How to repair BIOS

Laptop Compaq Presario CQ61 doesn't start. Screen is dark.Caps lock and Numlock blink two times. It means BIOS is corrupted. Is it possible to recover BIOS?

BIOS don't go bad on it's own. Sounds like the BIOS is working by producing the LED flash code. I would definately spend my time looking for other causes for that flash code and your model.

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Any Expert idea how to repair BIOS on Envy DV7-7223CL having continuous CapsLock Blinking?

I have a Envy DV7-7223CL laptop (Product no. C2N67UA with AMD A8-4500M cpu and 8GB RAM) running Win8 which was working fine, The day windows was updating the system while the battery was out and it was conected to charger only, Then the power got disconnected and laptop went dead in middle of update!!
When I try to restart the laptop the system stucks in blank screen and can't open the BIOS page or go to BIOS recovery using "Windows+B" combination.
From signs that I see and HP support pages I read and tried I'm almost sure that the BIOS has got corrupted ...
Now the symptoms after powering up: Power button remains ON, Caps-lock LED keeps flashing (Non-Stop continuous), HDD and System Fan running, Blank Screen with absoultely nothing on display.
What I've tried:
1- Disconnecting HDD, ReSeating and removing memory modules, forcing power off by holding power button,
2- Following all steps shown in:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&dlc=en&docname=c02693833&lc=en&product=5406925&tmp...
Though I'm 100% sure that I haven't deleted the factory set HP_TOOLS partition on the HDD (The laptop was recently reset to factory settings using Recovery Partition) but still system can't get into BIOS Recovery screen using Win+B
3- As last resort I've been trying to recover BIOS using external USB storage: I downloaded and ran the HP UEFI Support Environment for my laptop (which is sp63599.exe), It Created the folders "BIOSUpdate" & "SystemDiags" folders within "Hewlett-Packard" folder on flash drive with all required files inside, It also creates BIOS folder which has 3 empty folders (Current, New, Previous) inside. I believe these folders should contain the BIOS files that system will read automatically and flash to BIOS.
So I followed the steps in the link below:
http://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Other-Notebook-PC-Questions/How-to-use-the-HP-BIOS-update-uefi-utility/...
And downloaded the oldest version of BIOS for my laptop (F.13 - sp58982) then extracted the 0182D.BIN file using WinRar out of this file. Then I downloaded the latest version of "phoenixtool250" and fed this 0182D.BIN file to it trying to get out the Decrypted file .dec and signature file .sig, But out of surprize the program tells that the BIN file "is not a Phoenix/Dell/Insyde/EFI BIOS",
So it couldn't proceed and no .sig & .dec file produced!! I tried this program with F.21 & F.23 version of BIOS files for my model but no luck.
I tried this program with .BIN files for other HP models (i.e. DV7-4120er) and it works fine giving the required .sig & .dec files.
So now questions are:
A) Why the system can't recover BIOS fro HP_TOOLS partition on my HDD by using Windows+B combination? Does it mean that partition is currupted too? Or is there any other way to initiate it?
B) How can I get out the .sig & .dec files from the BIOS .BIN files of my model (F.13-sp58982, F21-sp60074, F23-sp63517)? Is there any other program rather than "phoenixtool" to do this? Or is the BIOS chip on this model of HP is completely different brand & type (None of Phoenix/Dell/Insyde/EFI BIOS)?
C) If anyone happen to have this model (DV7-7223CL with HP_TOOLS partition still on their HDD I'll appreciate if could copy & send me the *.BIN & *.SIG files, I think it will solve my problem
Please help me ASAP to solve this problem as I need this laptop for my work, I appreciate feedback and hints that you may have tried or discovered solving this problem.
PS: I tried to copy *.BIN & *.SIG files of "HP DV6-7138us" which I found through a thread to mimic the system and see if it reads the files from USB flash, But nothing happen and I even don't see the USB stick light blink or turn on during boot with Win+B pressed, So does it mean my system doesn't or couldn't even read the USB drive? Or simply it does check the USB drive but ignores it as the *.bin & *.sig files not matching what the system expects to find?

Hi Chien8,
Thanks for thoughts, I've read that article and tried creating the USB BIOS recovery disk,
But the problem as I've explained on item 3 of my above post is that the HP BIOS packages available in HP Support website only includes the *.BIN files, and no *.SIG files as told by many HP Experts that is required for laptop to read the recovery BIOS info from USB stick.
So now the question is how or where to get the *.SIG file for my model!!!
HP's following link only gives general info on using a USB key to recover BIOS, But not accurate details and working details on how to prepare that USB disk!! Because the procedure explained only makes the template of the BIOS disk but doesn't write any BIOS files (*.BIN, *.SIG, etc. ) on the disk:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&dlc=en&docname=c02693833&lc=en&product=5312229&tmp...
HP should seriously revise & complete this link

How to downgrade BIOS on Tecra S11 - annoying CPU

I have a BIOS which is "solve" the High pitched noise problem about the i5 CPU.
But I have the latest BIOS and since then I cannot downgrade to the older BIOS that "solves" the problem.
*My question is how to downgrade BIOS?*
Because I will not send my Toshiba to RMA any more because they will not repair it!!!
My Tecra S11 went to RMA 2 and 2 different Toshiba authorized service partner for about 1 month. None of them repaired my laptop! Most annoying thing is that hungarian services are absolute useless!! I have a 2 year old issue with the CPU high pitched noise.
They did not replaced the faulty CPU, they replaced the motherboard!!! for no reason. OMG!
Be very careful when you buy Toshiba laptop in Hungary, and its not the Toshiba's fault but the authorized service partners!!
Please Toshiba do something!

Hi
I assume youve got a Tecra S11 PTSE3E
The BIOS for Tecra S11 is compatible with Tecra M11 and Tecra A11
On the Toshiba USA driver page you can find all BIOS versions
The BIOS for Tecra A11-S3541 PTSE3U series should be compatible with Tecra S11 PTSE3E series.
http://www.csd.toshiba.com/cgi-bin/tais/support/jsp/home.jsp
Choose Tecra A11-S3541 and download the BIOS version you want to install.
Unzip the package and check the readme.txt
There you can find info how to flash the BIOS using tradition BIOS version.
I think the win-based BIOS version would not function because youve got already the newest BIOS version installed.
But in my opinion you should not downgrade the BIOS because it looks like many fixes has been added to the new version

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Sticky - 2) How to Flash Bios NVidia 64 & Award Bios - More Detail

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Warning Flashing the bios can be bad for your PC's Health
DISCLAIMER:
This is a work-in-progress, not all solutions are "confirmed", use info at your own risk
Not all topics are covered, only stuff that keeps reapering in questions, or are thought to be important.
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Resources:-
Floppy Images - Boot Disc.com
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Bios Saviour - RD1 Model Selection Sheet
SST 49LF040A LPC /3.3V - PMC4 For Neo3 250 & Neo4 (Thanks Arioch )
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MSI - Bios Recovery
Syar - Bios Recovery & Checksum Error
BIOS FAQ - How can you recover a corrupt BIOS ?
Bios recovery the dirty
way
Saving MurdoK's Bios - Syar
Offers Reprogramming/Replacement service - Cheaper than new mobo. Can't vouch for non uk service not used them. (1st off search engine)
EU Recoverybios.com
UK BiosflashUK
US Badflash.com
How to Flash MSI Guides.
There are different ways to flash the bios but to keep things simple will concentrate on the MSI Official methods :-
1) Award Flash BIOS Procedure 98/ME
This method assumes access to hd formatted using FAT32 & therefore readable by DOS.
2) Flashing the BIOS for Users using NON FAT file system
For use with Linux based & NTFS File systems - HD Not readable from DOS. Using this procedure the the files are copied to the virtual drive before running the flash utility. So the flash effectively is all done in memory.
This will be the method used by the majority of us. So:-
Follow the instructions in the last link (Thanks Bas)
The details below are additional checks/notes referring to the steps in Bas's guide, which may be useful.
Essential
2) Know Your model number - Is of increased Importance for NEO4 users - We have already seen instances of this.
5-1) Ensure you have a Boot Floppy with CD suport (this creates the Virtual drive used in the process) If you haven't got such
a boot disc see BootrDisc.com link in Rescources.
5-2) B4 booting floppy - Enter Bios & Load Optimised Defaults - To ensure that bios is returned to stock & any overclocking is
turned off.
7) If you miss the ramdrive letter the last DOS message will show your CD drive letter. The Ramdrive is the letter preceeding
the CD Drive. EG CD = D Ramdrive = C
Optional - Gives better control of procedure
11) Use of Switch command options with AWFL833C.EXE /py/sn/wb/cc/cd/cp/r TargetBios.file
Personnaly I use the switches as does Syar :-
Per Syar2003 Iv'e always used :
AWFL833D W7030NMS.xxx /py/sn/wb/cc/cd/cp/r
or
AWFL833D W7030NMS.xxx /py/sn/wb/cc/cd/cp/f/r
And a hard reset with jumper when done .
For a more detailed explanation of switches see :-
Syar's Bios Switch Explained
or Syar's Bios Collection - Flashing.txt
See Also Using a Batch File to Automate bios flash
12) after flash , enter Bios & load optimized defaults , then save + exit with no other change .
That way you have a fresh system with a fresh non problematic dmi-pool and user settings .
After this Enter Bios & Re-enter your custom settings.
From Syar - Which one do I do first?
Thanks to Bas & Syar for the majority of info in this guide

How to Flash Bios NVidia 64 & Award Bios
General:-
How to Flash Bios NVidia 64 & Award Bios
Warning Flashing the bios can be bad for your PC's Health
DISCLAIMER:
This is a work-in-progress, not all solutions are "confirmed", use info at your own risk
Not all topics are covered, only stuff that keeps reapering in questions, or are thought to be important.
Before going ahead checkout When and how to update your BIOS
Note: Like reseting CMOS Flashing Bios will clear all any changes you made in bios & will need to be re-entered - see 12) below. So Make sure you remember/ make a note of them.
FLASH PREPARATION
Always Load Optimised defaults & Save b4 flashing - NEVER FLASH When running an OC or Unstable.
If you need to flash & are worried about stability - run with a single module & test it it memtest 1st.
FLASH METHODS
1) Winflash (Syar2003) -
Winflash is safe to use if your windows and pc is stable .
How to get it Download & install MSI Live Update. Winflash is located "C:\Program Files\MSI\Live Update 3\FlashUty\Award
And as with dos flash reset bios and any overclocking to "load optimized bios default" + save, before and after flashing.
After winflash is finished it ask if you want to reboot - answer no , and shutdown (turn off) windows/pc instead .
After that disconnect the PSU's AC and reset the cmos with the jumper on the board .
This is how I use it , - safest way .
Note ! Place checkmarks on bootblock / dmi area /update all /reset cmos
Using Winflash - Syar2003's GuideWinflash
2) MSI Guides for flashing using a floppy
2 Flavours depending on OS the majority of us use the 2nd as dos floppies can't read a NTDS partition.
2-1) Award Flash BIOS Procedure 98/ME
This method assumes access to hd formatted using FAT32 & therefore readable by DOS.
2-2) Flashing the BIOS for Users using NON FAT file system
For use with Linux based & NTFS File systems - HD Not readable from DOS. Using this procedure the the files are copied to the virtual drive before running the flash utility. So the flash effectively is all done in memory.
2) How to Flash Bios NVidia 64 & Award Bios - More Detail
Resources:-
Floppy Images - Boot Disc.com
Simply insert Floppy & run downloaded Exe file.
Bios Saviour
IOSS Bios Saviour RD1-PMC4
Bios Saviour - RD1 Model Selection Sheet
SST 49LF040A LPC /3.3V - PMC4 For Neo3 250 & Neo4 (Thanks Arioch )
Recovery:-
MSI - Bios Recovery
BIOS FAQ - How can you recover a corrupt BIOS ?
Bios recovery the dirty
way
Saving MurdoK's Bios - Syar
Offers Reprogramming/Replacement service - Cheaper than new mobo. Can't vouch for non uk service not used them. (1st off search engine)
EU Recoverybios.com
UK BiosflashUK
US Badflash.com
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How to repair corrupted xp files with the Toshiba recovery dvd pkg

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As your notebook is a business class machine, security is more stringent - the password is stored in non-volatile memory and there are no 'backdoor' passwords. Your best option would be to contact HP regarding this.
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Just got this laptop.
Can't enter BIOS. NO F1-F12 keys.
On start up, it just gives Lenovo splash screen then boots windows 8. I am clicking F1 (also tried FN+F1) and nothing happens.
How to enter bios...
Thank you
Solved!
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Hi jimmyr, welcome to the forum.
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How to repair Open Directory after Changing your Server's Hostname (see separate post)
Problem:
I had to change our server's hostname from a private hostname (server.name.private) to a public hostname (name.dyndns.org).
Procedure:
1. Precautions:
Since I was anticipating major dramas I tested the change of hostname on a clone ( I used Super Duper, and I very strongly advise everybody to heed this warning because a change of hostname will corrupt your server services, in particular Open Directory)
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I was about to give up when I read the posts on this page and I entered the Terminal commands
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I had not much hope when I set about to re-create the OD Master from the Server App.
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Final touch: re-import the user accounts.
Epilogue:
I woud not have been able to fix this issue had not so many others shared their experience and the working solution.
(Refer : https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3219325?start=0&tstart=0 )
Thank you all !
Let's hope that Apple will fix this annoying issue in the next server update.
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Please try clearing the security cache
http://www.sharepointanalysthq.com/2014/05/active-directory-groups-and-sharepoint-security/
https://sergeluca.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/sharepoint-2013-use-ag-groups-yes-butdont-forget-the-security-token-caching-logontokencacheexpirationwindow-and-windowstokenlifetime/
http://webactivedirectory.com/active-directory/windows-active-directory-cached-user-credentials/
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This topic has been moved to AMD64 nVidia Based board.
What we need - a guide on how to flash bios, setup bios, and raid

Like How to Flash Bios NVidia 64 & Award Bios
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BIOS Guides pretty complete as far as Neo3 250/Ultra but as none of the pps who have been involved in the stickies have neo4's that chipset is lacking.
Raid Guide
If any1 wants to re-write /update these please feel free to write up the topic as a new thread thread & if popular we can add a link to the thread.
Volunteers welcome

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How to enter BIOS settings on Equium L10?

Please can someone tell me what button i press too get into the bios setup at the start when i switch my pc on cos i have tried every thing, but nothing works.

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Every time when you switch the notebook ON you can see at the bottom left hand site the short instruction how to enter BIOS settings. In your case you must use F2 button. Please keep it down immediately after switching the notebook ON.
Generally the Toshiba notebooks are delivered with two different BIOS versions (BIOS producer):
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- Phoenix BIOS: enter using F2 button.
According the specification your unit has Phoenix BIOS.
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