Updating the System BIOS
Your computer uses flash BIOS, which enables you to update the BIOS easily from a floppy disk. If AST releases a BIOS update for your computer, copy the disk image to your hard drive from
∙The AST Online! BBS: See the customer service reference that accompanied your computer for information on contacting the BBS.
∙The AST Web site: http://www.ast.com/support/files.htm
Select BIOS under Portables to find the newest BIOS for your computer.
Performing the BIOS Update
Before performing the BIOS update, please note the following rules:
∙Do not interrupt the power while updating the BIOS. Interrupting the power may create a fatal error, causing your computer to become inoperable once it has been turned off. If the power is interrupted, turn off your computer and call your authorized AST Service Center.
∙If your computer is connected to a docking device, disconnect it.
∙Do not attempt a BIOS update unless the battery is fully charged or the AC adapter is connected.
∙Under the Boot menu in System Setup, set Diskette Drive as the first boot device. (See “Boot Menu” on page 55 for information on setting the option.)
∙Write down your System Setup settings before you perform a BIOS update. (See “Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration” on page 105.)
