Eeupdate-5.35.12.0.zip

: Ensuring the integrity of the NVM image currently loaded on the adapter. Important Usage Notes

The utility features a built-in integrity check, ensuring only Intel-approved NVM images are flashed. Key Benefits of Keeping Firmware Updated

To view a list of all installed Intel network adapters, their index numbers, and current MAC addresses, use the basic inventory command: eeupdate Use code with caution. Backup the Current EEPROM eeupdate-5.35.12.0.zip

| Early Gigabit Series | PCIe Gigabit Series | 2.5GbE Series | 10GbE Server Series | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT | Intel(R) 82574L Gigabit | Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225-V | Intel(R) Ethernet Controller X540-AT2 | | Intel(R) PRO/1000 CT | Intel(R) 82583V Gigabit | Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I225-LM | Intel(R) Ethernet Controller X710-T2L | | | Intel(R) 82577/82578/82579 | Intel(R) Ethernet Controller I226-V | Low-Power / Embedded Series | | Intel(R) I210 Gigabit | Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I217-V | Server/Workstation Series | Intel(R) I219-V / I219-LM | | Intel(R) I211 Gigabit | Intel(R) Ethernet Connection I218-V | Intel(R) I350-AM4 | | | Intel(R) I350 Gigabit | | | | | High-End Server Series | | | | | Intel(R) 10 Gigabit X540-AT2 | | | | | Intel(R) X710 | | | | | Operating System Environments | | | | | UEFI/EFI Shell (v5.38.10.0 and newer) | DOS Environment (Traditional) | Windows (Modern Driver Support) | Linux (Native Kernel Support) |

: This utility is generally not intended for end-users. Applying incorrect firmware or using improper command-line arguments can permanently damage the network card. : Ensuring the integrity of the NVM image

The EEPROM image is specific to the exact chip. Flashing an image designed for a 82574L onto an I350 or I210 will immediately corrupt the adapter.

(as of v5.35.12.0)

: Displaying a detailed list of all installed Intel network adapters, including their PCI bus, device, and function IDs. Essential Command Examples

While traditionally a command-line utility, version 5.35.12.0 offers a simplified GUI. This GUI provides a visual way to navigate the EEPROM data and make precise modifications, such as changing a DEV_ID or MAC address, which is less error-prone for new users. Backup the Current EEPROM | Early Gigabit Series

If a power outage occurs during a routine driver update, the network card's EEPROM can become corrupted, resulting in a "Code 10" error in Windows Device Manager or causing the card to disappear entirely from the system. EEUPDATE can force-flash a healthy EEPROM image back onto the dead chip. Basic Command Examples