Intel(R) Server Boards S5000XVN
System Software Update Instructions - Production Update
Released - December 10, 2010

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	IMPORTANT NOTES		

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The system software included in Web Posting Software Update Package is for production PBA#:


S5000XVN D37261-701 or higher 
S5000XVN D25028-701 or higher
S5000XVN E11030-100 or higher
S5000XVN E11034-100 or higher

It is highly recommended that you read the Release Notes of the software updates provided to understand what the known issues are, what issues were addressed from previous updates, and what new features (if any) were added.
 
BIOS Bank Select jumper needs to be in Normal mode (2-3) during this whole procedure.
	
- The BIOS Bank Select jumper is located on the edge of the baseboard next to Slot 1 and is labeled J1C3.

- The "CMOS CLEAR" jumper is located on the edge of the baseboard and is labeled J1D1.

- BMC_FORCE_UPDATE jumper is next to PCI Slot_1 and is labeled J1E3
	


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	Standard System Software Update		  		   

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These instructions describe a complete system software update including BIOS 98.4, BMC 66, and FRUSDR 48. Follow the instructions exactly as written.  A complete and succsessful update will take approximately 20 minutes.


- Copy all system update files to a bootable USB Disk-on-key device
- Verify processor(s) and memory DIMMs are installed in the system
- Plug in AC power cord
- Wait until Status LED stops blinking amber/green 
- Insert bootable USB Disk-on-Key into USB Port (Front or Rear)
- Power on system using "Power" button on Control Panel


*** BIOS ***

- At a DOS prompt, update the system BIOS by running BIOS98_4.BAT batch file.

- With Updates completed, reboot the system by pressing <CTL> + <ALT> + <DEL>.

- During POST, with the Intel logo screen displayed, press the "F2" key to enter BIOS Setup.

- Once in BIOS setup verify BIOS version.

- Press the F9 key to load "Optimized factory defaults".

- Set any desired BIOS Setup options.

- Press F10 to SAVE and Exit Bios Setup.

NOTE: It is recommended to run the BIOS update again to flash the other BIOS bank. This will prevent any issues with incompatible BIOS revisions.


*** BMC ***

- At a DOS prompt update to BMC Firmware by running the BMC66.BAT batch file

NOTE: After the BMC firmware update has completed you should receive confirmation that the update was successful 
        


*** FRUSDR ***

- At a DOS prompt, Update the FRUSDR data by running the FSL48.BAT batch file.

- Select Option 1, "Update FRU's and SDR's".
- Select the appropriate chassis that the server board is installed in.
- If asked, answer questions for the appropriate number of power supplies and fans that are installed in the chassis.
	
- The update will complete succsessfully and give confirmation (You do not need to reboot the system after this step)

*** Production Software Update is complete. ***


