From 427a87f4624fb6063eadff4d363b7533a2ba81ab Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thomas Zimmerman Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 11:14:16 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] add note for EC update Firmware updates that include EC firmware updates require a full power cycle to complete. Added a note suggesting either AC power unplug/plug or holding power button for 15 seconds. --- content/system-firmware.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/content/system-firmware.md b/content/system-firmware.md index 0e2bc56182..a49542eca9 100644 --- a/content/system-firmware.md +++ b/content/system-firmware.md @@ -92,6 +92,8 @@ Depending on the model, the system may reboot at this point. The system's fans m After the system powers off, **press the power button** to turn it back on. It may be necessary to power on more than once after a firmware update. On machines running Open Firmware, the system should then boot normally. +* Note: EC firmware updates need to have the whole system power cycled, not just a reboot. To force a power cycle the EC hardware, either unplug the AC power adapter once the system shuts down for 15 seconds before plugging the AC power back in or press and hold the power button for 15 seconds to force the power off. + ### Disabling the ME For laptops not running Open Firmware, a few extra steps may be required after an update to ensure the Intel ME is disabled.