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Updating the System BIOS
Your computer uses flash BIOS, which enables you to update the
BIOS easily from a floppy disk. If AST releases a BIOS update for
your computer, copy the disk image to your hard drive from
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The AST Online! BBS: See the customer service reference
that accompanied your computer for information on
contacting the BBS.
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The AST Web site:
http://www.ast.com/support/files.htm
Select BIOS under Portables to find the newest BIOS for
your computer.
Performing the BIOS Update
Before performing the BIOS update, please note the following
rules:
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Do not interrupt the power while updating the BIOS.
Interrupting the power may create a fatal error, causing
your computer to become inoperable once it has been
turned off. If the power is interrupted, turn off your
computer and call your authorized AST Service Center.
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If your computer is connected to a docking device,
disconnect it.
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Do not attempt a BIOS update unless the battery is fully
charged or the AC adapter is connected.
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Under the Boot menu in System Setup, set Diskette Drive
as the first boot device. (See “Boot Menu” on page 55 for
information on setting the option.)
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Write down your System Setup settings before you
perform a BIOS update. (See “Recording the Computer
Hardware Configuration” on page 105.)
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