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==== | ==== BIOS Savior ==== | ||
[[Image:Bios savior.jpg|thumb|right|An installed BIOS | [[Image:Bios savior.jpg|thumb|right|An installed BIOS Savior.]] | ||
The '''BIOS Savior''' is a tool that plugs into and replaces the original mainboard Flash device. The BIOS Savior has its own Flash device and a socket for the original mainboard Flash device (PLCC or DIP versions are available). It features a switch to allow the developer to choose between which Flash device is accessed by the mainboard during read and write cycles. | |||
This device helps to minimize the amount of hot swapping required and reduces mechanical and electrical stress on the BIOS chips. | |||
The BIOS Savior is available from: | |||
* http://www.ioss.com.tw/web/English/RD1BIOSSavior.html | * http://www.ioss.com.tw/web/English/RD1BIOSSavior.html | ||
==== Top Hat Flash ==== | ==== Top Hat Flash ==== | ||