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Using the BIOS Setup Utility 3-27
Updating the BIOS
The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s Flash ROM. As indicated in this
chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure your system’s software and
hardware features. Use the BIOS Update Diskette, for your specific model, only, to
update your NEC Versa system BIOS.
Note
You only need to update the BIOS if NECC makes significant improvements
or fixes to the current system BIOS. Your authorized NECC dealer or NECC Support
Services representative can help you determine this.
To update the system BIOS you must:
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Obtain the BIOS Update
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Prepare the BIOS Update Diskette
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Perform the BIOS Update
Obtaining the BIOS Update
If you are informed that the default BIOS needs an update contact the NECC Support
Services at (800) 632-4525, Fax (801) 981-3133, or access the web site, www.nec-
computers.com to obtain a copy of the BIOS update.
Note
If you purchased and are using this computer outside the U.S. or Canada,
please contact a local NECC or dealer in your country.
Preparing the BIOS Update Diskette
Before using the BIOS update diskette you must make the diskette BIOS flash ready.
Refer to the readme.txt file on the diskette before using the diskette.
Follow these instructions to prepare the BIOS Update Diskette.
1.
Scan your hard drive for any computer viruses.
2.
Enable the diskette for write access.
3.
Insert the diskette into the diskette drive.
4.
Type a:install at the DOS prompt and follow the on-screen instructions.
Install.bat copies the DOS system files from your hard drive onto the BIOS Update
Diskette to make it BIOS flash ready.
The system prompts you when the process is complete.