Flash (Bios/Vpd) Update Procedure; Flash Recovery Boot Block Jumper - IBM NetVista Hardware Maintenance Manual

v Current Level BIOS information
v Sources for determining the latest level BIOS available
v Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available
To update (flash) the BIOS, see "Flash (BIOS/VPD) update procedure".

Flash (BIOS/VPD) update procedure

1. Power-off the computer.
2. Insert the flash update diskette into drive A.
3. Power-on the computer.
4. When the Update Utility appears; select the country/keyboard, then press
5. If the computer serial number was previously recorded, the number is
6. Type the 7-digit serial number of the computer you are servicing, then press
7. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the flash (BIOS/VPD) update

Flash recovery boot block jumper

To perform a Flash/BIOS recovery using the recovery jumper, use the following
procedure.
1. Power-off the computer and remove the cover.
2. Move the system board recovery jumper to the clear position. Refer to "System
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– Run the Configuration Utility to determine the level of BIOS installed.
1. IBM PC Company Home Page
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2. PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database (CTSTIPS.NSF)
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3. HelpCenter
4. Levels 1 and 2 Support
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5. RETAIN
1. IBM PC Company Home Page
http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2. PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database (CTSTIPS.NSF)
3. HelpCenter
4. Levels 1 and 2 Support
Attention:
Refer to the information label located inside the system unit cover for any model-specific
information.
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displayed with an option to update it. Press Y to update the serial number.
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procedure.
Attention:
If an interruption occurs during a Flash/BIOS upgrade, the BIOS might be left in an
unusable state. The Boot Block jumper enables you to restart the system and recover the
BIOS.
board layout" on page 39 or the label inside the computer for more information.