Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper; Figure 4-19: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Location; Table 4-4: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Settings - IEI Technology IMBA-Q170-i2 User Manual

4.11.5 Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper

The flash descriptor security override jumper (J_FLASH1) allows to enable or disable the
ME firmware update. Refer to Table 4-4 and Figure 4-19 for the jumper location and
settings.
Setting
Short 1-2
Short 2-3

Table 4-4: Flash Descriptor Security Override Jumper Settings

Figure 4-19: 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:
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Description
Disabled (default)
Enabled