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File Description: Solo(r) 1200 BIOS
Revision: 27.02
Operating System: NA
Driver Part Number: 7511161
Date: 04/23/2002
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Table of Contents
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Overview
Identification
Installation
Troubleshooting
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Overview
These drivers only install and function correctly on a Solo 1200 portable computer with a chassis part number of 3501065, 3501066, 3501067, 3501068, 3501115, 3501123, 3501199, 3501200, 3501201, 3501202, 3501203, 3501204, 3501205, 3501206, 3501207, 3501208, 3501209, or 3501210. To identify your computer model, on the bottom of the computer look for a sticker with a number starting with 350. Verify that the number matches one of the required numbers to verify that this update is valid for your computer.
There are only two reasons to perform this BIOS flash:
1. If you are updating to a newer BIOS revision.
2. If a Gateway technician has told you to flash or reflash the computer.
Identification
To identify your computer model, check the bottom of the computer. The model type reads: Gateway Model no. 1200.
Installation
Follow these steps to flash or reflash the computer.
Download BIOS 27.02, from the Gateway Web site, and then click the 7511161.exe file to extract the BIOS files. The default download path is C:\cabs\7511161.
1. Copy the BIOS files from C:\cabs\7511161 to a bootable floppy disk.
2. Verify that the computer is plugged into the alternating current adapter.
3. Place the floppy disk in the floppy disk drive, and then restart the computer.
4. At the A:\ prompt, type: 270202.exe. Press the ENTER key to start the BIOS flash process.
Note: The program attempts to detect the computer type and install the appropriate BIOS. After the BIOS has been installed, the computer shuts down or restarts.
5. When the computer restarts, press the F2 key to enter the BIOS Setup utility. The "CMOS CHECKSUM INVALID, DEFAULT VALUES WILL BE LOADED" message is likely to appear.
6. Verify that any previously customized BIOS Setup utility settings are intact.
7. Move to the Exit menu screen, and then select Save Changes & Exit. Press ENTER, and then press ENTER again.
8. The computer restarts. Remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive.
Troubleshooting
If you have difficulties installing this BIOS, download the file again, and repeat the installation steps.
Reason for Release
This BIOS was released to allow for the correct recognition of 256MB of memory.
Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.