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Chapter 5
Once you have satisfied the two requirements mentioned above (1 and
2), you can run FMW. You may copy the contents of the "Flash"
directory to your hard drive, or you may run the utility from a backup
of the support floppy disk. Either way, make sure the new BIOS file is
in the same directory as the FMW utility.
To start FMW, change to the "Flash" directory (if you are not already
in it). Type "Awdflash" at the DOS command line and press the
<Enter> key. The following screen will appear:
The Flash Memory Writer Utility Screen
For VX/HX-2A59CT51
File Name to Program:
Error Message:
Type in the whole file name, e.g. A61AW10.BIN, and confirm that you
want to program the BIOS. The utility will Blank, Erase, and then
Program the flash memory on the mainboard with the new BIOS file.
You should choose Yes to save the original system BIOS to a floppy
diskette before you program the new BIOS. This leaves you with a
backup of your original BIOS in case you need to reinstall it. This is
highly recommended. If you cannot successfully program the BIOS
file for some reason, reinstall you original BIOS from the backup file.
Always reset the CMOS with jumper JP1 after flashing to a new BIOS.
Warning: If you do not successfully install a complete BIOS file in
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the flash memory on the Mainboard, your system may not be able to
boot. If this happens, it will require service by your system vendor. To
avoid such an inconvenience, follow the requirements and instructions
in this section precisely.
FLASH MEMORY WRITER V3.0
Copyright (C) 1993, AWARD Software, Inc.
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Date : 4/13/95
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