Lenovo 6395, 6394, 6393, 6397, 6396 manual Changing settings using the utility diskette

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5.For some models, a "Program ended normally" message is displayed and no additional action is required. For other models, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update.

Changing settings using the utility diskette

For models that require two diskettes to update and change settings in the BIOS, use the utility diskette to set the machine type, serial number, UUID, and asset tag.

Make sure the computer is turned off and insert the utility diskette. Then turn on the computer. Refer to the readme file on the utility diskette for specific information about the settings that you can change.

Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system

Note: Due to the constant improvements made to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change.

1.From your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the address field and press Enter.

2.Locate the Downloadable files for your machine type as follows:

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

b.Click Continue.

c.Click Downloads and drivers.

d.Under the BIOS category, click the Flash BIOS update.

e.Click the .txt file that contains the installation instructions for the flash BIOS update (flash from the operating system version).

3.Print these instructions. This is very important because they are not on the screen after the download begins.

4.From your browser, click Back to return to the list of files. Carefully follow the printed instructions to download, extract, and install the update.

Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure

If power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is being updated (flash update), your computer might not restart correctly. If this happens, perform the following procedure commonly called Boot-block Recovery.

1.Turn off the computer and any attached devices, such as printers, monitors, and external drives.

2.Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, and open the computer cover. Refer to "Opening the cover" in the Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide.

3.Access the system board. Refer to "Accessing system board components and drives" in the Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide.

4.Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. Refer to "Identifying parts on the system board" in the Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide.

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

6.Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to pins 2 and 3.

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Page Contents Recovering software Getting information, help, and serviceAppendix A. Manual modem commands Introduction Vi User Guide Important safety information User Guide Arranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Air circulation Electrical outlets and cable lengthsSetting up your computer Connecting your computerIf you have powered speakers with an ac adapter Setting up your computer Turning on computer power Finishing the software installationInstalling other operating systems Completing important tasksUpdating your operating system Updating your antivirus software Installing external optionsFeatures Shutting down the computerSystem management features Input/output featuresAudio subsystem Specifications Dimensions User Guide Software provided by Lenovo Software overviewSoftware provided with your Windows operating system PC-Doctor for Windows, PC-Doctor for Windows PEAdobe Acrobat Reader Viewing and changing settings Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Changing the language setting for the BiosAdministrator or Supervisor Password Password considerationsUser Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordSelecting or changing the boot device sequence Exiting from the Setup Utility programSelecting a temporary startup device User Guide Using system programs Updating flashing Bios from a diskette or CD-ROMUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Changing settings using the utility disketteUpdating flashing Bios from your operating system Click Continue Click Downloads and driversUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingDiagnostic programs PC-Doctor for Windows PC-Doctor for DOSClick PC-Doctor for DOS Desktops Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes Cleaning the mouse PC-Doctor for Windows PEOptical mouse Non-optical mouse Troubleshooting and diagnostics User Guide 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 Creating and using rescue media To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the followingTo use the Recovery Repair diskette, do the following Creating and using a Recovery Repair disketteTo create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following To create rescue media, do the followingRecovering or installing device drivers Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Solving recovery problemsUser Guide Online Books folder Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources ThinkVantage Productivity CenterAccess Help Safety and WarrantyHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programs Calling for serviceUsing other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix A. Manual modem commands Basic AT commandsLow speaker volume Extended AT commands Enable RTS/CTS hardware flow controlMNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands +MS=?Fax Class 1 commands Fax Class 2 commandsVoice commands Appendix A. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix B. Notices Television output notice TrademarksIndex Password Updating flashing Bios User Guide Page Part Number 45C6870
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