Update the BIOS

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How do you update the BIOS?

Start up the system, there are BIOS code show on the screen such as 98023, 2K243 etc. Record it.
Please choose the appropriate file according to your motherboard model and version and download it.
There should be TWO files to preform the BIOS update:

BIOS Flash Utility

BIOS BIN File

Once you have extracted those files, please then boot your system from the floppy drive. The Boot Disk should not contain no CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT.

Type in the following command under DOS prompt (NOT under windows!!):

A:\>[executable file] [filename].bin

e.g. awdflash 2K215.bin

F791D 2K215.BIN

Reset your system AFTER flash process is completed & LOAD BIOS DEFAULT when you first restart the system.

If the "Part number doesn't match the system" appear on your screen when you update the Bios, it means the BIOS does NOT support your main board. In this case, you MUST STOP the update and verify the BIOS CODE/Model or contact our Technical Support for correct Bios version.

4. If everything seems to be fine but the BIN file is not written to the Chip, this is because the flash program detected the Check_Sum is the same.

To overcome this, use following command:

[executable file] [filename].bin /Sn /Py /F

Before you do so, please make sure that there is NO "Part number doesn't match the system" error on step #3.

5. If you are using the boot up disk created by Windows 95/98, press "shift+F5" in the boot up menu option to bypass the loading of all drivers and unnecessary programs for BIOS flash process.

If you still have problem to flash BIOS, we suggest you disconnect the hard drive and try again.

WARNING:

Please be careful during the process of re-flash, your computer may not be able to boot if you did not flash the BIOS properly

* Usually, the only reason to get a BIOS upgrade is to add support for a new form of hardware you are adding to your system (such as a new CPU) that is not supported by your current BIOS. In some instances, you may decide a BIOS upgrade is the best solution for an older BIOS that has a Year 2000 problem. Do not attempt to change your BIOS without consulting the manufacturer of the motherboard or computer, as they are the only ones who know your particular system's capabilities and what configurations have been tested. They also can supply the BIOS upgrade.

You should not upgrade the BIOS in an attempt to fix a software bug unless the motherboard manufacturer has identified the BIOS as the cause of the problem. The BIOS is the most tested and mature software running on your system. Most operating systems do not use the BIOS once the operating system is up and running (the BIOS is a Real Mode program, while most operating systems run in Protected Mode)

Where can I find the BIOS code?

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