Intel SE7520JR2 - Manual (Page 36)

Server Utilities
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:
ƒ On-board system BIOS, including the recovery code, BIOS Setup Utility, and strings.
ƒ On-board video BIOS, SCSI BIOS, and other option ROMs for devices embedded on the server
board.
ƒ OEM binary area
ƒ Microcode
ƒ 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 instrutions.
Recording the Current BIOS Settings
1. Boot the computer and press when you see the message:
Press 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.
36