
Extract the update file, rename the *.ROM to *.fd, and transfer to the USB flashdrive.Format a USB Flashdrive with fat32 filesystem.I'm following the steps established by user pyr0 in this thread years back, but modified for my model. However, I can't get it to flash from the bios file on the drive. I can power it on and I know that it can access the USB drive because the USB drive led blinks once during power on. On the Exit menu, press the Down Arrow key until the desired exit option is highlighted, and then press the Enter key.Hi guys, I've had the dreaded inexplicable power loss in the middle of a bios update for my laptop (model: SVF13N15CDB), bricking it.Once all the desired changes have been made, press the ESC key until the Exit menu is displayed.IMPORTANT: To reset the computer BIOS to the original default values, press the F9 key and then save the changes and exit. In the Setup Utility screen, use the Arrow keys to navigate through the various setup screens and options, use the Enter key to select different screens and options, and use the ESC key to exit the different screens or options.At the VAIOCare | Rescue Mode screen, use the Arrow keys to highlight the Start BIOS setup option, and then press the Enter key.Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer for the exact location of the Assist button on your model.

NOTE: The location of the Assist button will be different depending on the computer model.

For instance, if you set a Machine Password and later forget that password, it will require advanced technical support and possibly service to regain access to the computer.

WARNING: Other than resetting the BIOS to the default values, making changes to the BIOS is an advanced procedure that can produce unintended results if not done properly.

Follow these steps to access the BIOS on a VAIO® computer.
