NEC VERSA P, Service Manual

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Setup and Operation 2-19
To use the BIOS Update utility, the system configuration must be set to 640 KB of base
memory with the programming voltage enabled. Error and warning messages that might be
displayed when using the BIOS Update utility are listed in Section 4, Troubleshooting and
Repair.
Precautions
The BIOS Update utility diskette saves the old BIOS version. Make sure the diskette is not
write-protected. If attempting to use a diskette that has updated another unit, a message
warns that the original BIOS may not be restored. If updating more than one system, first
make a copy of the original diskette for each system before using the diskette.
Downloading the Update Utility
To receive the latest version of the BIOS Update utility, perform the following steps.
1.
Log onto NEC's BBS by dialing (508)-635-4706. The BBS parameters are as
follows.
n
Baud rate: 300 to 9600 bps
n
Parity: none
n
Data bits: 8
n
Stop bits: 1
2.
Once connected, a name and password must be entered. When connecting for the
first time, a questionnaire must be completed.
3. At the NEC/Technologies Bulletin Board main menu, type
F
and then press
En-
ter
for the File Menu.
4. At the File Menu, type
D
and then press
Enter
for download.
5.
Type the file name, L440 n B3.EXE , and press Enter . Insert the correct revision
number in place of the n .
6. Press
Enter
again.
7.
Set the default protocol on the BBS.
8.
The BBS displays a prompt that it is ready to send the file. Perform the software's
download transfer procedure. The files are sent to the hard drive. Execute the file
to create a bootable disk. A message prompts you to insert a 1.44-MB diskette
drive in drive A. Make sure that it is a high-density diskette. Press any key to
continue.
After pressing any key, the diskette is formatted and the BIOS update files are
copied to the diskette.