Bricked x120e -- failed BIOS update

Hi,
I was trying to update the BIOS of my x120e (0596-2RU) from within Windows 7, it got stuck (no progress for more than half an hour), now the notebook is bricked (the screen won't turn on; there's no beeps, just the fan is turned on).
I believe I followed all the instructions (battery fully charged etc.), but the Customer Support here in Ireland says failed BIOS updates are not covered by warranty (contrary to what some people on these forums say).
What are my options now?
Thanks a lot!
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Hi rufus82,
I came across this thread that has answers for questions similar to the one you raised. Hope its of help.
http://forum.lenovo.com/t5/W-Series-ThinkPad-Laptops/Bios-Update-Fail-Under-Warranty-but-No-Support/...
As suggested by andyP, do contact support one more time.
regards
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