Performing The Bios Update - NEC Versa FXi Series Service And Reference Manual

Note
The system memory expansion slots are also located here. Therefore, if you need to
install/replace SO-DIMM modules, you might want to do so while the system is already
disassembled.
5. Replace the memory module bay cover and screw.
Turn over the system.
6.
7. Follow the instructions later in this chapter, "Performing the BIOS Update."

Performing the BIOS Update

Follow these steps to perform the BIOS update.
1. Make sure that the computer is operating under AC power and that the power is off. Insert
the BIOS Update diskette into the floppy diskette drive.
Power on the computer with the diskette in the floppy diskette drive. The computer boots
2.
and automatically loads the utility. Read the message that displays and follow the
instructions.
Press
3. Enter
The utility checks the currently installed BIOS version and the diskette's BIOS version. The
Main menu appears.
Use the arrow keys to highlight the "Display BIOS Version" option on the Main Menu. Use
4.
this option to check the currently installed BIOS version and the version of the new
replacement BIOS.
Press any key to return to the Main menu.
Highlight the "Install New BIOS" option and press
5.
Press and then press
6. Y
the diskette from the floppy drive.
Remove the diskette and press any key to continue. The utility updates the BIOS.
7.
BIOS flash switch enabled
Dip switches 2, 3, 4, and 5 set to "On
to continue.
. After a brief pause, a message appears telling you to remove
Enter
.
Enter
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