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Chapter 5. Updating system programs
This chapter contains information about updating the 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
Your computer system board has a module called electrically erasable programmable
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files 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
Note: You can download a
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Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a diskette or disc
This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) the BIOS using a diskette or disc. System program updates are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support
1.To update (flash) the BIOS:
v From a diskette, make sure the computer is turned off and insert a
vFrom a disc, make sure the computer is turned on and insert the disc into the optical drive.
2.Turn on the computer. If it is on already, you must turn it off and back on again. The update begins.
3.Select a language when prompted by pressing the number on your keyboard that corresponds to the language and then press Enter.
4.When prompted to change the serial number, press Y.
5.Type in the seven character serial number of your computer and then press Enter.
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