Digital Alpha XL Firmware Update Procedures

This manual outlines the procedures for updating the system firmware on DIGITAL Alpha XL series systems. It covers:

• Model-Specific Updates: Separate instructions for updating models 233/266 via the NT/ARC firmware utility, and models 300/366 via the AlphaBIOS firmware setup program.
• Prerequisites: Information regarding flash ROM write-enable jumpers, compatible firmware versions, and associated documentation requirements.
• Firmware Revision Notes: Detailed changelogs for various ARC and AlphaBIOS releases, highlighting bug fixes, new features, and support for hardware and OS configurations.
• Compatibility: A reference table linking specific system models to their required firmware and Windows NT versions.