README Contents
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1.  Introduction
2.  System Requirements
3.  Release Notes
4.  Features and Its Usage
5.  Known Issues and Bug Reporting
6.  License Agreement
7.  3rd party software

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1.  Introduction
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This README file contains release notes for the Intel(R) System Config IPF Extension Provider, description and usage of all the features, any problems or issues that were known at the time of shipment.


Intel(R) System Config IPF Extension Provider Overview:
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Intel(R) System Config IPF Extension Provider (SystemConfigProvider.dll) is a dynamic link library which uses the IPF Framework and provide basic system configuration like list of installed applications, drivers, services, Operating System information, CPU related information and  Firmware Versions.


2.  System Requirements
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a. Microsoft® Windows 11 Desktop OS (Build 22000.100 and above)
b. The utility supports the following microprocessors:
    (i)  Intel® Core Processor Line Code name AlderLake Processor (SKU - S, SKU - P)
    (ii) Intel® Core Processor Line Code name RaptorLake Processor (SKU - S, SKU - P)
    (iii) Intel® Core Processor Line Code name MeteorLake Processor
    (iv) Intel® Core Processor Line Code name LunarLake Processor
    (v) Intel® Core Processor Line Code name ArrowLake Processor
    (vi) Intel® Core Processor Line Code name Pantherlake Processor
c. IPF Extensible (V2.2.10204.7) Framework should be installed and available on the target system.

3.  Release Notes
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Release 03.03.1001
        1) WCL compliant release 

Release 03.02.1002
        1) Fix for Multi client issue

Release 03.02.1001
        1) Migrated to IPF EF SDK V2.2.10204.7

Release 03.01.1001
	1) Added below new capabilities
		i) Platform.Sofware.Driver.HWIDList
		ii) Platform.Software.Driver.PublishedInfNameSha256
		iii) Platform.Software.Driver.FileProperties[].Name
		iv) Platform.Software.Driver.FileProperties[].PE256
		v) Platform.Software.Driver.FileProperties[].SHA256
	2) Moved to latest IPF SDK V2.2.10288.395

Release 02.06.1001
	1) LNL and ARL PV Release of the provider package built with IPF SDK V2.1.10105.19.
	2) Added new capabilities under Platform.Software.App, Platform.Software.Service and Platform.Software.Driver namespace
	3) Removed Platform.SOC.Info namespace as it is part of core provider.

Release 02.05.1001
	1) LNL/ARL Alpha Release of the provider built with IPF SDK V2.1.10102.8
	
Release 02.04.1002
	1) Fixes for DCH compliance issues

Release 02.04.1001
	1) MTL PV Release of the provider built with IPF SDK V2.1.10100.37
	
Release 02.02.1002
	Bug Fix release for MTL Beta 
	
Release 02.02.1001
	1) MTL Beta Release of the provider built with IPF SDK V2.1.10060.30
    2) A "null" value will be populated for capabilities in case of unavailability or any error/exception in obtaining the metric.
	
Release 02.01.1002
    1)Added MTL Support
	2)Added Topology Data
	3) Fixes for the issues seen for obtaining the capabilities using GetValue
	
Release 02.01.1001
	1) Migrated to IPF EF SDK V2.0.10100.55
	
Release 2.0.1001
    Initial Release of Intel(R) System Config IPF Extension Provider with below data set.
        1) Applications
        2) Drivers
        3) Services
        4) CPU
        5) OS
        6) Firmware Versions


4.  Features and Its Usage
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The Intel® System Config IPF Extension Provider includes the Provider DLL and INF files for installation. The System Config Provider reads 
the software configuration of the system along with CPU topology data.

Please refer the Intel® Innovation Platform Framework Namespace User Guide for the list of capabilities supported by this provider.
       Document Number: 732035 
       File Download URL: https://cdrdv2.intel.com/v1/dl/getContent/732035 

To install, register and use this provider with the IPF Framework, follow below steps.
        a. Open Command prompt in Administrator mode
        b. CD to "Intel(R) System Config IPF Extension Provider" folder
        c. Run below commands
                pnputil /add-driver SystemConfigProvider_ext.inf /install
                pnputil /add-driver SystemConfigProvider_sw.inf /install
                
To uninstall the provider, follow below steps.
        a. Open Command prompt in Administrator mode
        b. Run below command and get the <oem#.inf> filenames associated with SystemConfigProvider_ext.inf and SystemConfigProvider_sw.inf.
                pnputil /enum-drivers
        c. Once the <oem#.inf> filenames are obtained, run below command for both the <oem#.inf> files
                pnputil /delete-driver <oem#.inf> /uninstall


5.  Known Issues and Bug Reporting
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a. To report a bug on this utility, please submit the bug report to your Intel Field Representative.
b. All capabilities defined under Platform.System.Info are unavailable with the latest EF and SDK for MTL system only when the System Config Provider is installed using the INF.


6.  License Agreement:
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This ReadMe file as well as the software described in it is furnished under license and may only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of the license. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Intel Corporation. Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document or any software that may be provided in association with this document.

Except as permitted by such license, no part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the express written consent of Intel Corporation. 
Information in this document is provided in connection with Intel products. No license, expressed or implied otherwise, to any intellectual property rights is granted by this document. Except as provided in Intel's Terms and Conditions of Sale for such products, Intel assumes no liability whatsoever, and Intel disclaims any express or implied warranty, relating to sale and/or use of Intel products including liability or warranties relating to fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, or infringement of any patent, copyright or other intellectual property right. Intel products are not intended for use in medical, lifesaving, or life sustaining applications. Intel may make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time, without notice.
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7.  3rd party software:
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    No Third-party components are shipped with this provider.

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*Third-party brands and names are the property of the respective owners.