T500 BIOS flash failed

Hi
I was flashing BIOS on my T500 (from Windows 7 x64) and it failed.
Now the machine does not boot at all... When it's powered up, it starts beeping (one long, two short beeps).
But If there is a flash drive inserved, it wont beep at all.
Is there a way to restore the BIOS? - I read about BIOS crisis recovery, but can not find a way to activate this mode. The warranty expired a month ago, so I cant just go to the service center...
Any help is greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
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