Lenovo 154, 7548, 104, 7539 manual Updating system programs, Using system programs

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Chapter 5. Updating system programs

This chapter provides information about updating the POST and BIOS, and how to recover from a POST and BIOS update failure.

This chapter contains the following topics:

•“Using system programs” on page 59

•“Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 59

•“Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system” on page 60

•“Recovering from a POST and BIOS update failure” on page 60

Using system programs

System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. System programs include the POST, the BIOS, and the Setup Utility program. The POST is a set of tests and procedures that are performed each time you turn on your computer. The 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 or change the configuration settings of your computer. See Chapter 4 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 55 for detailed information.

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 the POST, the BIOS, and the Setup Utility program by starting your computer with a system-program-update disc or running a special update program from your operating system.

Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST and 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 and 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 disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system.

Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc

This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) the BIOS from a disc.

Note: You can download a self-starting bootable disc image (known as an ISO image) with the system program updates to create a system-program-update disc. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support

To update (flash) the BIOS from a disc, do the following:

1.Turn off your computer.

2.Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key.

3.On the Startup Device Menu, select the desired optical drive as the startup device. Then, insert the disc into this optical drive and press Enter. The update begins.

4.When prompted to change the serial number, it is suggested that you do not make this change by pressing N. However, if you do want to change the serial number, press Y, then type in the serial number and press Enter.

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide First Edition November Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Vi ThinkCentre User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Security features SpecificationsSoftware provided with your Windows operating system Software overviewLenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox LocationsRear connector and part locations Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computerLocating components Connector DescriptionComponent locations Locating parts on the system boardSystem board part locations Locating internal drivesDrive bay locations ThinkCentre User Guide Handling static-sensitive devices Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling or replacing hardware Installing external optionsRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer coverRemoving the front bezel Removing and reinstalling the front bezelReinstalling the front bezel Accessing the system board components and drivesPivoting the drive bay assembly upward Installing or replacing a PCI cardThinkCentre User Guide Removing the PCI card What to do next Installing or replacing a memory moduleRemoving the memory module Installing the memory module Replacing the batteryRemoving the old battery Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblyRemoving the heat sink fan duct Screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the microprocessor Installing the heat sink fan ductAccessing the microprocessor Removing the microprocessor Replacing the power supply assemblyInstalling or replacing hardware Removing the power supply assembly Installing the power supply assembly Replacing the optical drive Removing the optical drive screws Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer Replacing the hard disk drive Installing the optical drivePivoting the drive bay assembly Removing the hard disk drive Replacing the card reader Installing the hard disk driveRemoving the card reader Replacing the front fan assemblyRemoving the front fan assembly Replacing the keyboard Installing the front fan assemblyReplacing the mouse Keyboard connectorsMouse connectors Completing the parts replacementReinstalling the computer cover Obtaining device drivers Basic security featuresIntegrated cable lock Installing an integrated cable lockErasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Password protectionPadlock Installing or replacing hardware ThinkCentre User Guide Creating and using recovery media Recovery informationCreating recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Using recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationUsing a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Solving recovery problems Installing or reinstalling device driversThinkCentre User Guide Using passwords Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing or changing settingsSetting, changing, or deleting a password Password considerationsPower-on password Administrator passwordSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting a startup deviceViewing or changing the startup device sequence Exiting the Setup Utility program Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a Post and Bios update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemUpdating system programs ThinkCentre User Guide Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS Running the diagnostic program from the diagnostic disc Cleaning an optical mouseThinkCentre User Guide Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderLenovo Welcome Access HelpSafety and warranty Help and serviceCalling for service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsPurchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix A. Notices European conformance CE mark Trademarks Television output noticeCRU IndexKeyboard replacing Lenovo Customer Support Center Solving recovery problems Starting the Setup Utility program ThinkCentre User Guide Page 0A22638

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