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Upgrading the BIOS
The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in flash memory. The code and data in the upgrade file include the following:
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•The Setup Utility
•The System BIOS
Preparing for the Upgrade
The steps below explain how to prepare to upgrade the BIOS, including how to:
•Record the current BIOS settings
•Obtain the upgrade utility
•Prepare a bootable diskette for the utility
In the unlikely event that a BIOS error occurs during the BIOS update process, see "Recovering the BIOS" for instructions on performing a BIOS recovery.
Recording the Current BIOS Settings
1Boot the computer and press <F2> when you see the message: Press <F2> Key if you want to run SETUP
2Write down the current settings in the BIOS Setup program.
Note: Do not skip step 2. You will need these settings to configure your computer at the end of the procedure.
Obtaining the Upgrade
Download the BIOS image file to a temporary folder on your hard drive.
