Some product features are enabled only when the latest versions of patches or firmware are installed. You must install the latest system software release for optimal performance, security, and stability. See Important – Install Latest OS Updates, Patches, Firmware.
You can find detailed information about supported firmware releases here:
For the latest and most up-to-date information on supported firmware versions, see the ReadMe file located on My Oracle Support. For download instructions, see Getting Firmware and Software Updates.