Need help finding update for my bios

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DeserttFoxx
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i've been struggling to find an update for my bios for some time now, so i can get my 40gig hard drive to work...here wat i know about my comp so far---

Program: eSupport.com BIOS Agent Version 3.23
BIOS Date: 02/03/99
BIOS Type: Award Modular BIOS v4.51PG
BIOS ID: 02/03/1999-i440BX-DD-2A69KD4FC-00
OEM Sign-On:
Chipset: Intel 440BX/ZX rev 3
Superio: Winbond 977EF rev 1 found at port 3F0h
OS: Microsoft Windows 98 SE Version: 4.10.2222 A
CPU: Pentium II min 400 max 400
BIOS ROM In Socket: Yes
BIOS ROM Size: 256K
Memory Installed: 192 MB
Memory Maximum: 768 MB
Memory Slot 01: 64 MB
Memory Slot 02: 64 MB
Memory Slot 03: 64 MB
Memory Slot 04: 0 MB

if any one can help me id really apprecieate it
thanking in advance.
ajzchips
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http://www.dfi.com.tw/

The model number should be printed on the motherboard somewhere.
DeserttFoxx
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thanks, by any chance would you have a general idea were the id would be printed, are they in the same general location on all moverboards?
DeserttFoxx
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ok i found out that my mother board is a P2XBL R. D. now, i goto the bios update and i find numerous files, now i want to know if you can offer me some more help, since i am not sure which i should download. I have have never flashed my bios before, and i really dont wanna mess up and get the wrong one.
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Get the newest Bios for your board and your motherboard revision (D) .

If your HDD is not detected with the new Bios then have a look in DFI's Beta-sector
DeserttFoxx
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where would i get the newest bios for my motherboard, do you have an url i can use?
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Go to www.wimsbios.com
Click on "Manufacturer links"
Click on "D"
Click on "DFI"
Tested patched BIOSes. Untested patched BIOSes.
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