Intel SR1530CL User Guide - Page 41

Key to Press Table 3. Setup Menu Key Use Description Save and Exit - Pressing the key causes the following message to appear: Setup Confirmation Save Configuration changes and exit now? [Yes] [No] If "Yes" is selected and the key is pressed, all changes are saved and Setup is exited. If "No" is selected and the key is pressed, or the key is pressed, the user is returned to where they were before was pressed without affecting any existing values. Upgrading the BIOS The upgrade utility allows you to upgrade the BIOS in flash memory. The code and data in the upgrade file include the following: • On-board system BIOS, including the recovery code, BIOS Setup Utility, and strings. • On-board video BIOS, and other option ROMs for devices embedded on the server board. • OEM binary area • Microcode • A way to change the BIOS language Preparing for the Upgrade The steps below explain how to prepare to upgrade the BIOS, including how to record the current BIOS settings and how to obtain the upgrade utility. Note: In the unlikely event that a BIOS error occurs during the BIOS update process, a recovery process may need to be followed to return the system to service. See "Server System References" on page ix for a link to necessary software and instrutions. Recording the Current BIOS Settings 1. Boot the computer and press when you see the message: Press Key if you want to run SETUP 2. Write down the current settings in the BIOS Setup program. Note: Do not skip step 2. You will need these settings to configure your server at the end of the procedure. Server System User Guide 19