NEC L320 - Manual (Page 71)

3-28 Using the BIOS Setup Utility
T Switch 6, PIN Security mode — The default setting is “OFF.” The system ships
without a Personal Security code, but with the PIN security option enabled. This
means you can boot the system without a PIN if a PIN has yet to be set, or boot the
system with a PIN if the password has been set.
Note If you set a Personal Security code and forget the code, call NEC Computers
Support Services at 1-800-632-4525 for information about how to reset the code.
T Switch 7, Reserved for Factory Use — The default setting is “OFF.” (For U.S.)
T Switch 8, RTC Reset — The default setting is “OFF.”
Updating the BIOS
The BIOS is code transmitted onto your system’s microprocessor, or central processing
unit (CPU). As indicated in this chapter, you use the BIOS Setup utility to configure
your system’s software and hardware features. Only use the BIOS Update Diskette for
your specific model to update your NEC Versa system BIOS.
Note You only need to update the BIOS if NEC Computers makes significant
improvements or fixes to the current system BIOS. Your authorized NEC Computers
dealer or support representative can help you determine this.
To update the system BIOS you must:
T Obtain the BIOS Update
T Prepare the BIOS Update Diskette
T Perform the BIOS Update.
Obtaining the BIOS Update
If you are informed that the default BIOS needs an update, contact NEC Computers
Support Services at
1-800-632-4525 or access the NEC Computers web site,
www.neccomp.com , to obtain a copy of the BIOS update.
Note If you purchased and are using this computer outside the U.S. or Canada,
please contact a local NEC office or dealer in your country.