To flash a complete firmware image (e.g., eeprom.hex or FXVL_125C_V_1MB_2.32.bin ) to a specific NIC:
If you cannot dump the entire EEPROM, do not proceed.
eeupdate64e.efi /NIC=X /MAC=001122334455 eeupdate64eefi top
eeupdate64e.efi is a . Used incorrectly, it can permanently render an Intel network adapter inoperable. Observe the following precautions:
: Running eeupdate64e.efi top provides a numbered list of all compatible NICs, their current MAC addresses, and their device IDs. This is usually the first step before performing any updates to ensure you are targeting the correct adapter index. To flash a complete firmware image (e
The you are currently seeing in your OS or UEFI shell.
Programs the EEPROM with a MAC address from a specific file. 4. Verification and Maintenance Observe the following precautions: : Running eeupdate64e
Always double-check the target NIC ID via the initial inventory run before executing write operations. Applying firmware designated for an Intel I350 controller onto an Intel XL710 adapter can cause permanent hardware failure.
Alex, running on caffeine and panic, booted the server into the UEFI Shell. He confidently typed the instruction from the ticket:
Writing and updating permanent or custom MAC addresses to the network adapter.