NEC VERSA SXI, Service And Reference Manual

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System Configuration and Setup 2-19
Updating the BIOS
The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s Flash ROM. As indicated in this chapter, you
use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system’s software and hardware features. Use the
BIOS Update Diskette, for your specific model, to update your NEC Versa system BIOS.
To update the system BIOS you must:
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Obtain the BIOS Update
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Prepare the BIOS Update Diskette
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Perform the BIOS Update
Obtaining the BIOS Update
If you are informed that the default BIOS needs an update contact Support Services at (800)
632-4525, Fax (801) 981-3133, or access the web site,
www.nec-computers.com to obtain a
copy of the BIOS update.
Note
If you purchased and are using this computer outside the U.S. or Canada, please
contact a local NECC or dealer in your country.
Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette
Before using the BIOS update diskette you must make the diskette BIOS flash ready. Refer to
the
readme.txt file on the diskette before using the diskette.
Follow these instructions to prepare the BIOS Update Diskette.
1.
Scan your hard drive for any computer viruses.
2.
Unlock the write protect notch on the diskette, if necessary.
3.
Insert the diskette into the file bay drive.
4.
Scan the BIOS Update Diskette for computer viruses.
The diskette is ready for use.
5.
Type a:\install (where a: is the floppy diskette drive) at the DOS prompt and follow the on-
screen instructions.
Install.bat copies the DOS system files from your hard drive onto the BIOS Update Diskette
to make it BIOS flash ready.
The system prompts you when the process is complete.
6.
Follow the instructions later in this chapter, “Performing the BIOS Update.”
Performing the BIOS Update
Follow these steps to perform the BIOS update. Before you begin, be sure to:
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Connect the computer to AC power and power off the computer.
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Configure the Boot Device Setup to boot from a diskette.
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Document all customized BIOS settings.
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Insert the BIOS Update diskette into the diskette drive.