Information and Instructions about this download file ======================= File Description: Gateway(r) M460 and Gateway 68XX series BIOS Version: 60.07.00 Operating System: Microsoft(r) Windows(r) XP Part Number: BIOS6007.exe Date: 04/11/2006 ======================= Table of Contents ======================= Overview Identification Installation Removal Troubleshooting Reason for Update Applicable Part Numbers ======================= Overview This is BIOS version 60.07.00 for Gateway M460 or Gateway 68XX Series notebook computers. The BIOS should be updated or flashed if: 1. A Gateway technician has told you to flash or re-flash the computer. 2. Your computer has demonstrated reasons for concern. If this is the case, please consult a Gateway technician. Identification If you have a Gateway M460 or Gateway 68XX series notebook computer, upgrade to this BIOS version. Installation Download the BIOS file to the desktop, and then perform the following steps. Note: This BIOS update runs in Windows. Before starting this procedure, close or disable all programs. This includes active anti-virus scans and programs in the systray. Close programs in the systray by right-clicking, or alternate-clicking, each icon, and then if available, clicking Disable, Exit, or Close. Because many programs can affect the way this flash is completed, it is critical that all programs are closed. 1. On your screen, double-click the downloaded BIOS update file, BIOS6007.exe. 2. The necessary files are self-extracted and copied into the C:\Cabs\BIOS6007 folder. 3. From the Start menu, point to All Programs, and then click WinPhlash. 4. In the Specify new BIOS file window, click Browse. Browse to C:\Cabs\BIOS6007\6007.WPH, and then click Flash BIOS. 5. After the BIOS has completed, click Reboot. Removal A computer must have a BIOS to operate. The BIOS cannot be removed after it has been updated. Troubleshooting If you are having trouble flashing the BIOS, try it again following the steps listed in this document. If this still fails, contact Gateway technical support. Reason for Update This update includes Update codes for TPM, Cardbus Video tuner delays, and supports CTRL+S keystrokes to enter LAN setup menus. Applicable Part Numbers Gateway M460: 2900714, 2900715, 2900716, 2900735, 2900754, 3400383, 3400384, 3400561, 3400563, 3400564, 3400565, 3401984, 3401985, 3401987, 3401986, 3401988, 3401989, 3501851, 3501852, 3501853, 3501992, 3501993, 3501994, 3501998, 3501999, QCD10MBZZZ06C8, QCD10MBZZZ06D6, QND10MBZZZ06C8, QND10MBZZZ06D6, QND10MBZZZ06E4, 2900728, 2900812, 2900817. Gateway 68XX Series: 5113, 5118Download 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.
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