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I saw another thread when I searched this and found I'm not the only one, sorry to say but I see an RMA in my future. My Commando bit the dust,,,, I wish this warning were stickied here, it would have saved me an RMA.
EDIT-
Be sure to read the posts below, rgallant has found more in regard to these procedures. This is a topic I would encourage an able minded geek to research and write a guide. As I'm far too lazy and ignorant I encourage my fellow geeks to take up this challenge, any takers?
(copied from Asus forums)
Posted:2/15/2007 10:35:00 PM
EZ Flash 2 ? the best, the safest and the most convenient way to update BIOS.
Revised August 24, 2007.
Updating BIOS is serious business!
Every precaution should be taken to prevent that anything goes wrong. Above all: DO NOT USE ASUS UPDATE!!! AFUDOS is the only good alternative to EZ Flash 2.
Note: All what's said below about BIOS Defaults also applies to the other BIOS update utilities (ASUS Update and AFUDOS)!
EZ Flash 2 is a built-in function of BIOS. It is the safest way to update BIOS, because one is not dependent on any operating system, applications, internet connection, firewall settings, antivirus or anything else that can put the vital BIOS update at risk.
On a new build, the BIOS can be updated to the latest version before installation of the operating system, which may possibly make the installation go smoother and safer.
The system must never be overclocked during the BIOS update! Always load BIOS Defaults. (If your memory sticks should need more than 1.8V to boot, then set the required Memory Voltage after loading BIOS Defaults). Save the settings (press <F10>).
When these instructions are carefully followed, there will be no need for a CLRTC.
Preparation:
1.Document all your preferred BIOS settings (the ones you have set yourself).
2.Download the BIOS file, which normally is compressed (zipped).
3.Unzip the BIOS file to a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB Flash Disk [or Floppy Disk or IDE CD-ROM]. If the unzipped BIOS file is named like e.g. 'P5B-ASUS-Deluxe-1101.ROM', you can rename it to 'P5BD1101.ROM'. Otherwise a truncated name will appear as 'P5B-AS~1.ROM' due to a limitation of max 8 characters in the filename (8.3).
Upgrade:
1.Reboot.
2.Press (tap) <Del> during POST to enter BIOS Setup.
3.Load BIOS Defaults (press <F5>).
4.Insert the USB Flash Disk containing the BIOS file P5BDxxxx.ROM
5.Save and Exit <F10>. (BIOS will now restart).
6.During BIOS restart, press <Del> to enter BIOS Setup again.
7.Under Tools menu, select ASUS EZ Flash 2. It may take 20 seconds for the drives to show up. Select a drive in the left pane <Tab>. Use <Up> and <Down> arrows and <Enter> to select. If you don't see the BIOS file in the right pane, check on the other drives. Note that the drive letters are not the same as in Windows (no HDD's are shown here).
8.Select the BIOS file (e.g. P5BD1101.ROM) and press <Enter> to start flashing. Supervise the update, which includes the following parts: Erasing - Flashing (writing) - Verification. When the update is ready, BIOS will automatically restart.
9.Disconnect the USB Flash Disk before/during the restart.
10.Load BIOS Defaults <F5> again.
11.Reinsert your preferred BIOS settings - if you are using AHCI or RAID mode, don't forget to set 'Configure SATA as' to [AHCI / RAID]. Also remember the settings for the JMicron Controller, Audio and also Memory Voltage. Check also that the Boot Device Priority is ok.
12.Save and Exit <F10>.
13.Press <Del> to enter BIOS Setup and make a final check that all BIOS settings are ok. Save any changes.
In case of a new build:
When BIOS is updated to the latest version, and prior to the installation of the operating system, run Memtest86+ (v1.70 or later) for a few hours to check that the memory test doesn't report any errors.
There are downloads for bootable Floppy Disk, USB Flash Disk and CD-ROM (ISO).
EDIT-
Be sure to read the posts below, rgallant has found more in regard to these procedures. This is a topic I would encourage an able minded geek to research and write a guide. As I'm far too lazy and ignorant I encourage my fellow geeks to take up this challenge, any takers?
(copied from Asus forums)
Posted:2/15/2007 10:35:00 PM
EZ Flash 2 ? the best, the safest and the most convenient way to update BIOS.
Revised August 24, 2007.
Updating BIOS is serious business!
Every precaution should be taken to prevent that anything goes wrong. Above all: DO NOT USE ASUS UPDATE!!! AFUDOS is the only good alternative to EZ Flash 2.
Note: All what's said below about BIOS Defaults also applies to the other BIOS update utilities (ASUS Update and AFUDOS)!
EZ Flash 2 is a built-in function of BIOS. It is the safest way to update BIOS, because one is not dependent on any operating system, applications, internet connection, firewall settings, antivirus or anything else that can put the vital BIOS update at risk.
On a new build, the BIOS can be updated to the latest version before installation of the operating system, which may possibly make the installation go smoother and safer.
The system must never be overclocked during the BIOS update! Always load BIOS Defaults. (If your memory sticks should need more than 1.8V to boot, then set the required Memory Voltage after loading BIOS Defaults). Save the settings (press <F10>).
When these instructions are carefully followed, there will be no need for a CLRTC.
Preparation:
1.Document all your preferred BIOS settings (the ones you have set yourself).
2.Download the BIOS file, which normally is compressed (zipped).
3.Unzip the BIOS file to a FAT/FAT32 formatted USB Flash Disk [or Floppy Disk or IDE CD-ROM]. If the unzipped BIOS file is named like e.g. 'P5B-ASUS-Deluxe-1101.ROM', you can rename it to 'P5BD1101.ROM'. Otherwise a truncated name will appear as 'P5B-AS~1.ROM' due to a limitation of max 8 characters in the filename (8.3).
Upgrade:
1.Reboot.
2.Press (tap) <Del> during POST to enter BIOS Setup.
3.Load BIOS Defaults (press <F5>).
4.Insert the USB Flash Disk containing the BIOS file P5BDxxxx.ROM
5.Save and Exit <F10>. (BIOS will now restart).
6.During BIOS restart, press <Del> to enter BIOS Setup again.
7.Under Tools menu, select ASUS EZ Flash 2. It may take 20 seconds for the drives to show up. Select a drive in the left pane <Tab>. Use <Up> and <Down> arrows and <Enter> to select. If you don't see the BIOS file in the right pane, check on the other drives. Note that the drive letters are not the same as in Windows (no HDD's are shown here).
8.Select the BIOS file (e.g. P5BD1101.ROM) and press <Enter> to start flashing. Supervise the update, which includes the following parts: Erasing - Flashing (writing) - Verification. When the update is ready, BIOS will automatically restart.
9.Disconnect the USB Flash Disk before/during the restart.
10.Load BIOS Defaults <F5> again.
11.Reinsert your preferred BIOS settings - if you are using AHCI or RAID mode, don't forget to set 'Configure SATA as' to [AHCI / RAID]. Also remember the settings for the JMicron Controller, Audio and also Memory Voltage. Check also that the Boot Device Priority is ok.
12.Save and Exit <F10>.
13.Press <Del> to enter BIOS Setup and make a final check that all BIOS settings are ok. Save any changes.
In case of a new build:
When BIOS is updated to the latest version, and prior to the installation of the operating system, run Memtest86+ (v1.70 or later) for a few hours to check that the memory test doesn't report any errors.
There are downloads for bootable Floppy Disk, USB Flash Disk and CD-ROM (ISO).