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Upgrading the BIOS
The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in flash memory. The code and data in
the upgrade file include the following:
On-board system BIOS, including the recovery code, BIOS Setup Utility, and strings.
On-board video BIOS, SCSI BIOS, and other option ROMs for devices embedded on
the server board.
OEM binary area
Microcode
A means to change the BIOS Language
Preparing for the Upgrade
The steps below explain how to prepare to upgrade the BIOS, including how to record the
current BIOS settings and how to obtain the upgrade utility.
NOTE
In the unlikely event that a BIOS error occurs during the BIOS update process, a recovery
process may need to be followed to return the system to service. See “
Additional
Information and Software
” for a link to necessary software and instructions.
Recording the Current BIOS Settings
1. Boot the computer and press <F2> when you see the message:
Press <F2> Key if you want to run SETUP
2. Write down the current settings in the BIOS Setup program.
NOTE
Do not skip step 2. You will need these settings to configure your
computer at the end of the procedure.
Obtaining the Upgrade
Download the BIOS image file to a temporary folder on your hard drive. See “Additional
Information and Software
” for a link to the update software.
NOTE
Review the instructions and release notes that are provided in the
readme file distributed with the BIOS image file before attempting a
BIOS upgrade. The release notes contain critical information
regarding jumper settings, specific fixes, or other information to
complete the upgrade.
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