[REQUEST] Thinkstation D20

[th2000125]

What are the EXACT file names of both the flashing utility and the BIOS image you are attempting to flash?

so there is BIOS.wph and phlash16.exe

[Sml6397]

Try using the following command:

phlash16 /P /MFG /C /X /B:BIOS.wph

With this command, you will not see the progression of the BIOS flash (the graphical output may be causing issues). The machine should reboot automatically. Wait at minimum 30-60 minutes if it does not (preferably longer).

[th2000125]

Running the command now Thanks for your help

[Sml6397]

No problem! Let me know if it works.

[th2000125]

How long should it take until it restarts? I can keep it on for 8 hours long if you like?

[th2000125]

I Will do hope Windows 98 can remain reliable as ever

[Sml6397]

It should only take 5-10 minutes, 15 max. I would still leave it on for much longer to be sure it isn't lagging. If you can, leaving it on for a few hours would definitely rule out lagging, although it is unlikely that this would be an issue.

[th2000125]

hmmm, well it is still going. Wondering if there is any security set to stop this kind of BIOS flashing? found this article https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/ht000618
there are loads of different files compared to the phlash16 I am using.
http://s27.postimg.org/7bud39q5v/orignal...tility.png

[Sml6397]

Version incompatibility is a very common issue.

Try running the WinPhlash utility.

[Sml6397]

Be sure that you do not have other programs running while using this program. You must be extra cautious when flashing the BIOS from Windows.