intel Server System R2308GL4DS9
- Intel Server System R2208GL4DS9
- Intel Server System R1208GZ4GS9
- Intel Server System R1304GZ4GS9
- Intel Server System R2208GZ4GS9
- Intel Server System R2308GZ4GS9
- Intel Server System R2312GZ4GS9

About Firmware Updates:

Applying a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your unit can bring various enhancements, include workarounds for diverse problems encountered by the device, and improve or add newly developed features.

On the other hand, downgrading the firmware version can recover the device’s functionality in the event of a software update either turning up faulty or causing the unit’s overall performance to drop. However, bear in mind that applying an older firmware isn’t recommended and might not always be possible.

When it comes to the update steps, due to the large variety of devices and numerous ways for installing a new firmware, it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the upgrade steps, and consider applying a different firmware only when you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

As the installation process is most of the times quite risky, this step should be taken by users that have the ability to successfully complete the update; regular users may initiate it at their own risk. Moreover, it’s best that this task be performed in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

Therefore, if you consider applying this release, hit the download button, take into account all the aforementioned aspects, and update the device’s firmware. Also make sure you constantly check with our website to ensure that you don’t miss a single new release.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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