Lenovo 7783, 7782, 7824, 7823, 7821 manual Updating flashing the Bios from your operating system

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Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system

Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure.

To update (flash) the BIOS from your operating system, do the following:

1.Go to http://support.lenovo.com.

2.Do the following to locate the downloadable files for your machine type:

a.In the Enter a product number field, type your machine type and click Go.

b.Click Downloads and drivers.

c.Select BIOS from the Refine results drop-down list box to easily locate all the BIOS related links.

d.Click the BIOS update link.

3.Click the TXT file that contains the instructions for updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system.

4.Print these instructions. This is very important because these instructions will not be displayed on the screen after the download begins.

5.Follow the printed instructions to download, extract, and install the update.

Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure

If the power to your computer is interrupted while the POST and BIOS is being updated, your computer might not restart correctly. If this happens, perform the following procedure to recover from the POST and BIOS update failure. This procedure is commonly called Boot-block Recovery.

1.Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

2.Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 26.

3.Locate the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 11.

4.Remove any cables that impede access to the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper.

5.Move the jumper from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the maintenance position (pin 2 and pin 3).

6.Reconnect any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the PCI card if removed.

7.Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor to electrical outlets. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 49.

8.Turn on the computer and then insert the POST and BIOS update (flash update) disc into the optical drive. Wait a few minutes. Then, the recovery session begins. The recovery session will take two to three minutes. During this time, a warning message will be displayed and no action is needed from you.

9.After the recovery session is completed, there will be no video, and your computer will automatically turn off.

10.Repeat step 1 through step 4.

11.Move the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2).

12.Reconnect any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the PCI card if removed.

13.Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect any cables that were disconnected.

14.Turn on the computer to restart the operating system.

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Contents ThinkStation User Guide Third Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Service and upgradesStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets External devicesHeat and product ventilation Modem safety information Operating environmentPower supply statement Cleaning and maintenanceLaser compliance statement Viii ThinkStation User Guide Features Product overviewConnectivity Power supply Specifications DimensionsSoftware overview Software provided by LenovoAdobe Reader Antivirus software LocationsFront connector, control, and indicator locations Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector DescriptionThat use a DisplayPort connector Locating components Component locationsLocating parts on the system board System board part locationsLocating internal drives Machine type and model labelMachine type and model label ThinkStation User Guide Arranging your workspace Accessibility and comfortYou and your computer ComfortGlare and lighting Air circulationElectrical outlets and cable lengths Register your computer with Lenovo Voltage-selection switchReplacement power cords Moving your computer to another country or regionThinkStation User Guide Security features SecurityInstalling a padlock Locking the computer coverUsing passwords Bios passwordsAttaching an integrated cable lock Using and understanding firewalls Windows passwordsConfiguring the fingerprint reader Protecting data against virusesSecurity ThinkStation User Guide Installing external options Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling or replacing hardware Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer coverRemoving and reinstalling the front bezel Installing or replacing a PCI cardOpening the PCI card latch Removing a PCI card Installing or replacing a memory module Installing a PCI cardRemoving a memory module Installing or replacing the optical drive Installing a memory moduleRemoving the optical drive Installing the optical drive Replacing the card readerRemoving the card reader Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the screws for the power supply assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the primary hard disk drive Removing the primary hard disk driveInstalling the hard disk drive into the bracket Installing the primary hard disk drive Replacing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the secondary hard disk drive Replacing the front fan assembly Installing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assembly Installing the front fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Installing the rear fan assembly Replacing the keyboard or mouseCompleting the parts replacement Connecting the USB keyboard or mouseObtaining device drivers Recovery information Creating and using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operationsPerforming a backup operation Performing a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspaceCreating and using a rescue medium Using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled applicationsReinstalling software programs Reinstalling device driversSolving recovery problems Recovery information ThinkStation User Guide Viewing and changing settings Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Password considerationsHard Disk Password Power-On PasswordAdministrator Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordEnabling or disabling a device Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Enabling ErP compliance mode Selecting or changing the startup device sequenceExiting the Setup Utility program Smart performance choicesThinkStation User Guide Configuring RAID Creating RAID volumesRAID Level Deleting RAID volumes Resetting disks to non-RAIDUsing system programs Updating flashing the Bios from a discUpdating system programs Updating flashing the Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureTroubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingDiagnostic programs Lenovo Solution CenterLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox PC-Doctor for DOSLenovo Diagnostics Cleaning an optical mouseGetting information, help, and service Calling for service Help and serviceUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Lenovo Support Web siteUsing other services Purchasing additional servicesThinkStation User Guide Appendix A. Notices Trademarks Television output notice Appendix B. Regulatory informationExport classification notice Electronic emissions noticesIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Additional regulatory information ThinkStation User Guide Appendix C. Weee and recycling information Important information for the European Directive 2002/96/ECRecycling information Battery recycling information for Taiwan Recycling information for BrazilBattery recycling information for the European Union ThinkStation User Guide Index CRUSetting, changing, deleting Page ThinkStation User Guide Page 0A74582
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