Correct procedure to update Embedded Controller Programme - T43

Dear Forum,
Could somebody please describe the best way to safely update 'Embedded Controller Programme' in a T43?
- The computer is a Thinkpad T43 1871 PM1 machine
- BIOS Version is 1.29
- Embedded Controller Version is 1.03
- Apparently this is the correct current Embedded Controller Version http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-59439
- Should I boot the machine into safe mode rather than regular startup?
- Should I deactivate my firewall (PCTools), my anti-virus (Avast) and Malwarebytes from running at startup before I shut my machine down?
- Are there any other specific programmes I need to shut down? (eg. IBM Access or any of the IBM updates?)
- Does the controller update require internet access? Or should I also disconnect the computer from the web?
Thank you!! :-)
Harryredknapp

Hi Harry,
There is no need to boot the machine in Safe Mode, and yes it would be good idea to deactivate your firewall and antivirus products for the time being while the controller program is being updated.
When I run BIOS update, I don't turn off any Thinkvantage tools so in my experience they don't interfere with the update process, and as far as I know the controller program doesn't require internet access (if you're doing manual update from the setup saved on your thinkpad).
Hope it helps.
Maliha (I don't work for lenovo)
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