Upgrading Alphabios (Updating Firmware) - Compaq AlphaServer DS20E Reference Manual

6-6 DS20E Reference Guide
Upgrading AlphaBIOS
(Updating Firmware)
Part Number: ER-K8F6W-UA .A01 File Name: g-ch6 Using the AlphaBIOS.doc Last Saved On: 9/30/99 4:37 PM
As improvements are made to AlphaBIOS, it might be desirable to upgrade to
take advantage of new features. Use the following procedure to upgrade from
an earlier version of the AlphaBIOS:
1. Insert the diskette or CD-ROM containing the AlphaBIOS upgrade.
2. If you are not already running AlphaBIOS Setup, start it by restarting your
system and pressing F2 when the Boot screen is displayed.
3. In the main AlphaBIOS Setup screen, select Upgrade AlphaBIOS and press
Enter.
Loading update file from floppy disk.
This will take a few minutes.
ENTER=Select ESC=Exit
Figure 6-4. Loading Dialogue Box
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Writer: Robert Young Project: Compaq AlphaServer DS20E System Comments:
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