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Lenovo 3000 J Series manual Updating system programs, Using system programs

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Chapter 6. Updating system programs

Chapter 6. Updating system programs

This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure.

Using system programs

System programs are the basic layer of software that is built into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that is performed each time you turn on your computer. BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the computer hardware can understand. You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configuration and setup of your computer.

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 POST, BIOS, and the Setup Utility program by starting your computer using a flash update diskette or by running a special update program from your operating system.

Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/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/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 (flash) diskette or an update program that can be run from the operating system.

Note: You can download a self starting bootable CD image (known as an .iso image) of the diagnostics program from http://www.lenovo.com to support systems without a diskette drive.

Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette

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

1.Insert a system program update (flash) diskette into the diskette drive. System program updates are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support on the World Wide Web.

2.Turn on the computer. If the computer is on already, you must turn it off and back on again. The update begins.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update.

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Contents

Types 7387, 7388, 7389, 7393, 7394, User Guide Lenovo 3000 J SeriesPage Lenovo 3000 J Series Fourth Edition February Copyright Lenovo 2005, Contents commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . and serviceChapter 8. Getting information, help Appendix B. NoticesConditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService and upgrades General safety guidelinesStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adaptersviiiUser Guide Voltage-selectionswitch Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets Batteries External devicesHeat and product ventilation xUser GuideOperating environment Electrical current safety information Lithium battery noticeDo not Laser compliance statement Modem safety informationData safety Power supply statementCleaning and maintenance Additional safety informationIntroduction xviUser Guide Chapter 1. Arranging your workspace ComfortGlare and lighting Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationConnecting your computer Chapter 2. Setting up your computer4User Guide Chapter 2. Setting up your computer PHONE LINEPHONE LINE b.Connect the ac adapter cable to the speaker b. Connect the speakers to the computer 8User Guide Turning on power Finishing the software installationCompleting important tasks Updating your operating system Installing other operating systemsUpdating your antivirus software Shutting down the computerFeatures Chapter 3. Installing optionsMemory System management featuresInternal drives Video subsystemPower Input/output featuresSecurity features Preinstalled softwareOperating systems, tested for compatibility1 Available optionsTools required SpecificationsHandling static-sensitivedevices DimensionsInstalling external options 3USB connector 1Headphone connector2Microphone connector 4USB connectorPower connector Description ConnectorRemoving the cover Obtaining device driversIdentifying parts on the system board Locating componentsMicroprocessor and heat sink Microprocessor fan connector What to do next Installing memoryInstalling adapters 5.Secure the adapter with the screw as shown Drive specifications Installing internal drivesNotes Installing a drive 30User Guide 6.Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-bladescrewdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it loose Connecting the first CD drive or DVD drive Connecting an additional CD drive or DVD drive32User Guide Connecting a serial ATA hard disk drive Installing security featuresChanging the battery Password protectionPadlock loop 34User GuideTo change the battery 9.Turn on the computer and all attached devices Replacing the cover and connecting the cables 38User Guide Creating and using the Product Recovery disc Chapter 4. Recovering softwarePerforming backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Notes Creating and using rescue mediaCreating and using a Recovery Repair diskette To create rescue media, do the followingTo use rescue media, do one of the following Recovering or installing device drivers Solving recovery problems Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence46User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Chapter 5. Using the Setup UtilityViewing and changing settings Using passwordsUser Password Password considerationsAdministrator Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordSelecting a startup device Using Security Profile by DeviceSelecting a temporary startup device 3.Select Security Profile by DeviceAdvanced settings Exiting from the Setup Utility programChanging the startup device sequence Using system programs Updating flashing BIOS from a disketteChapter 6. Updating system programs 52User Guide Basic troubleshooting Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnosticsDiagnostic programs Creating a diagnostic CD image PC-Doctorfor WindowsPC-Doctorfor DOS Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes Creating diagnostic diskettesCleaning the mouse PC-Doctorfor Windows PEOptical mouse Non-opticalmouse 11.Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer 60User Guide Information resources Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder Lenovo CareWarranty and safety Access HelpHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsCalling for service Purchasing additional services Using other servicesBasic AT commands Appendix A. Manual modem commandsCommand Extended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commandsVoice commands Attention Switzerland User Telekom PTT SCR-BE Taximpulssperrfilter-12kHzPTT Art. Bakom 93.0291.Z.N 72User Guide Lenovo United States, Inc Appendix B. Notices500 Park Offices Drive, Hwy. Research Triangle Park, NC U.S.ATrademarks Television output noticeIndex A Page Page 1P P/N: Part Number: Printed in USA