ACPI Flash BIOS version 3.50 Tecra A11/M11 PTSE0U/E1U/E3U, PTME0U/E1U/E3U

Package
WinRAR self-extracting ZIP file includes both Windows-based and diskette based BIOS update installation options. See the included documentation for details.
Description

Change History

    Version 3.50 - 2013-01-08
    • Fixed: Computer will not boot when a unique PCI express card is connected.
    • Fixed: Display processing in Windows 8.
    Version 3.40 - 2012-06-08
    • Improved docker control.
    • Fixed: Hangs at the TOSHIBA Logo when connected to a specific express card.
    • Initial production BIOS release for these models.
    Version 3.30 - 2012-01-16
    • Implemented the Intel specification for Intel Chipsets to improve stability. (Note: After updating to BIOS 3.30, downgrading to earlier versions will not be possible.)
    • Improved the BitLocker function - a BitLocker message was displayed after resuming from Hibernation.
    • Implemented a fix for an issue where the BIOS password cannot be entered when configured as follows: 1. Wired USB keyboard is connected to the port replicator. 2. Wireless USB mouse is connected to a computer USB port. 3. Computer is docked to the port replicator.
    • Improved: Dock power control while powered off to improve stability.
    • Improved: Local Boot processing from Linux PXE servers.
    • Improved: Control of TPM on Intel TXT enabled systems.
    • Implemented a fix for an issue where the BIOS password can't be entered with some USB keyboards.
    • Fixed: If the computer is undocked from the port replicator while transitioning to a sleep (Sx) state then re-docked, the computer cannot detect the port replicator after it is powered on.
    • Improved the "eco Utility" power consumption accuracy.
    • Fixed: TPM in the BIOS Setup menu is not restricted using User Policy.
    Version 3.20 - 2011-06-30
    • Added a function to write SMBIOS on 64-bit operating systems.
    • Optimized the method to read the UUID.
    Version 3.10 - 2011-05-25
    • Improved: Remote PC keyboard and mouse control cannot be performed using the AMT KVM function.
    Version 2.90 - 2010-12-14
    • Improved battery management.
    • Improved DeployCenter 5.5 recovery speed.
    • Added support for the McAfee Endpoint Encryption eToken.
    • Added support for the Paragon Backup & Recovery Suite.
    • Improved docker feature behavior - addresses missing Undock Start Menu option in Windows 7.
    • Added support for 2011 non-Windows models.
    • Implemented the INTEL specification for the Intel 5 Series Chipset to improve stability.
    • Implemented the INTEL specification for the Intel Core i7/i5/i3 Mobile Processor Series to improve stability.
    Version 2.70 - 2010-11-15
    • Improved USB device recognition.
    • Fixed: Audio skips when Eco mode is on during DVD video playback in Windows Vista.
    • EC-1.90: Modified: BIOS BootBlock does not update when BIOS is updated.
    Version 2.60 - 2010-08-17
    • Fixed: The system may hang-up when an Expresscard is connected.
    • Provided an interface in BIOS Setup to select the NumLock status while booting up.
    • Fixed: May take long time to boot if a USB device (Black berry 9700) is connected to the system.
    • Fixed: Booting a PCDOS GhostCD (v11.0.2) will cause a "Boot Failure" message.
    • Optimized the condition when booting from a USB stick - addresses a USB stick boot issue when "USB-FDD Legacy Emulation" is enabled.
    Version 2.50 - 2010-06-30
    • Improved: Symantec Ghost V11.5.1 hangs if the system boots from an ODD, or USB memory.
    • Improved: PXE boot menu can not be retrieved from the PXE server.
    • Improved: No log-on screen on an external monitor after standby and hibernation.
    • Implemented the Intel specification for the Intel Core i5/i3 Mobile Processor Series to improve stability.
    • Improved boot time.
    • Improved: Acceleration sensor calibration errors. (EC-1.80)
    Version 2.30 - 2010-06-23
    • Added support for the K0 stepping CPU.
    Version 2.20 - 2010-05-13
    • Improved: System hang with no display occurs when target system BIOS Setup is started using Hitachi JP1 AMT management software.
    • Optimized docking control on Windows XP - An error message may be displayed if the following actions are performed - PC is placed in S4 (Hibernation), PC is docked, PC is powered on by pressing the power button or Hot-docked, Eject & Sleep is selected from the Start Menu, PC is undocked during S4, and the PC is powered on by pressing the Power Button.
    • The thermal parameters were changed for the Tecra M11 3G model.
    • Optimized USB Legacy control - If an external USB HDD is connected to the left-side USB port, the system may continually reboot.
    • EC 1.70: Optimized USB wake-up control - If the system is put in an S3 state (Standby) and the mouse button is clicked continuously, the system may automatically reboot.
    Version 2.00 - 2010-04-09
    • Optimized the HDD password control for Compatibility Mode.
    • Optimized the docking control for Windows 7.
    • Improved the battery charge function while the battery has a very small amount of remaining capacity.
    Version 1.90 - 2010-03-31
    • Optimized the display control on Intel Graphics controller models with Windows XP.
    Version 1.70 - 2010-03-18
    • Fixed: An Unexpected Pop-up of PC Health Monitor may occur.
    • Fixed: Bootup speed is slower when a DVD is in the optical disk drive (ODD).
    • Changed the boot function so that a user can not use F12 boot if a supervisor password is enabled.
    Version 1.60 - 2010-02-19
    • Fixed: An unexpected pop-up of PC Health Monitor may occur.
    • Fixed: Bootup speed is slow when a DVD is in the ODD.
    Version 1.50 - 2010-02-09
    • Added support for Arrandale Reference Code 1.30.
    • Added support for Ibek-Peak Sighting #3622166.
    • Improved: May not boot from certain USB memory devices.
    Version 1.40 - 2010-01-05
    • Initial production BIOS for these models.
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