Lenovo 7816, 9683, 9689, 9684, 9685, 9682, 9690, 9687 Updating system programs, Using system programs

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Chapter 6. Updating system programs

This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure.

Using system programs

System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that is performed each time you turn on your computer. BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the computer hardware can execute. You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configuration and setup of your computer.

Your computer system board has a module called electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM, also referred to as flash memory). You can easily update POST, BIOS, and the Setup Utility program by starting your computer using a flash update diskette or by running a special update program from your operating system.

Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions for using the POST/BIOS updates are available in a .txt file that is included with the update files. For most models, you can download either an update program to create a system-program-update (flash) diskette or an update program that can be run from the operating system.

Note: You can download a self starting bootable CD image (known as an .iso image) of the diagnostics program from http://www.lenovo.com to support systems without a diskette drive.

Updating (flashing) BIOS from a CD-ROM or diskette

This section describes how to update (flash) the BIOS using a diskette or CD-ROM. System program updates are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support on the World Wide Web.

1.To update (flash) the BIOS:

vFrom a CD-ROM, make sure the computer is turned on. Insert the CD-ROM into the optical drive. The update begins.

vFrom a diskette, make sure the computer is turned off and insert a system program update (flash diskette). Then turn the computer on. The update begins.

2.When you are prompted to select a language, press the number on your keyboard that corresponds to the language and then press Enter.

3.When prompted to change the serial number, press Y.

4.Type in the seven character serial number of your computer and then press Enter.

5.When prompted to change the machine type/model, press Y.

6.Type in the seven character machine type/model of your computer and then press Enter.

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Contents Lenovo User Guide Page Lenovo Page Contents Iv User Guide Introduction Vi User Guide Important safety information User Guide Arranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationInstalling the vertical stand on some models Setting up your computerConnecting your computer Setting up your computer Phone Line Setting up your computer 1394 Turning on computer power Finishing the software installationCompleting important tasks Updating your operating system Installing other operating systemsUpdating your antivirus software Shutting down the computerFeatures Input/output features System management featuresPower Security featuresOperating systems, preinstalled varies by model Preinstalled softwareEnvironment SpecificationsWidth 331 mm 13.03 Height 105 mm 4.13 Depth 405 mm 15.94 User Guide Software provided with your Windows operating system Software overviewSoftware provided by Lenovo PC Doctor for WINPE, PC Doctor for WindowsUser Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup UtilityViewing and changing settings Using passwordsAdministrator Password User PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting a startup deviceSelecting or changing the startup device sequence Select Security Profile by DeviceExiting from the Setup Utility program Advanced settingsUsing system programs Updating flashing Bios from a CD-ROM or disketteUpdating system programs Click Continue Click Downloads and drivers Updating flashing Bios from your operating systemBasic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnosticsDiagnostic programs PC-Doctor for DOS PC-Doctor for WindowsRunning diagnostics from the CD or diskettes PC-Doctor for Windows PE Cleaning the mouseOptical mouse Non-optical mouse1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage Recovering software Creating and using the Product Recovery discTo create Product Recovery discs, do the following Performing backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette Creating and using rescue mediaTo create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following To create rescue media, do the followingTo use the Recovery Repair diskette, do the following Recovering or installing device driversSolving recovery problems Setting a rescue device in the startup sequenceUser Guide Information resources Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder Lenovo CareAccess Help Safety and WarrantyHelp and service Calling for service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsPurchasing additional services Using other servicesBasic AT commands Appendix A. Manual modem commandsLow speaker volume Enable RTS/CTS hardware flow control Extended AT commands+MS=? MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commandsFax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commandsVoice commands Appendix A. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix B. Notices Trademarks Television output noticeIndex Page Page User Guide Page Part Number 43C3103

7814, 7813, 7819, 7818, 7816 specifications

Lenovo has carved a niche for itself in the realm of computing with its extensive lineup of laptops and desktops. Among these, models like the Lenovo 9683, 7817, 7818, 9688, and 7815 stand out due to their impressive specifications, innovative technologies, and suitability for various user needs, from casual computing to business applications.

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In summary, the Lenovo 9683, 7817, 7818, 9688, and 7815 embody the brand's commitment to innovation, performance, and usability, making them suitable choices for a diverse range of consumers looking for reliability in their computing devices.
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