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    This document provides instructions for updating the BIOS for various Toshiba Satellite models to version 1.40. It describes downloading an executable file or booting from a CD-ROM to perform the BIOS update, which will restart the computer. The document warns that a power loss during the update could damage the existing BIOS and provides recovery instructions. It also lists several CD burning applications that can be used to create a bootable CD from the included ISO image file to perform the update.

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    This document provides instructions for updating the BIOS for various Toshiba Satellite models to version 1.40. It describes downloading an executable file or booting from a CD-ROM to perform the BIOS update, which will restart the computer. The document warns that a power loss during the update could damage the existing BIOS and provides recovery instructions. It also lists several CD burning applications that can be used to create a bootable CD from the included ISO image file to perform the update.

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    README.

    TXT 2015-01-12 CDC


    BIOS version 1.40 for Satellite C4x-B/L4x-B/S4x-B
    (PSCJWx/PSKQ8x/PSKQAx/PSKQEx/PSPN2x/PSPN4x)
    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

    This BIOS is applicable to the following models:

    o All models having part numbers beginning with "PSCJWU", "PSKQ8M",


    "PSKQ8P", "PSKQ8U", "PSKQAP", "PSKQEP", "PSPN2M", "PSPN2P", "PSPN2U",
    "PSPN4M", "PSPN4P", or "PSPN4U".

    For purposes of this document, the term "Satellite E45"


    is used to generically refer to all of the models listed above.
    o For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 8 models: (1) Shut down the system
    while pressing the SHIFT key to completely power off. (2) Power on while
    pressing F2 to enter the BIOS Setup Menu. (3) From the Security tab and
    set the "Secure Boot" setting to "Disabled". (4) From the Advanced tab,
    enter "System Configuration" and set the Boot Mode to "CSM Boot" if the
    option is available. (5) Press F10 to save and exit. (6) Boot from the
    BIOS CD-ROM then type UBIOS at the prompt. (7) After the BIOS update has
    completed, restore the BIOS settings that were changed.
    o For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 7 models: Type UBIOS then press enter
    at the prompt.
    o For all updates: The BIOS update will force the computer to shut down
    or restart. Please make sure to save all work in progress before
    starting BIOS updates.
    o Power on the computer if it is off.
    o While the "TOSHIBA" logo is displayed, press the F2 function key to
    start BIOS Setup.
    o Check the version of BIOS and press the F9 function key then Enter to
    load setup defaults.
    o Press the F10 function key then Enter to save settings and exit. The
    computer will automatically reboot.

    -------------------------------------------
    This archive contains the following files:
    -------------------------------------------

    README.TXT Installation/usage instructions in ASCII text format


    3480d140.exe Self-extracting diskette image of BIOS install diskette
    os2015003a_140.exeWindows-installed BIOS package
    LAUNCHER.EXE BIOS Installation Launcher application. The Launcher
    displays a Windows dialog from which you can choose a BIOS
    installation option appropriate for your system and Windows
    version. There are various other files in support of the
    BIOS Installation Launcher which are not listed here.
    os2015003a_140.isoISO Image of bootable BIOS Installation CD-ROM
    See instructions below regarding the use of this image

    ********************** CAUTION! *********************************************


    *****************************************************************************

    During the upgrading of your computers BIOS, if the computer loses power or
    fails to complete the process of upgrading the BIOS, the existing BIOS in
    the computer may become damaged. Toshiba HIGHLY recommends that the computer
    is powered via the AC adapter during the entire BIOS update process.

    In the event of a power loss during the BIOS update process, the BIOS Key
    Installation Method, described below, can sometimes be used to recover from
    the failure. If it does not, you'll need to have your computer serviced by a
    Toshiba Authorized Service Provider (ASP). You can select an ASP in your
    area at http://pcrepair.toshiba.com

    Toshiba also recommends that you disconnect all peripheral devices from your
    computer before you perform the BIOS update. Peripheral devices include, but
    are not limited to, docking devices (Desk Stations, port replicators), PCMCIA
    and CardBus cards, USB and IEEE 1394 devices, printers, scanners, digital
    cameras, etc.

    On some models, it is not unusual to see a CMOS checksum error when you first
    reboot the computer after installing the new BIOS. If you see this message
    on your screen, press F1 as instructed. This displays the "TSETUP" screen.
    Press <End> to save the CMOS data. You won't see the CMOS checksum error
    again.

    *****************************************************************************

    -------------------------------
    BIOS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
    -------------------------------

    There are two options for installing this BIOS release:

    1) From within Windows NT-based operating systems (7, Vista, XP, etc) using
    the Windows-based BIOS installer.

    2) From the bootable BIOS installation CD-ROM

    -----------------------------------------------
    1) INSTALLATION FROM WITHIN WINDOWS NT/2000/XP/Vista/7
    -----------------------------------------------

    This release offers the option to install the BIOS directly from within
    Windows NT-based operating systems. To do so, simply select the 'Windows
    Installation' option from the Launcher menu, and click 'Ok'.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS INSTALLATION METHOD


    Please close all programs before executing the Windows NT-based installer.

    Due to the somewhat increased risk of errors updating the BIOS from within
    Windows (as compared to using the boot diskette method), it is HIGHLY
    recommended that the computer be connected to AC power via the AC adapter,
    and that the power-save mode is set to 'Full Power' or the equivalent while
    installing the BIOS.

    The Windows NT-based BIOS installer, os2015003a_140.exe, will install the flash
    BIOS when run under Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista,
    or Windows 7.

    The Windows NT-based installer requires Administrator priveleges on the


    target system, and, for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, requires that the Toshiba
    Value-added Logic Device driver (TVALD, or ACPI common modules) be installed
    and working.

    Windows 95, 98, and Me are not supported. If executed under Windows 9x/Me,
    the Launcher will not offer the option to install from within Windows.

    ---------------------------------------------------
    2) BOOT CD-ROM INSTALLATION METHOD
    ---------------------------------------------------
    If your Toshiba PC is equipped with a bootable CD-ROM device (CD-ROM,
    DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, DVD-Multi, etc.), and you have access to a CD writer
    (burner, either installed in your Toshiba PC or in another PC), you can create
    a bootable BIOS installation CD-ROM using the ISO CD image, os2015003a_140.iso,
    provided in this distribution.

    If you have CD burning software on your computer, chances are good it has set
    itself up as the default handler for ISO CD-ROM images. If this is the case,
    the option to create the bootable CD-ROM from the BIOS Launcher, will launch
    your CD burning software, ready to burn the ISO image to CD. If your software
    hasn't set itself up as the default handler for ISO images, we'll recognize
    that fact, and let you know.

    Once you create the bootable CD-ROM, simply boot your computer from the
    resulting CD. To boot from CD, you can either hold down the "C" key while
    you turn your computer on, or you can use HWSetup to change the boot priority
    so the CD drive boots before the HDD.

    Note, if your CD burner supports it, you can use a rewritable CD (CD-RW) disc
    to create the bootable BIOS installation CD-ROM. Be sure to erase the
    rewritable disc (if it has data on it) before you proceed. Once you are
    finished updating your system's DMI values, you can erase and re-use the
    rewritable disc.

    IMPORTANT NOTE: Creating the bootable BIOS installation CD requires a specific


    set of steps that is unique to each CD authoring application.
    You cannot simply copy the ISO image to a blank CD and expect
    to be able to boot from it.

    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Here are brief instructions for creating a CD from the ISO image using widely
    available software.
    -----------------------------------------------------------------------------

    * Roxio Easy CD Creator:


    Easy CD Creator 5, bundled with some Toshiba PCs, allows you to initiate
    the ISO image to CD burning process by simply double-clicking the .ISO file
    in Windows Explorer. Simply browse to the folder into which you downloaded
    the ISO image file and double-click to launch Easy CD Creator. Then put a
    blank CD-R media in your drive and click on the 'Record' button to begin
    creating the CD.

    Information about Easy CD Creator is available at http://www.roxio.com

    * Nero:
    Nero 6 is available for download as a fully-functional demo. Nero can be
    used to create a CD from your ISO image using either of the two following
    techniques:

    o In Nero Burning ROM go to menu option 'Recorder --> Burn Image' and
    navigate to the drive/folder containing the ISO image you wish to
    burn to CD.

    o In Nero Express select the option for 'Disc Image or Saved Project'
    to select the ISO image file and burn to CD.

    More information about Nero 6 and a downloadable demo is available at


    http://www.nero.com

    Drag 'n Drop CD:


    The Drag 'n Drop CD application bundled with some Toshiba PC models does not
    support creating a CD from an ISO image. You'll need to use a different CD
    burning application. If Roxio Easy CD Creator (see above) is not on your PC,
    one application that can be used with Windows XP is Alex Feinman's free "ISO
    Recorder Power Toy". This software allows you to right-click on .iso files and
    use Windows XP's built-in CD writing wizard to create CDs from ISO image files.

    Information about the ISO Recorder Power Toy is available at


    http://isorecorder.alexfeinman.com/isorecorder.htm

    Note: Information about non-bundled software is provided "for your


    information". Toshiba neither recommends nor supports software that
    is not bundled with our computers or purchased from toshibadirect.com.

    --------------------------------------
    CHANGE HISTORY for Satellite E45
    --------------------------------------

    Version 1.40 2014-12-26


    o Fixed: When a specific recovery image DVD is used, the system will
    display a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) after clicking the FINISH button
    in WinPE.
    o Fixed: The Bluetooth icon will disappear when Bluetooth is switched on
    and off several times on Intel WLAN/BT combo card SKUs.

    Version 1.30 2014-09-30


    o Updated: EC Firmware version 1.10 to implement the Power Log function.

    Version 1.20 2014-08-25


    o Updated: Intel CPU Microcode.
    o Fixed: Keyboard backlight time cannot be changed in HWsetup.
    o Added: Options to show the Network Device and CD/DVD Drive in the
    Windows RE UI through PC Settings.

    Version 1.10 2014-07-29


    o Fixed: The Optical Disk Drive (ODD) option is displayed in Boot, and
    BIOS Settings on computers without an ODD.
    o Fixed: The system cannot recover using an external ODD.
    o Fixed: "Boot Menu" and "BIOS Access Rights" are displayed to Users
    without Supervisor privileges in BIOS Setup.
    o Fixed: A Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) occurs during Toshiba System
    Settings, Boot Option changes.
    o Fixed: The keyboard backlight state in the eco utility does not match
    the actual backlight state when the eco level is changed.
    o Fixed: The backlight time setting displays the wrong help string.
    o Fixed: 'USB Legacy Support' appears in the System Setting utility.
    o Updated: USB 2.0 Port 0 and Port 1 are routed to EHCI.

    Version 1.00 2014-04-01


    o Initial production BIOS for these models.

    **end**

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