A BIOS update is a relative simple operation and can be carried out by most competent computer users. Note: The BIOS files are machine specific. Please take care - you have to use the correct Bios file for your machine Toshiba BIOS update: Prior to upgrading the BIOS please ensure the following: • Notebook is undocked.

• Notebook is connected to the mains. • Notebook must be in boot mode and not resume mode. • Remove any connected hardware like PC cards, USB devices. • Do not switch off during the BIOS update! Note: We recommend to print this manual before you start the BIOS update procedure, so it will be available during the update process because you don't have access to your OS during the update process. BIOS update process • Extract the downloaded BIOS zip file to a temorary extraction folder you should name e.g.

When it tells you to rewrite the CD thingie make sure you have Key 1 enabled as a certain key in the game, than hit ok.

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'BIOS' to get sure you will find the extracted BIOS update file. In this new created folder you should find only the extracted BIOS *.exe file. • Execute the extracted application (*exe) file in the temporary extraction folder. • The BIOS update process may look different if the update process did not match to the pictures below. • The following windows appears: • The current BIOS version and the version to install will be displayed. Click on ' Yes' to proceed.

• Read the text and click on ' OK' to proceed. • The BIOS update process starts. • When the update process is finished the system will restart automatically. • While Toshiba LOGO screen displays, press [ ESC] key to start BIOS setup menu. • Check time and date wether they are correct.

If no, they should be adjusted to the correct values. • Press [ Home] key and to set the BIOS to default settings.

Press [ End] key and to save the settings and exit. • Update process finished. Toshiba provides this information 'as is' without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Toshiba shall not be responsible for the topicality, correctness, completeness or quality of the information or software provided. Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by the use of any information or software provided, including information that is incomplete or incorrect. Any trademarks used herein belong to their respective owners.