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    ACER ASPIRE 5720Z Guide to flashing bios?

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by beccaaa, Jun 10, 2009.

  1. beccaaa

    beccaaa Newbie

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    Hello!

    I've recently been plagued with overheating problems with my notebook and after doing a little research, it seems that a BIOS upgrade is needed to fix the problem.

    However, after reading the numerous other threads on failed bios updates and the the like, I'm a bit wary of carrying out the flash.

    Could someone help me out with a guide of how to flash the bios as safely as possible, as I've been unable to find a proper step-by-step guide to help me out.

    I'm (sadly) running Windows Vista Home Premium SP2 and the model of notebook is the Acer Aspire 5720Z.

    Please help me out guys!

    Thanks,

    Becca :eek:
     
    beccaaa, Jun 10, 2009
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  2. ATG

    ATG 2x4 Super Moderator

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    Here are my tips&thoughts:

    http://global-download.acer.com/GDF...re&Step3=Aspire 5720Z&OS=V10&LC=en&SC=EMEA_27

    By the way your laptop may be overheating for more trivial reason like dust. I'd give it a good clean before trying a BIOS update.
     
    ATG, Jun 10, 2009
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