AMD Complete Guide on How to Q-Flash BIOS for Your Motherboard

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4-1-3 Flash BIOS Method Introduction

Method 1 : Q-FlashTM

Q-FlashTMis a BIOS update tool that allows the user to update BIOS without entering operating systems like MS-DOS or Windows.Em- bedded in the BIOS, the Q-FlashTMtool frees you from the hassles of

going through complicated BIOS flashing process.

Before Use:

Follow the steps below before using Q-Flash to update BIOS:

1.From GIGABYTE's website, download the latest compressed BIOS update file that matches your motherboard model.

2.Extract the file and save the new BIOS file (e.g. M61SMES2.F1) to your floppy disk, USB flash drive, or hard disk. Note: The USB flash drive or hard disk must use FAT32/16/12 file system.

3.Restart the system. During POST, press the End key to enter Q-Flash. Note: You can access Q-Flash by either pressing the End key during POST or the F8 key in BIOS Setup. However, if the BIOS update file is saved to a hard drive in RAID/AHCI mode or a hard drive attached to an independent IDE/SATA controller, use the End key during POST to access Q-Flash.

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<DEL>:BIOS Setup/Q-Flash <F9>:Xpress Recovery2 <F12>:Boot Menu <End>:Qflash	<End> : Qflash
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Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, please do it with caution and avoid inadequate operation that may result in system malfunction.

Updating the BIOS

Step 1:

a.In the Q-Flash menu, use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to select Update BIOS from Drive and press ENTER.

If you wish to back up the current BIOS file, use the Save BIOS to Drive function.

b.Select the floppy drive or hard drive where the BIOS file is saved, such as "Floppy A" and press ENTER.

Q-Flash Utility v2.02

	Flash Type/Size			SST 25LF040A		512K
		Keep DMI Data Enable
			Update BIOS from Drive
				0 file(s) found
		EnterFloppy A			<Drive>	Off
		HDD 0-0			<Drive>




		Total size : 0		Free size : 0
		F5 : Refresh		DEL : Delete

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Contents GA-M61SME-S2 Motherboard Copyright Product Manual ClassificationTable of Contents Regulatory Statements Box Contents GA-M61SME-S2 Motherboard Layout Block Diagram Instances of Non-Warranty Considerations Prior to InstallationInstallation Notices Preparing Your ComputerFeature Summary Bios Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler Installation of the CPUInstallation of the CPU Cooler Installation of Memory Installation of Expansion Cards Dual Channel Memory ConfigurationPCI Express x16 Graphics Card Support List GV-RX60P128DEI/O Back Panel Introduction Connectors Introduction Line Out Front Speaker OutMIC ATX12V/ATX Power Connector Cpufan / Sysfan Cooler Fan Power Connector IDE IDE ConnectorFDD FDD Connector Sataii 0 / Sataii 1 Sata 3Gb/s ConnectorsPwrled Fpanel Front Panel JumperFaudio Front Audio Connector Cdin CD In Connector Spdifio S/PDIF In/Out ConnectorHdasur Surround Center Connector FUSB1 / FUSB2 / Front USB ConnectorsComb Comb Connector CI Chassis Intrusion, Case OpenBattery Clrcmos Clear CmosGA-M61SME-S2 Motherboard Status Page Setup Menu / Option Page Setup Menu Main MenuMain Menu For example Bios Ver. E7 F12 Boot MenuF12Boot Menu „ Power Management Setup „ Standard Cmos Features„ Advanced Bios Features „ PnP/PCI ConfigurationTime IDE Channel 0 Master, SlaveIDE Channel 2/3 Master Halt on Floppy 3 Mode Support for Japan AreaDrive a MemoryHard Disk Boot Priority First / Second / Third Boot DevicePassword Check Init Display First Away ModeHDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability Frame Buffer SizeIntegrated Peripherals NV Sata RAID function IDE Prefetch ModeOnboard LAN Boot ROM NV Sata 1 Primary RAIDOnboard Parallel Port Parallel Port ModeECP Mode Use DMA On-Chip USBPower Management Setup Power On By Mouse Power-On by AlarmHpet Mode Note Power On By KeyboardPnP/PCI Configurations PCI 1 IRQ AssignmentPCI 2 IRQ Assignment Case Opened Current System/CPU TemperatureSystem/CPU Warning Temperature Current VoltageV Vcore/DDR2 1.8V/+3.3V/+12VCPU Smart FAN Mode CPU Smart FAN ControlNoteLoad Fail-Safe Defaults Set Supervisor/User Password Save & Exit Setup Exit Without SavingDrivers Installation Install Chipset DriversSoftware Applications Driver CD InformationHardware Information Contact UsGA-M61SME-S2 Motherboard Unique Software Utilities EasyTune 5 IntroductionUser Interface Overview Boot from CD/DVD Xpress Recovery2 IntroductionHow to use the Xpress Recovery2 System requirementsMain Screen of Xpress Recovery2 PrecautionsLimitations Method 1 Q-FlashTM Flash Bios Method IntroductionUpdating the Bios Before UseCopy Bios completed Pass Please press any key to continue Method 2 @BIOSTM Utility Methods and stepsPage Installing Sata hard drives in your computer Before you beginShadow Step Save and exit Bios Setup GA-M61SME-S2 Motherboard Configuring RAID set in RAID Bios YES BBS Cd bootdrv Menu Making a Sata Driver DiskInstalling Sata controller driver during OS installation ENTER=Select F3=Exit Enter= Continue R=Repair F3=Exit Installing the 5.1/7.1 Surround Cable Optional 5 2- / 4- / 6- / 8- Channel Audio IntroductionAudio Jacks Introduction Setting Up Stereo Speakers HD AudioSetting Up 4-Channel Audio Setting Up 6-Channel Audio Setting Up 8-Channel Audio Sound Effect Configuration Troubleshooting Frequently Asked QuestionsTroubleshooting Procedure StartEND Weee Symbol Statement Regulatory NoticesOur Commitment to Preserving the Environment China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Contact Us Taiwan HeadquartersGigabyte Global Service System Poland Ukraine Romania Serbia & Montenegro