Vista - Sp41414

**coolnewyorker** · 12-02-2008

I stumbled upon a file SP41414. I opened it and Insyde Flash installation window popped up warning that I am about to start BIOS update. I exited hurriedly because I have zero clue what it was.

Who knows?

**Brink** · 12-02-2008

It sounds like it was the BIOS flash utilty program for you HP computer's motherboard.

**coolnewyorker** · 12-03-2008

Should I flash?

**mansrm81** · 12-03-2008

Here is what is fixed in the BIOS update.

Enhancements:

Adds a feature to the Setup Utility that enables users to stop testing during the Memory Test by pressing the ESC key.

Fixes an intermittent issue where the notebook may hang (stop responding) if the F9 hotkey is pressed to load a default value in the "Main" page of the "Diagnostic Logs" sub-menu.

Fixes an intermittent issue where the notebook may hang (stop responding) when upgrading the BIOS version.

Fixes an issue where there is a delay of two to four seconds after pressing the notebook power button before the notebook actually powers on.

**Brink** · 12-03-2008

Quote: Originally Posted by coolnewyorker

Should I flash?

Only if you are comfortable doing it, and if the issues that mansrm81 listed are something you need fixed.

Be warned though. One mistake while flashing your BIOS can render your motherboard dead and useless.

**smarteyeball** · 12-03-2008

Quote: Originally Posted by coolnewyorker

Should I flash?

Only if you can afford the fine

Seriously, if you don't have any problems, it's not imperative to update your BIOS.

12-02-2008	#1 (permalink)
coolnewyorker Vista Home Premium 64 bit 355 posts	Sp41414 I stumbled upon a file SP41414. I opened it and Insyde Flash installation window popped up warning that I am about to start BIOS update. I exited hurriedly because I have zero clue what it was. Who knows?
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12-02-2008	#2 (permalink)
Brink Vista x64 Ultimate SP2, Windows 7 Ultimate x64 25,993 posts	Re: Sp41414 It sounds like it was the BIOS flash utilty program for you HP computer's motherboard.
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12-03-2008	#3 (permalink)
coolnewyorker Vista Home Premium 64 bit 355 posts	Re: Sp41414 Should I flash?
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12-03-2008	#4 (permalink)
mansrm81 Vista Ultimate 64bit SP2/ 1,864 posts	Re: Sp41414 Here is what is fixed in the BIOS update. Enhancements: Adds a feature to the Setup Utility that enables users to stop testing during the Memory Test by pressing the ESC key. Fixes an intermittent issue where the notebook may hang (stop responding) if the F9 hotkey is pressed to load a default value in the "Main" page of the "Diagnostic Logs" sub-menu. Fixes an intermittent issue where the notebook may hang (stop responding) when upgrading the BIOS version. Fixes an issue where there is a delay of two to four seconds after pressing the notebook power button before the notebook actually powers on.
My System Specs

12-03-2008	#5 (permalink)
Brink Vista x64 Ultimate SP2, Windows 7 Ultimate x64 25,993 posts	Re: Sp41414 Quote: Originally Posted by coolnewyorker Should I flash? Only if you are comfortable doing it, and if the issues that mansrm81 listed are something you need fixed. Be warned though. One mistake while flashing your BIOS can render your motherboard dead and useless.
My System Specs

12-03-2008	#6 (permalink)
smarteyeball Vista Ultimate SP2 x64 : Seven Ultimate x64 1,688 posts	Re: Sp41414 Quote: Originally Posted by coolnewyorker Should I flash? Only if you can afford the fine Seriously, if you don't have any problems, it's not imperative to update your BIOS.
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