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BW-userx 02-11-2016 07:34 AM
quick question: BIOS FLASHING what is the key thing?
 
the question is the gargon that is being used here, is USB key the same thing as a USB Stick?


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ROMPaq for HP Notebook System BIOS - FreeDOS Bootable Media VERSION: F.0F

TITLE: ROMPaq for HP Notebook System BIOS - FreeDOS Bootable Media
VERSION: F.0F
DESCRIPTION:

This package enables the creation of a bootable CD or USB key that can be used to locally restore or upgrade the System BIOS in the supported notebook/laptop models with a 68PCU or 68PCD Family ROM.

NOTE: If using a USB key, insert ONLY the USB key that will be used to format and create the bootable BIOS upgrade USB media. Remove all unused USB keys and flash drives from the notebook/laptop.

NOTE: To determine the ROM family and ROM date, press F10 on the target
notebook/laptop during startup to run the Setup Utility, and then view File/System Information.

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DavidMcCann 02-11-2016 11:25 AM
According to Wikipedia, yes. Here's their list of synonyms.
http://dispenser.homenet.org/~dispen...SB_flash_drive

Personally, I'd say the key thing about BIOS flashing is never to do it unless absolutely unavoidable!

BW-userx 02-11-2016 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by DavidMcCann (Post 5498657)
According to Wikipedia, yes. Here's their list of synonyms.
http://dispenser.homenet.org/~dispen...SB_flash_drive

Personally, I'd say the key thing about BIOS flashing is never to do it unless absolutely unavoidable!
flashing BIOS in linux when the other flash options are windows programs?

jefro 02-11-2016 02:58 PM
Generally it isn't a great idea to flash bios unless the change log for it has a direct relationship to your problem. Don't do it just because....ever. As you can see it uses FreeDOS so you don't have to mess with linux.


Sounds like they offer a way to make a flash dive.
If you wish to use a usb stick or usb flash drive then consider trying Rufus maybe if official way doesn't work. It may be possible to use ultimate boot cd also on a flash drive.

BW-userx 02-11-2016 05:12 PM
I have a good understanding of Flashing BIOS and when. I was mearly asking about the gargon. thanks ;)

jefro 02-11-2016 08:21 PM
Thanks for the solution and update.

I'll ask... what could be a usb stick if it wasn't a usb flash?

Jokingly it could be a branch cut to fit the usb port.

BW-userx 02-12-2016 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by jefro (Post 5498929)
Thanks for the solution and update.

I'll ask... what could be a usb stick if it wasn't a usb flash?

Jokingly it could be a branch cut to fit the usb port.
That's Jargon 4 ya ~ yep good Ole' Jaron...

Hey you be a good boy and go and fetch me a USB Stick , would ya?

USB Flash Jargon

on the, theirs no harm in asking platform.
it's better to be safe then sorry.
Proverbs

jefro 02-12-2016 08:22 PM
haha :)

Flash the wonder dog.


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