Gateway 9715 - Manual (Page 164)

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Updating the BIOS
3
Remove the jumper across pins 1-2 of jumper J4A3, then place the jumper across
pins 2-3.
4
Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 72 .
5
Insert a DOS-bootable CD (SCCD or current SUP CD) into the CD drive or a
DOS-bootable USB disk-on-key containing a valid BIOS image into a USB port. For more
information on creating a current SUP CD, see
“Creating a DOS-bootable System
Update Package (SUP) CD” on page 42 .
6
Reconnect the power cords and turn on the server. The BIOS recovery is initiated.
While the BIOS is being recovered, the monitor displays a blue screen and the server
will beep continually. The process is complete when the server stops beeping.
7
Remove the bootable USB disk-on-key or CD.
8
Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cords and all other cables connected
to the server.
9
Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 66 .
10
Place the jumper back onto pins 1-2.
Important
The new flash BIOS image will not fit on a diskette.
J8C1 J8C2 J8C3
FRB3
Disable
BMC
Reset
FWHID
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