CHANGES IN THIS RELEASE

Version 2.67

[Important updates]

- Security fix addresses LEN-8324 System Management Mode (SMM) BIOS Vulnerability

and some security fixes.

(Note)

If the UEFI BIOS has been updated to version 2.67 or higher, it is no longer

able to roll back to the version before 2.67 for security improvement.

[New functions or enhancements]

- Updated the Diagnostics module to version 2.09.09.

Manual Update

This section assumes to use Internet Explorer and Windows Explorer.

Downloading file

1. Click once on the underlined file name. Once this is done, some pop-up

windows will appear.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen.

3. In the window to choose Run or Save, click Save.

4. Choose the folder you would like to download the file to and click Save.

A different window will appear and the download will begin and complete.

Once the download has completed, there may or may not be a message stating

that the download completed successfully.

Extracting file

5. Make sure to be logged on with an administrator account on the target

computer.

6. Make sure the AC adapter is firmly connected to the target computer.

7. Locate the folder where the file was downloaded.

8. Locate the file that was downloaded and double-click it.

9. Follow the instructions on the screen.

10. In the Select Destination Location window, click Next. If you would like to

select a different folder, click Browse.

11. In the Ready to Install window, click Install. All the necessary files will

be extracted to the folder selected in the step 10.

Updating the UEFI BIOS

12. Make sure the checkbox next to "Install ..... now" is checked and click

Finish.

13. Follow the instructions on the screen.

14. Select 'Update ThinkPad BIOS' and follow the instructions on the screen.

15. After the update has been completed, the program shows a message 'Flash

Update has been successfully completed...'. Follow the instructions on the

screen to restart the computer.

Note:

If it is the first time to apply the UEFI BIOS Version 2.04 (G4ET62WW) or

higher, you should do the following procedure. This is needed only once.

About BIOS Update Utility:

Applying a new BIOS version can bring various fixes, add new features, or improve existing ones; however, this action is very risky and should be carefully carried out in a steady power environment (such as the one ensured by a UPS unit), and only when it is really needed.

Moreover, it is recommended that the BIOS be upgraded by someone who has the ability to use advanced system features. It can also be fulfilled by a regular user as well, but at their own risk.

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a highly important piece of software that loads the currently installed operating system and tests all hardware components – so make sure you flash it correctly.

When it comes to changing the BIOS version, the update utility searches for a compatible package in any given location or on the web and, if found, it will automatically install the desired build, if and when your approval is given.

Do take into account that failing to perform the installation could seriously damage your system, and the faulty BIOS might even render it unusable.

Therefore, if you intend to upgrade your BIOS, hit the download button, get and install the package, and run the utility to check if a newer version is available. Don’t forget to check with our website as often as possible to be up to date with the latest releases.