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Answer» I just read about something called 'BIOS Flashing'. Somewhere in a document I read that BIOS flashing increases stability of the system. OK, but how do I create a CD Boot Disk? This question you just asked makes it even clearer to me that you don't need to attempt a flash. In my earlier days I RUINED 2 computers doing this. I know how to do it correctly now,but rarely even think about it. I also found your flash to be downloadable,and can be installed within windows without rebooting during install,or needing a bootable CD. The reference also,goes to flash utility F.22---not F.14 you better be sure. LookHere Many expensive paperwieghts have been created by an incorrect flash. You've been warned.Examining what a BIOS upgrade actually accomplishes would be a good idea before even considering an upgrade. Travel to your MOBO manufacturer's website and find out if an BIOS upgrade is available. If one is listed there should be a change log that describes what have been changed. Based on this it's easier to decide if an upgrade is a good idea. If you need to identify what version your BIOS firmware currently is, give CPU-Z a try. The BIOS version should be listed under the mainboard tab.Quote from: street1 on October 13, 2007, 05:36:32 AM The reference also,goes to flash utility F.22---not F.14 you better be sure. Well when I searched the Compaq website for Compaq Presario M2000, I got dozens of results. I just picked out Compaq Presario M2000 Notebook PC. What was I suppose to choose?Mainboard tab of CPU-Z: BIOS Brand: Hewlett-Packard Version: F.14 Date: 01/28/2005 Motherboard Manufacturer: Quanta Model: 09EC Chipset: Intel i855GM/GME Rev. A2 Southbridge: Intel 82801DB (ICH4-M) LPCIO: NSQuote What was I suppose to choose? This is a prime example of what can go wrong...Luckily, I didn't flash the BIOS, I downloaded F.22 !! I will be more careful in the future... |
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