AlphaServer ES47, ES80, and GS1280 Firmware Release Notes

This document contains release notes and update procedures for the firmware of the HP AlphaServer ES47, ES80, and GS1280 systems, specifically for the V7.1A release. It includes important notices such as the transition from V7.1 to V7.1A, required update steps for CPLD programming, and notes for downgrading firmware. The document details firmware enhancements, workarounds, and restrictions for various components, including the SRM console, XSROM, SROM, CMM, and Server Management micro firmware. It also outlines procedures for servicing I/O risers in Galaxy partitions, managing firmware on partitioned systems, and provides step-by-step instructions for checking and updating firmware via CD or MBM CLI commands.