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4.2.2 Software Utility
BIOS Flash
The BIOS Flash utility allows the customer to update the
flash ROM BIOS version, or to back up current BIOS by
copying it from the flash chip to a file on the customer’s
disk. The BIOS Flash utility also provides a command line
version and an API for fast implementation into custom-
ized applications.
Embedded Security ID
Embedded applications represent valuable intellectual
property, design knowledge, and innovation that belong to
the System Integrator. But they are easily copied! Embed-
ded Security ID utility provides reliable functions that allow
customers to secure their application data within embed-
ded BIOS.
Monitoring
Monitoring is a utility that allows the customer to monitor
system health parameters like voltage, CPU, system tem-
perature and fan speed. These items are important to a
device; if critical errors occur and are not solved immedi-
ately, permanent damage may occur.
Flash Lock
Flash Lock is a mechanism for binding the Board and CF
card (SQFlash) together. The user can “Lock” SQFlash via
Flash Lock function and “Unlock” in BIOS while booting. A
locked SQFlash cannot be read by any card reader or boot
from other platforms without a BIOS with “Unlock” feature.
eSOS
The eSOS is a small OS stored in BIOS ROM. It boots up in
the event of a main OS crash. It diagnoses hardware status,
and sends an e-mail to the designated administrator. The
eSOS also provides for remote connection via Telnet server
and FTP server so the administrator can attempt to rescue
the system. Note: This function requires BIOS customization.