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USB BIOS Flashback

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2.3.10 USB BIOS Flashback USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to flash the BIOS. It allows overclockers to try new BIOS versions easily without having to enter their existing BIOS or operating system. Just plug in USB storage and push the dedicated button for 3 seconds, and the BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Worry-free overclocking for the ultimate convenience! 1. Download the BIOS ROM file from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com). Rename it P9X79.ROM, save the program to a USB portable disk, and place it in the root directory. 2. On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to the USB port with the WHITE interior. (See rectangle box in the image below) 3. Press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the light will begin to flash (on the third second). 4. The BIOS Flashback function is enabled once the light starts to flash. 5. The flashing rate of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed. 6. When the flashing light stop, the BIOS updating has been complete. Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process causing the system unable to reboot, please contact the local service station for help. Chapter 2 ASUS P9X79 2-43

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ASUS P9X79
2-43
Chapter 2
Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process
causing the system unable to reboot, please contact the local service station for help.
2.3.10
USB BIOS Flashback
USB BIOS Flashback offers the most convenient way to flash the BIOS. It allows overclockers
to try new BIOS versions easily without having to enter their existing BIOS or operating
system. Just plug in USB storage and push the dedicated button for 3 seconds, and the
BIOS is automatically flashed using standby power. Worry-free overclocking for the ultimate
convenience!
1.
Download the BIOS ROM file from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com). Rename
it P9X79.ROM, save the program to a USB portable disk, and place it in the root
directory.
2.
On the rear I/O port, plug the USB disk to the USB port with the WHITE interior. (See
rectangle box in the image below)
3.
Press the BIOS Flashback button for 3 seconds, and the light will begin to flash (on the
third second).
4.
The BIOS Flashback function is enabled once the light starts to flash.
5.
The flashing rate of the light signal accelerates along with the updating speed.
6.
When the flashing light stop, the BIOS updating has been complete.