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Chapter 2: BIOS Information

2.1.1 Using ASUS EZ Flash to update the BIOS

The ASUS EZ Flash feature allows you to easily update the BIOS without having to

go through the long process of booting from a diskette and using a DOS-based

utility. The EZ Flash is built-in the BIOS firmware so it is accessible by simply

pressing <Alt> + <F2> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST).

Follow these steps to update the BIOS using ASUS EZ Flash.

1. Download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website (see ASUS contact

information on page x). Save the file to a floppy disk.

2. Reboot the computer.

3. To use EZ Flash, press <Alt> + <F2> during POST to display the following

screen.

4. Insert the disk that contains the new BIOS file into the floppy drive. You will

receive the error message,

“WARNING! Device not ready.” if you proceed to

step 5 without the disk in the drive.

ASUS EZ Flash V1.00

[Onboard BIOS Information]

BIOS Version : ASUS A7S266-VM/U2 BIOS Revision 1001 Beta

003

BIOS Model : A7S266-VM/U2

BIOS Built Date : 08/14/02

Please Enter File Name for NEW BIOS: _

*Note: EZ Flash will copy file from A:\, Press [ESC] to reboot

It is recommended that you save a copy of the motherboard’s original BIOS to

a bootable floppy disk in case you need to reinstall the original BIOS later.

Write down the BIOS file name on a piece of paper. You need to type the exact

BIOS file name at the EZ Flash screen.

The BIOS information in the above screen is for reference only. What you see

on your screen may not be exactly the same as shown.

2.1 Managing and Updating your BIOS