IBM ThinkPad R50e October 8, 2004 ThinkPad BIOS Update Utility Version 1.19 (1WET63WW) ====================================================================== Notice: ------- - This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher). Obtain the additional package, Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher), and update the Embedded Controller Program in the system with it. - If you need to update Embedded Controller Program as well as the BIOS, update the BIOS first. - This program is language independent and can be used with any language system. What This Package Does ---------------------- This ThinkPad BIOS Update Utility updates the BIOS (system program) stored in the ThinkPad system to fix problems, add new functions, or expand functions as noted below. This release supports the following system: - ThinkPad R50e The supported operating systems are as follows: - Windows 2000 - Windows XP (Home Edition and Professional) To determine if you should update the BIOS, refer to the Summary of Changes section. To update the BIOS, refer to the Updating BIOS section. Released Versions ----------------- Where: BIOS version (BIOS internal ID) Description 1.01 (1WET42WW) Initial Release for ThinkPad R50e 1.02 (1WET46WW) Support for new models and problem fixes 1.03 (1WET47WW) Support for new models 1.08 (1WET52WW) A problem fix 1.16 (1WET60WW) Function enhancements and problem fixes 1.19 (1WET63WW) A problem fix Summary of Changes ------------------ Where: x.xx : BIOS version bbbbbbbb : BIOS internal ID which is for administrator purpose. (New) New Function or Enhancement (Fix) Correction to existing function <1.01 (1WET42WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.00. - (New) Support for ThinkPad R50e. <1.02 (1WET46WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.00. - (New) Support for new ThinkPad R50e models. (Models 1834-65C/66C/67C/74C/75C/76C) - (Fix) USB mass storage set by Startup menu of IBM BIOS Setup may not be booted on some Operating Systems other than Windows and DOS. - (Fix) Bootable CD may be booted slowly. <1.03 (1WET47WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher). - (New) Support for new ThinkPad R50e models announced in July 2004. - (New) Support for a new wireless adapter card for some models. <1.08 (1WET52WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher). - (Fix) Resuming normal operation from suspend mode may fail in the environment of low temperature (before or after 0 degree C). <1.16 - 1.16 (1WET60WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher). - (New) Support for a new option, "Require password after hibernate" in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. This added function enables and disables the power-on password prompt when returning from hibernation - (New) Support for a new function, "Timer Wake with Battery Operation" in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility. This added function enables and disables scheduled wake up events if the computer is not connected to the AC adapter. - (Fix) System may hang when the 3D screen saver is running for an extended period of time. - (Fix) After the battery life reaches an hour remaining, battery life may become very short if the AC adapter is removed from the computer in hibernation mode. <1.19 - 1.19 (1WET63WW)> Note: This BIOS version will only work with Embedded Controller Program Version 1.01 (or higher). - (Fix) The computer may be immediately powered off at the password prompt screen after returning from hibernation mode if the Power-on password is set and the "Require password after hibernate" option in the "IBM BIOS Setup Utility is set to Enabled. Updating BIOS ------------- Notes: - You need an AC adapter and a charged battery pack to update the BIOS. - If your computer is attached to any kind of docking station or port replicator, turn off the computer and detach it before proceeding. - Remove the Power-on password prior to updating the BIOS in RDM (Remote Deployment Manager) environment or similar environment. 1. Print these instructions or display on another computer. 2. Firmly connect the AC adapter to the computer. 3. Start Windows 2000/XP and logon with administrative privileges on the target computer. 4. Extract this package onto the hard disk drive. 5. Click the Start button, then click Run. 6. Specify the file name with the full path name where you extracted the package. (e.g. C:\Temp\xxxxxxxx.EXE) Then click OK. Hint: For unattended update, specify the file name with options "-s -a -s". (e.g. C:\Temp\xxxxxxxx.EXE -s -a -s) The BIOS is updated without any user interaction. 7. Follow the instructions on the screen. Depending on the operating system configuration, restarting the operating system and rerunning this BIOS update utility may be required. In this case, the following message will appear. "DeviceIoControl() returns 2 Please restart your operating system and execute the BIOS or Embedded Controller update utility again." Windows will shut down automatically and ThinkPad BIOS Update Utility screen appears. 8. Select Read this first from the menu and carefully read the information that appears. 9. Press the Esc key to return to the menu. 10. Select Update system program and follow the instruction on the screen. Warning: Do not turn off or suspend the computer until the update has been completed. IF YOU TURN OFF OR SUSPEND THE COMPUTER WHILE THE UPDATE IS STILL IN PROGRESS, THE SYSTEM BOARD MAY HAVE TO BE REPLACED. After the update has been completed, the system is automatically turned off. Initializing BIOS ----------------- In some cases, it may be a good idea to try BIOS initialization when you have some troubles. To initialize the BIOS settings; 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. While the "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button" message is displayed at the lower-left area of the screen, press the F1 key. The IBM BIOS Setup Utility menu will be displayed. If a password prompt appears, type the correct password. 4. Press F9 key to load default configuration. 5. Select Yes. 6. Press F10 key to save default configuration and exit. 7. Select Yes. After the initialization has been completed, the system restarts automatically. BIOS Information ---------------- Each version of the ThinkPad BIOS Update Utility contains the following BIOS. Also the supported versions of Embedded Controller Program are shown bellow. The versions of BIOS and Embedded Controller Program can be viewed by entering IBM BIOS Setup Utility. BIOS Version Embedded Controller (Internal ID) Program Version --------------- ------------------- 1.01 (1WET42WW) 1.00 1.02 (1WET46WW) 1.00 1.03 (1WET47WW) 1.01 (or higher) 1.08 (1WET52WW) 1.01 (or higher) 1.16 (1WET60WW) 1.01 (or higher) 1.19 (1WET63WW) 1.01 (or higher) To enter the IBM BIOS Setup Utility; 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 3. While the "To interrupt normal startup, press the blue Access IBM button" message is displayed at the lower-left area of the screen, press the F1 key. The IBM BIOS Setup Utility menu will be displayed. If a password prompt appears, type the correct password. 4. Check BIOS Version and Embedded Controller Version. 5. Turn off the computer. Memory Map Information ---------------------- Reserved Area: The following conventional memory addresses are reserved by BIOS and others. C0000-CCFFF : Reserved for Video BIOS CD000-CEFFF : Reserved for Option ROM of Ethernet DC000-DFFFF : Reserved for USB BIOS (*1) E0000-FFFFF : Reserved for System BIOS Note: *1: This area becomes free by disabling the USB BIOS Support option under Config and USB in IBM BIOS Setup Utility. Even if disabled, the USB devices work under the Windows environment. Usable Area: The following memory address can be used by the memory manager such as EMM386. CF000-DBFFF But certain addresses in this area will be reserved for CardBus Controllers or others by Operating Systems. The addresses vary and depend on the design of each Operating System. Trademarks ---------- * IBM and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation. * Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of others.