X230T BIOS Update v2.03 failing - Win8

Conditions: Fresh install of win 8 on a brand new X230T. Win 8 x64, Secure Boot enabled, UEFI, updated BIOS from original win7 installation to 2.01, running from mSATA SSD
Problem: BIOS update utility from support.lenovo.com v2.03 fails to flash BIOS
Problem details:
OS = Windows 8 64bit
Driver Loading....Done
System BIOS Version -> GCET61WW
Applying BIOS Version -> GCET63WW
Keep the custom start up image of the system.
System EC Version -> GCHT21WW
Applying EC Version -> GCHT21WW
AC adapter/Battery check....OK.
BIOS Flashing....
The number of retries of BIOS update = 1
The number of retries of BIOS update = 2
The number of retries of BIOS update = 3Failed.
Error : Fail to do module option.
Error code = 211
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Update: SOLVED
IF the coice is made to KEEP the custom startup image the flash will fail.
Choosing NO doesn't create any issue and can be easily flashed.
Solution for Lenovo would be to either:
1. clarify the meaning of startup image OR
2. remove the option altogether

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