IEI Technology PCIE-Q870-i2, User Manual

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PCIE-Q870-i2 PICMG 1.3 CPU Card
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4.3.3 Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper
The Flash Descriptor Security Override jumper (J_FLASH1) allows to enable or disable
the ME firmware update. Refer to Figure 4-9 and Table 4-2 for the jumper location and
settings.
Setting Description
Short 1-2 Disabled (default)
Short 2-3 Enabled
Table 4-2: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Settings
Figure 4-9: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Location
To update the ME firmware, please follow the steps below.
Step 1: Before turning on the system power, short pin 2-3 of the Flash Descriptor
Security Override jumper.
Step 2: Update the BIOS and ME firmware, and then turn off the system power.
Step 3: Remove the metal clip on the Flash Descriptor Security Override jumper or
return to its default setting (short pin 1-2).
Step 4: Restart the system. The system will reboot 2 ~ 3 times to complete the ME
firmware update. Step 0: