diff --git a/content/hardware/04.pro/boards/portenta-x8/tutorials/14.x8-firmware-release-notes/x8-firmware-release-notes.md b/content/hardware/04.pro/boards/portenta-x8/tutorials/14.x8-firmware-release-notes/x8-firmware-release-notes.md index 53c7009320..9f7dc5212a 100644 --- a/content/hardware/04.pro/boards/portenta-x8/tutorials/14.x8-firmware-release-notes/x8-firmware-release-notes.md +++ b/content/hardware/04.pro/boards/portenta-x8/tutorials/14.x8-firmware-release-notes/x8-firmware-release-notes.md @@ -8,9 +8,9 @@ hardware: - hardware/04.pro/board/portenta-x8 --- -# Firmware Release Notes +# Firmware Information -The present document provides detailed release notes for each firmware version of the Portenta X8. Explore the changes, improvements, and fixes for the released firmware. +The present document provides download links and detailed release notes for each firmware version of the Portenta X8; explaining the changes, improvements, and fixes for each released firmware. ## Hardware and Software Requirements @@ -26,9 +26,12 @@ Compatible carriers with the supported device: - [Portenta Mid Carrier](https://store.arduino.cc/products/portenta-mid-carrier) # Firmware Versions + The following section highlights the critical updates and enhancements introduced in the latest firmware version. It presents the most significant progress and optimizations implemented to improve performance, enhance user experience, and strengthen security. -## Latest Firmware Version: __861__ +## Latest Firmware Version: __861 (Release arduino-91.2)__ + +**Release Date: June 26, 2024** The listing herein offers a glimpse into the Portenta X8 firmware's continuous improvement and enhancement. You can expect a concise overview of the integrated key new features, major bug fixes, and critical security patches to ensure the highest level of functionality and performance within the Portenta X8 system. @@ -50,31 +53,23 @@ The listing herein offers a glimpse into the Portenta X8 firmware's continuous i - Fixed RS-485 `ttyX0` not working. - Fixed PCIe on kernel 6.1. +***For more information on the Foundries Core related to our release, please refer to the [__LmP V93 Release Notes — FoundriesFactory 93 documentation__](https://docs.foundries.io/latest/release-notes/release-notes.html).*** + ## Available Firmware Versions Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes. -### OS Image 861 + +### OS Image 846 - May 15, 2024
- OS Image 861: Release arduino-91.2 + OS Image 846: Release arduino-91.1 #### Image Access - - Full image [download](https://downloads.arduino.cc/portentax8image/861.tar.gz) - -#### New Features - - Added support for Akida Brainchip PCIe module in NPU. - - Added support for Hailo 8R PCIe module in NPU. - - Support for new panel modules and touchscreen controllers **jadard-ek79202d** and **atmel-mxt-ts** in `MIPI-DSI`. - -#### Enhancements - - Increased CAN throughput, see details with **x8h7** tags. - - [x8h7] Changed low level protocol for **X8H7** to use a fixed packet size and hardware-assisted checksum. - - [x8h7] **X8H7** initialization now happens earlier, linked to `sysinit.target`. + - Full image [download](https://downloads.arduino.cc/portentax8image/846.tar.gz) #### Bug Fixes - - Fixed RS-485 `ttyX0` not working. - - Fixed PCIe on kernel 6.1. + - Fixed PU on UART3 (shell) pads in U-Boot. #### Additional Notes - Based on [LmP v91](https://foundries.io/products/releases/91/). It is based on the Yocto manifest. For docker-compose apps, check out [here](https://github.com/arduino/portenta-containers/tree/release). @@ -82,7 +77,7 @@ Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes.


-### OS Image 844 +### OS Image 844 - May 10, 2024
OS Image 844: Release arduino-91 @@ -113,7 +108,7 @@ Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes.


-### OS Image 822 +### OS Image 822 - April 8, 2024
OS Image 822: Release arduino-88.94 @@ -143,7 +138,7 @@ Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes.


-### OS Image 746 +### OS Image 746 - October 25, 2023
OS Image 746: Release arduino-88.91 @@ -171,7 +166,7 @@ Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes.


-### OS Image 719 +### OS Image 719 - September 27, 2023
OS Image 719: Release arduino-88.7 @@ -198,3 +193,8 @@ Below is a list of all available firmware versions with their release notes.

For instructions on how to install or upgrade to the latest firmware version, you can use the [Portenta X8 Out-of-the-box](https://docs.arduino.cc/tutorials/portenta-x8/user-manual#out-of-the-box-experience) or [flash it manually](https://docs.arduino.cc/tutorials/portenta-x8/user-manual#update-using-uuu-tool) downloading the newest version directly from this [link](https://downloads.arduino.cc/portentax8image/image-latest.tar.gz). + + +## Older Firmware Versions + +Older versions than version __OS Image 719 - September 27, 2023__ are deprecated. An update to the latest version is recommended. \ No newline at end of file