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Fix for Bug 293912: EFI Bootcode update instructions
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Authored by bcr on Apr 26 2026, 9:31 AM.
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R9:f8d0c45d7f71: Fix instructions for writing the ZFS bootcode on EFI systems
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Bug 293912 contains instructions on how to update the ZFS bootcode on EFI systems. I've extended it to
a) an addition cp command for a different path
b) add a few lines explaining that the resulting filename is architecture specific (i.e. aarch64.efi vs. BOOTX64.efi)

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  1. Apply the patch
  2. check the output
  3. Comment or approve

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bcr created this revision.Apr 26 2026, 9:31 AM
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Depending on the architecture, the file has a different name.

I like the addition of the example. Would it also be possible to add a reference where to find the respective filenames for other architectures? I think uefi(8) is a good reference?

bcr updated this revision to Diff 176563.Apr 26 2026, 11:47 AM

Good suggestion! I've added a link to the uefi(8) man page.

imp accepted this revision.Apr 26 2026, 9:07 PM

bootx64.efi is amd64-specific, so I'm glad you've added the clarifying note!

This revision is now accepted and ready to land.Apr 26 2026, 9:07 PM
Closed by commit R9:f8d0c45d7f71: Fix instructions for writing the ZFS bootcode on EFI systems (authored by bcr). · Explain WhyApr 27 2026, 7:24 PM
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