Bios Update; When Should A Bios Update Be Carried Out; How Does A Bios Update Work; Bios Recovery - Fujitsu D3488 Technical Description

Mainboard D3488

BIOS update

When should a BIOS update be carried out?

Fujitsu Technology Solutions makes new BIOS versions available to ensure compatibility to new
operating systems, new software or new hardware. In addition, new BIOS functions can also be
integrated.
A BIOS update should always also be carried out when a problem exists that cannot be solved with
new drivers or new software.

How does a BIOS update work?

BIOS update under Windows with DeskFlash utility:
A BIOS update can also be carried out directly under Windows with the DeskFlash utility. DeskFlash
is contained on the "Drivers & Utilites" CD (under DeskUpdate).

BIOS Recovery

Opening the casing as described in the operating manual.
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► Close the Recovery BIOS jumper (see Page 22).
► Close the casing as described in the operating manual.
► Insert a BIOS Recovery Disk and start the PC.
► Note the signals issued from the buzzer or loudspeaker. You have successfully restored the
BIOS if you hear continuously fast repeated beeps.
► Power off your system.
► Open the casing as described in the operating manual.
► Remove the Recovery BIOS jumper.
► Close the casing as described in the operating manual.
► Remove the floppy disk from the drive.
► Start the PC and invoke BIOS Setup.
► Select the menu item Reset configuration in the menu Advanced and change the setting to
Yes.
► Save the change and terminate BIOS Setup.
The BIOS recovery has now been completed. The system restarts.
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