How To Update Motherboard BIOS?

Identify the exact motherboard model and current BIOS version

Visit the motherboard manufacturer’s official support website

Download the latest BIOS file for the exact motherboard model

Read the manufacturer’s BIOS update instructions and release notes

Check whether the update requires a specific previous BIOS version

Prepare a USB flash drive formatted as FAT32

Copy the BIOS file to the USB flash drive if required

Connect the computer to stable power or a UPS

Close all running programs and save any work

Enter the BIOS/UEFI setup during startup

Open the BIOS update utility provided by the motherboard

Select the BIOS file from the USB drive or built-in storage

Confirm the update and do not power off the system

Wait for the update process to complete and the system to restart

Enter BIOS/UEFI again after reboot

Load optimized defaults if recommended by the manufacturer

Save changes and restart the computer

Verify the new BIOS version in BIOS/UEFI or system information

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