Add-on modules / Upgrading
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BIOS update
When should a BIOS update be carried out?
Fujitsu Siemens Computers makes new BIOS versions available to ensure compatibility to new
operating systems, new software or new hardware. In addition, new BIOS functions can also be
integrated.
A BIOS update should always also be carried out when a problem exists that cannot be solved with
new drivers or new software.
Where can I obtain BIOS updates?
The BIOS updates are available on the Internet at www.fujitsu-siemens.de/mainboards.
How does a BIOS update work?
You have two ways of doing this:
1. BIOS update under DOS with bootable BIOS update floppy disk - brief description
Ê Download the update file from out website to your PC.
Ê Insert an empty floppy disk (1.44 MB).
Ê Run the update file (e.g. 1522103.EXE).
Ê A bootable update floppy disk is created. Leave this floppy disk in the drive.
Ê Restart the PC.
Ê Follow the instructions on screen.
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Detailed information on the BIOS update under DOS is provided in the manual on "BIOS
Setup" ("Drivers & Utilities" CD).
2. BIOS update under Windows with DeskFlash utility
A BIOS update can also be carried out directly under Windows with the DeskFlash utility. DeskFlash
is located on the "Drivers & Utilities" CD (from CD version 2001.05 with DeskView
OEM
V5.0). In the
“Readme” file in the subfolder DeskFlash you will find the installation instructions for DeskFlash.
Further information on DeskFlash is provided in the file "DeskView.PDF" and in the DeskView
OEM
online help.