IBM 6840GAU - NetVista A40 - 6840, Hardware Maintenance Manual

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To update the EPROM using the DMI MIF Browser, use the following procedure.
1.
Click Start from the desktop, then Programs .
2. Select IBM SystemView Agent
3. Select the Serial Number Information icon
4. Click the plus sign to expand.
5. Select the component you want to view or edit.
6. Double click on the component you want to change.
7. Enter new data in the Value field, then click Apply .
Alert on LAN
Alert on LAN provides notification of changes in the computer, even when the
computer power is turned off. Working with DMI and Wake on LAN
®
technologies, Alert on LAN helps to manage and monitor the hardware and
software features of the computer. Alert on LAN generates notifications to the
server of these occurrences:
v
Computer disconnected from the network
v
Computer unplugged from the power outlet
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All POST errors
v Operating system or POST hang condition
Alert on LAN events are configured to be Enabled or Disabled from the LAN
server only, and not from the computer. See the LAN administrator for
configuration status information.
BIOS levels
An incorrect level of BIOS can cause false error and unnecessary FRU replacement.
Use the following information to determine the current level of BIOS installed in
the computer, the latest BIOS available for the computer, and where to obtain the
latest level of BIOS.
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Current Level BIOS information
– Run the Configuration Utility to determine the level of BIOS installed.
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Sources for determining the latest level BIOS available
1.
IBM PC Company Home Page
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2.
PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database (CTSTIPS.NSF)
3. HelpCenter
®
4. Levels 1 and 2 Support
5. RETAIN
®
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Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available
1. IBM PC Company Home Page
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2.
PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database (CTSTIPS.NSF)
3. HelpCenter
4.
Levels 1 and 2 Support
To update (flash) the BIOS, see “Flash (BIOS/VPD) update procedure” on page 88.
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