HP xw8600 Hardware Setup Manual page 15

3 Go to the DKU_
<version_number>
represents the version of the DKU. For example:
cd /mnt/cdrom/DKU_3.5.0/Utils/BIOS
TIP If the DKU has already been installed on the workstation, you can access its contents in the
/usr/discreet/DKU directory, without having to use the application DVD.
Each platform supported by the version of your Visual Effects, Finishing, and Colour Grading application
has its own directory that contains an .iso file.
NOTE For more information about updating the BIOS on your workstation, refer to the README file also
located in the platform's directory.
4 Type:
cd <platform>
5 Burn the .iso file onto a CD and place it in the DVD-ROM drive on the workstation.
6 Reboot the workstation and press F10 to enter the system BIOS.
7 Optional: Press F8 to select a language.
8 Select File | Flash System ROM.
The Select a Drive dialog box appears.
9 Select CD-ROM and press F10 to confirm.
10 Select the .bin file.
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The Flash System ROM confirmation dialog box appears.
11 Press F10 to confirm.
12 Press any key.
A message stating that the system ROM flash was successful appears.
13 Verify system BIOS settings. See
14 Select File | Save Changes and Exit.
Checking Your System BIOS Settings
Before installing your operating system, use the following table to validate your BIOS settings.
WARNING If SATA emulation is not set up correctly, you will need to reinstall Red Hat Linux.
The following table lists the proper Autodesk certified BIOS settings. Items not listed are set to their default
factory settings.
BIOS Menu Item
Storage Storage Options, SATA Emulation
Boot Order, Hard Drive
Boot Order
/Utils/BIOS directory on the DVD, where
Checking Your System BIOS Settings
<version_number>
on page 9.
Value
Separate IDE Controller
Integrated SATA
Integrated IDE
Optical Drive
USB Device
System BIOS | 9