AMI is a company that writes BIOS software. It can't be edited. The BIOS can, but why? Or maybe you're trying to replace ("flash") it? And what does telnet have to do with it? Please elaborate.

I probably couldn't help you even if you answered my questions. I'm just pointing out that your question needs a lot of work before anyone can answer it.

(Oops, meant to reply to the OP. No biggy)

What I need to do is set specific settings in bios prior to installing the operating system. Settings inclue the boot device and can change depending on the configuration.