Apple today released EFI Firmware Updates for all Intel-based Macs. The update, in all cases, fixes several Boot Camp, start up, and wake-from-sleep issues. Here's the rundown:iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.1
After the firmware update is successfully applied to your computer, your Boot ROM Version will be:
IM41.0055.B08 (early 2006)
IM42.0071.B03 (17-inch mid 2006)
IM52.0090.B03 (17-inch late 2006 CD)
IM51.0090.B03 (20-inch late 2006)
IM61.0093.B01 (24-inch)
MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.2*
After the firmware update is successfully applied to your computer, your Boot ROM Version will be:
MBP11.0055.B08 (MacBook Pro 15 inch)
MBP12.0061.B03 (MacBook Pro 17 inch)
MacBook EFI Firmware Update 1.0
After the firmware update is successfully applied to your computer, your Boot ROM Version will be:
MB11.0061.B03
Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.1
After the firmware update is successfully applied to your computer, your Boot ROM Version will be:
MM11.0055.B08
Mac Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.1
After the firmware update is successfully applied to your computer, your Boot ROM Version will be:
MP11.005C.B04
*This update appears to be only be for the original Core Duo MacBook Pros - not the latest Core 2 Duos.
Be sure to check the Read Me for instructions on how to install the firmware - and be sure to let us know how it works out for you!
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
11-13-2006 @ 7:35PM
Ronald Heft said...
This is exactly what I needed. I can't wait to install this.
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11-13-2006 @ 7:46PM
thick said...
The Instructions could have been a bit clearer on what to expect. My iMac made a loud beep that scared the bejesus out of me. I thought that I had somehow bricked my computer by just following the instructions. Other then that everything went smoothly. I also downloaded the x11 update so I guess I should try it out with Matlab.
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11-13-2006 @ 7:51PM
lgc90 said...
That beep is really loud. I was scared I did something wrong for a second too.
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11-13-2006 @ 7:59PM
Cody Austin said...
Does anybody know if Apple is going to ever update the integrated graphics driver for the Mac Mini for bootcamp? I am getting horrible fps with DOD: Source. 8-10 FPS I'm talking here.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:00PM
Debra said...
Don't know if it was this update but my MB is warmer now than before the update.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:11PM
Ryan Ulanowicz said...
I just bought my MacBook Pro less than a week ago. Do I need this, I have a Core 2 Duo? My current boot rom is MBP22.00A5.B00.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:16PM
Raz 4 life said...
Worked fine, but that beep could've been just a little bit LOUDER...
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11-13-2006 @ 8:24PM
Brian said...
Had my speakers turned up loud from listening to music before the update, and that beep nearly gave me a heart attack. But other than that, everything went fine.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:29PM
Peter said...
I dunno, even with my volume turned all the way up, my MacBook Pro didn't beep :(. I was all prepared for it too!
-Peter
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11-13-2006 @ 8:34PM
Adrian said...
It worked out for me....fixed some of the minor issues I was having, on my 1.83 macbook.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:38PM
Thame said...
I guess I should've read the comments then. I just ran the update in the library and made quite the ruckus.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:43PM
Luigi said...
Just tried installing on my 2ghz Core Duo Macbook.
First time I must have screwed up, because I let go of the power button when it was blinking and OS X started up telling me to do it agian.
Second time kept holding it, and it got to the update where it randomly shut down.
Now when I start it up I held the power button down, it blinks, restarts, and its black...
Oops.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:48PM
Mister T said...
Nice beep.
I got it installed. Now hopefully this will address the kernel panics i kept getting after waking my computer from sleep.
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11-13-2006 @ 8:54PM
Ian Gowen said...
This update is apparently not required for the new (Core 2 Duo) MacBook Pros.
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11-13-2006 @ 9:08PM
Eric G. said...
Anyone know if this update is needed for the iMac Core 2 Duo? just got it this week..so..hopefully not...
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11-13-2006 @ 9:15PM
Jason said...
Worked fine on MBP Core Duo. Beep wasn't too loud and the whole process went smoothly. These firmware updates always scare me.
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11-13-2006 @ 9:31PM
Luigi said...
#17...
Read my previous post.
I just called Applecare, and my computer needs to be repaired.
I sugest doing the same. :(
Good luck...
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11-13-2006 @ 9:33PM
Ronald Heft said...
@n3il89
Apple released a firmware restoration CD with the updates. You can download it here: http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/firmwarerestorationcd12.html
Just burn the disc and it should be able to recover your Mac.
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11-13-2006 @ 9:45PM
Luigi said...
#19...
Thank you so much! This is a lifesaver!
Thank god! :D
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11-13-2006 @ 10:06PM
Sven said...
My 1.83 MB core duo refuses to install the update. The updater launches, and when I click on shut down an error message pops up, saying the firmware update can not be installed. I ran software update 4 times and it downloads the firmware and updater over and over again - but with the same result.
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