Re: Update the BIOS

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In news:OFY8pgKSHHA.4188@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx,
kvin <kvin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wibbled
I want install windows 2000 Pro(currently win 98SE). Should I also
update the BIOS to a newer version? Motherboard is Chaintech
CT-6OJV2, BIOS type is: Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG

I have a driver's CD "Intel series" that went together with PC, and
that include an "AWARD BIOS Flash Utility", intended "to update the
BIOS to a newer version without changing components." I have no
installed it. Does it make any sence? I checked Award BIOS
manufacturer site and as I can see from they Award BIOS Upgrade
center, the BIOS upgrade is not free anymore:
http://www.esupport.com/global/upgrade.cfm
Should be BIOS updated after installing Windows 2000 or before?

thanks.


I would do it before you install W2K, but ... unless you have a problem with
your existing BIOS many are happy to leave well alone.

--
Steve Parry
www.gwynfryn.co.uk


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