Hot Flashing Guide Rev. 2.0 (2004)
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- BIOS can be updated by downloading a new image from the manufacturer and flashing it into the Flash ROM chip.
- Flashing the BIOS refers to writing new BIOS software to the chip using a flash utility.
- Hot flashing involves swapping BIOS chips while the system is running to revive a corrupted BIOS.
- Hot flashing is used when the computer cannot boot due to a corrupted BIOS, using another computer to boot and update the chip.
- Risks include hardware damage and electrocution, but it can save time and money compared to sending the motherboard to the manufacturer.