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BIOS Flash Utility
The BIOS flash memory update is required for the following conditions:
New versions of system programs
New features or options
Use the AFlash utility to update the system BIOS flash ROM.
NOTE: Do not install memory-related drivers (XMS, EMS, DPMI) when you use AFlash.
NOTE: This program contains a readme.txt file. This readme.txt file will introduce on how to use AFlash utility.

Executing Flash Program

IMPORTANT:If this diskette is not bootabl e, do the following actions before you use it:
1. Create a bootable disk.
2. Copy all AFlash files into this bootable diskette.
3. Put the bootable disk into TravelMate 520 series module, then reboot .
IMPORTANT:Never turn off the system power while Fl ash BIOS is programming. This will damage your
system.
4. After Flash BIOS is done, reboot the system.
NOTE: If there are any problems occurred during BIOS update, see “Index of PQA Diagnostic Error Code,
Message” on page 81 for troubleshooting.