Adaptec 44300 Computer Drive User Manual


 
D
Using the AFU for DOS
In this chapter...
Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 71
Running the AFU from the GUI............................................................................................ 71
Running the AFU from the Command Line......................................................................... 72
AFU Command Line – Step-by-Step .................................................................................... 75
This chapter describes how to use the Adaptec Flash Utility (AFU), a text-based DOS utility
that you can use to update, save, or verify the HostRAID controller’s firmware BIOS.
Caution:
Although the AFU contains safeguards to prevent you from accidentally damaging
your HostRAID controller’s flash contents, it is still important to use the AFU carefully and
correctly to avoid rendering your HostRAID controller inoperable. Adaptec recommends that
only advanced users familiar with working in DOS use the AFU. For more information, see
Managing Your Storage Space on page 41.
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