BIOS version 1.70 for Satellite P55/S55/S55t (PSKJJx/PSKJSx/PSKJWx/PSPMEx)



File: skjjv170.exe




Version: 1.70
 
Posted Date: 2014-07-02

 

Release Date: 2014-04-22

 

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Package
WinRAR self-extracting ZIP file includes both Windows-based and diskette based BIOS update installation options. See the included documentation for details.
Description

    Release Notes

  • For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 8 or 8.1 models: (1) Shut down the system while pressing the SHIFT key to completely power off. (2) Power on while pressing F2 to enter the BIOS Setup menu. (3) From the Security tab set the "Secure Boot" setting to "Disabled". (4) From the Advanced tab, enter "System Configuration" then set the Boot Mode to "CSM Boot" if the option is available. (5) Press F10 to save and exit. (6) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM. (7) Type UBIOS at the prompt then press Enter. (7) After the BIOS update has completed, restore the BIOS settings that were changed.
  • Note: The BIOS Launcher "CD_ROM Installation" option may not automatically proceed to burn the CD-ROM in Windows 8. If this occurs navigate to the directory named after the BIOS filename in the root directory of the C-Drive (ex. C:\skgjv130), and manually burn the CD-ROM from the disc image (ISO) file.
  • For CD-ROM BIOS updates in Windows 7 models: (1) Boot from the BIOS CD-ROM. (2) Type UBIOS at the prompt then press Enter.
  • For all updates: The BIOS update will force the computer to shut down or restart. Please make sure to save all work in progress before starting BIOS updates.
  • Power on the computer if it is off.
  • While the "TOSHIBA" logo is displayed, press the F2 function key to start BIOS Setup.
  • Check the version of BIOS and press the F9 function key then Enter to load setup defaults.
  • Press the F10 function key then Enter to save settings and exit. The computer will automatically reboot.

Change History

    Version 1.70 - 2014-04-22
    • Updated: Management Engine (ME) firmware to version 8.1.52.1496.
    Version 1.60 - 2014-01-10
    • Modified: ECO charge spec.
    • Modified: EC to wake up periodically in DC mode.
    • Modified: Battery-off function is not supported in DC mode.
    Version 1.50 - 2013-11-11
    • Implemented a new BIOS Spec (V1.5.8) to meet the Advanced Boot requirement.
    Version 1.40 - 2013-09-06
    • Updated: ME F/W to version 8.1.51.1471.
    • Fixed: TMS fails intermittently after waking from Sleep on Windows 8.1 systems.
    • Added: Wireless LED ON/OFF support in Windows 8.1.
    • Fixed: System Configuration Utility (SCU) ESC and Enter help bar text is still in English even after changing the SCU language to JP/FR.
    Version 1.30 - 2013-06-17
    • Fixed: ECO consumption is displayed as a straight line when PeakShift is enabled in AC mode on Windows 7 systems.
    • Made a change to prevent system hangs when an external USB HDD, with an HDD password set, is connected.
    • Made a change to improve an issue where Bluetooth is lost after rebooting on Windows 7 systems.
    • Added: Keyboard backlight function support for HWSetup.
    Version 1.20 - 2013-05-12
    • Fixed: Function Key mode can be effected without restarting in Windows 7.
    • Added: Verb-table to support the new Harman Kardon Blade II speaker.
    Version 1.10 - 2013-05-03
    • Enabled: Compatibility Revision ID (CRID).
    • Fixed: Wireless LED is always on after waking from Sleep on WLAN-only systems (i.e. no Bluetooth).
    • Fixed: F11 Flashcard will not auto disappear in Windows 7.
    • Added: CDP and External Display support in HWSetup in Windows 7.
    Version 1.00 - 2013-04-12
    • Initial production BIOS for these models.
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