Updating Bios Procedures - Asus a7n8x User Manual

2.1.2 Updating BIOS procedures

Update the BIOS only if you have problems with the motherboard and you are
sure that the new BIOS revision will solve your problems. Careless updating
may create more problems !
The Binary Input/Output System (BIOS) can be updated using the built-in Flash
Memory Writer utility or using a bootable floppy disk with the executable Flash
Memory Writer Utility (AWDFLASH.EXE). The following sub-sections explain the
steps in flashing your BIOS.
2.1.2.1 Updating BIOS via Built-in AwardBIOS Flash Utility
1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (see ASUS contact info on
Page viii). Save the copy to a floppy disk.
Write down the BIOS file name on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact
BIOS file name at the Award BIOS Flash Utility.
2. Reboot the computer.
3. To use AwardBIOS Flash Utility, press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display
the following screen.
The BIOS information in the above screen is for reference only. what you see
on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.
4. Insert the disk that contains the new BIOS file into the floppy drive. You will
receive the error message, "WARNING! Device not ready!" if you proceed to
step 5 without the disk in the drive.
5. Type the name of the new BIOS file, for example: "AW0702.BIN" then press <Enter>.
The program asks if you want to save the previous BIOS. Select <Y> since it is
advisable to back-up the original BIOS in case you need to reprogram it.
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