Hello friends! In today's article we are with you update the BIOS of the ASUS motherboard. This is a serious matter and needs to be treated as such. The process of updating the BIOS of any motherboard, although very simple, any mistake in it will cost you dearly - you will have to bring the motherboard back to life in a service center, since you probably do not have a special programmer. At the beginning of the article, I will briefly remind you what BIOS is.
How to update BIOS on an ASUS motherboard
BIOS is the most important element of a computer - a microprogram written on a chip, which in turn is located on the motherboard.
BIOS - provides basic OS access to the computer's hardware capabilities. In simple words, BIOS explains to the operating system how to use this or that computer component.
Immediately after turning on the system unit, BIOSchecks all devices (POST procedure) and if any component is faulty, thena signal is heard through a special speaker, which can be used to identify the faulty device. Eif everything is fine, The BIOS will begin searching for the OS boot loader code on the connected drives and finding it passes the baton to the operating system.
Now about the not so good. The BIOS update process itself lasts a couple of minutes, but if at this time, the electricity in your house will be turned off, and your computer is not connected to an uninterruptible power supply(UPS), then the operation of the firmware will be disrupted and you simply will not turn on the computer. To restore, you will have to look for a special programmer (BIOS recovery is a topic for a separate article).
I must say that manufacturers foresaw the seriousness of the issue at the dawn of motherboard production completely excluded the possibility of updating or flashing the BIOS, Only very recently the BIOS began to be equipped with a special program for its update. But still,Updating the BIOS of any motherboard usually occurs once in its life, and sometimes not at all.
The most important rule if you work on a computer or laptopquite satisfied, then you don’t need to update anything, butif you still decideupdate the BIOS, then there must be good reasons for this. Here are some of them.
There are no new features in your BIOS. For example, there is no technology AHCI, but there is only an outdated IDE, but you bought a new interface hard drive SATA III (6 Gb/s) or generally SSD. Technology AHCI will allow your drive to use modern capabilities and the operating system on the new hard drive will run faster than in IDE. Having visited the website of your motherboard manufacturer, you saw that a new BIOS update had been released, and you also learned that after the update, your motherboard will supportAHCI! In this case, you can update the BIOS without hesitation.
One of my friends lost sound on his computer, reinstalling Windows and drivers did not help, he decided that the built-in sound card had burned out and bought a discrete one, so the system worked for 7 years, then the processor had to be replaced on this computer, this required updating the BIOS, after the update the built-in The sound card worked.
Another case. The client's computer constantly rebooted and reinstalling the operating system did not help, they replaced everything that was possible in the system unit, they did not change only the motherboard and processor. We finally decided to install new firmware on the BIOS and it helped!
In the “System Information” window that opens, we see the BIOS version - 2003
Now we go to the official website of the manufacturer of our motherboard ASUSP8Z77-V PRO and choose "Drivers and utilities"
Select any operating system and expand the “BIOS” item. We see that there is update 2104 (a newer version than ours).
Click on the “Global” button and download the firmware.
Latest BIOS firmware (P8Z77-V-PRO-ASUS-2104.CAP) downloaded in the archive. We extract it from the archive and copy it to USB-f leshka. The firmware weighs 12 MB.
The USB flash drive must be formatted in the FAT32 file system and must not contain anything other than a BIOS update.
Reboot and enter BIOS.
In the initial BIOS window we see the old firmware version 2003.
Click "Additionally" and go to the additional BIOS settings.
(Left-click on the screenshot to enlarge)
Go to the “Service” tab
Select the BIOS firmware utility - ASUS EZ Flash 2 or you may have ASUS EZ Flash 3.
In the ASUS EZ Flash 2 window we see our USB flash drive with firmware P8Z77-V-PRO-ASUS-2104.CAP.
Click on the file with the firmware with the left mouse button.
Click "OK"
Update BIOS?
In this instruction, I will assume that you know why you need the update, and I will describe how to update the BIOS in steps that should be followed regardless of what kind of motherboard is installed on the computer.
In the event that you do not pursue any specific goal by updating the BIOS, and the system does not exhibit any problems that could be related to its operation, I would recommend leaving everything as is. When updating, there is always a risk that a failure will occur, the consequences of which are much more difficult to correct than reinstalling Windows.
Depending on the manufacturer and model of motherboard on your computer, the methods for updating the BIOS may differ. Here are the most common options:
For many motherboards you can use either of these methods, such as mine.
How exactly to update the BIOS
Depending on what kind of motherboard you have, updating the BIOS may be performed differently. In all cases, I strongly recommend reading the manufacturer's instructions, although they are often presented only in English: if you are lazy and miss any nuances, there is a chance that glitches will occur during the update that will not be easy to fix. For example, the manufacturer Gigabyte recommends disabling Hyper Threading during the procedure for some of its boards - without reading the instructions, you will not know about this.
Instructions and programs for updating BIOS from manufacturers:
One point that is present in almost any manufacturer's instructions: after updating, it is recommended to reset the BIOS to default settings (Load BIOS Defaults), then reconfigure everything as needed (if required).
The most important thing I want to draw your attention to: be sure to look at the official instructions, I deliberately do not describe the entire process for different boards, because if I miss even one moment, or you will have a special motherboard and everything will go wrong.
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- Newly installed device is not supported;
- when a conflict arises with any application that needs to be installed on a personal computer;
- when you need to increase PC performance;
- if the outdated firmware is damaged.
- before the OS starts loading;
- operating system means;
- using third party software.
- turn on PC;
- wait for the corresponding icon to appear (“American Megatrends”, “Energy” and others);
- Click on the button called “Pause Break”.
- turn on the computer;
- until the image appears, press the “Delete” key several times;
- in the section called "Main" find item “Information” -> “Version”.
- open “Run”;
- in the field that appears, enter “msinfo32”;
- press “Enter” or simply click on “Ok”.
- in MS-DOS mode;
- in Microsoft Windows directly;
- without logging into Windows and MS-DOS.
- production of a bootable flash drive with the MS-DOS operating system;
- After inserting the USB flash drive into the port, you need to restart the PC;
- after pressing the “Delete” key during boot, you should find the “Tool” tab;
- select Asus EZ 2 Utility;
- Press the “F2” key and enter the name of the backup copy.
- download a special update program for a specific motherboard model;
- run the executable file.
- software;
- hardware
- version mismatch;
- data recording error.
- Flashing bios on an asus or any other motherboard is difficult, the process requires some skills, the process is done through DOS;
- The improvements will not be noticeable, since the differences between the versions are minimal and highly specialized;
- Malfunctions and malfunctions may occur because... the old version was tested more thoroughly than the new one;
- When carrying out work, the power must not be turned off, otherwise the device will stop loading.
- Find out the model of your motherboard;
- Download the required firmware version from the manufacturer’s official website;
- Sometimes there are several of them. In this case, choose the one that is designed for installation in DOS mode;
- Create a bootable USB flash drive with BIOS, DOS and an additional utility (it can be downloaded from the manufacturer’s website or included in the archive along with the firmware);
- Install the USB flash drive and restart the computer;
- Specify the media containing the motherboard bios firmware;
- After the flashing is completed, reboot your PC.
- Download the firmware utility. It is different for each manufacturer. Program for updating bios asus – Asus Update, MSI – Live Update, etc.;
- Install the program;
- Run;
- Find the online function to search for new firmware. In different programs it is in different groups of commands;
- From the list of firmwares, select the required one;
- Activate download;
- After downloading, run the flashing and follow the instructions of the program.
- Afox H110
- ASRock H110
- Asus H110
- Biostar H110
- EliteGroup (ECS) H110
- Gigabyte GA-H110
- MSI H110
- ASRock H170
- Asus H170
- Gigabyte GA-H170
- MSI H170
- ASRock B150
- Gigabyte GA-B150
- MSI B150
- Asus B150
- ASRock Z170
- Asus Z170
- EVGA Z170
- Gigabyte GA-Z170
- MSI Z170
- Asus Q170, etc..
The PC must be constantly updated. And this applies not only to hardware, operating systems and applications. But it is advisable to do this only when a serious need arises.
If the machine operates normally without glitches and errors, then there is simply no need to update to the latest Bios version. Since this procedure is extremely unsafe.
Why update?
The device in question requires new firmware:
Most often, an update is required due to the installation of new equipment - processor, hard drive. Much less often - video cards, RAM. This need arises as a result of a conflict between hardware and firmware. Very often, old Bios simply do not see large-capacity hard drives. In most cases, this situation is corrected by updating.
Some applications do not support working with certain BIOS and their programs. In most cases, this situation can be resolved by updating the version. Sometimes this is required to run some professional applications.
Often, old firmware simply does not allow you to overclock the processor in various ways. If you need to change the CPU frequency upward or apply a higher voltage to it, you need to update the Bios. This usually provides ample opportunities for performing various manipulations with the parameters of the central processor and other devices.
Sometimes the PC starts producing errors just like that, for no apparent reason. Often the culprit is Bios. In many cases, installing a new program in the BIOS allows you to resolve problems of this kind.
Video: reflash BIOS
Current version
There are several ways to determine the BIOS version:
In order not to waste time on performing any unnecessary actions, the PC owner can simply look at the software labeling of the device in question before starting Windows.
To do this, you need to follow these steps in strict order:
This key allows you to stop loading your personal computer at any stage. You should wait until a table or list of characteristics appears on the monitor. The user needs to detect the inscription “Bios Revision” or “Bios Version”. Next to one of these phrases there must be a combination of numbers. These numbers indicate the version of Bios used.
You can also find out the software markings of the PC component in question simply by going to its settings.
To do this you need to do the following:
The easiest and safest way to find out the version is to use the item in the Start button called “Run”.
The following actions must be taken:
This will open a standard component of the Windows operating system. It contains all the information about the system, including information about the Bios firmware.
How to update Bios on a computer
There are three ways to update the software for the device in question:
Each method has both its advantages and disadvantages.
Where can I get the update?
To update Bios, you must first find the right application for this PC component. It is best to download it from the official website of the motherboard manufacturer or Bios. The surest way to find out the model and name of the manufacturer of computer components is a visual inspection of the motherboard itself and the chip of the upgraded device located on it.
You can also use any specialized program to find out the firmware markings and the name of the manufacturer. Everest is best suited for this. The most important advantage of this application over its analogues is that it offers the user links to the official websites of the manufacturer, where you can find everything you need.
Another source of new firmware versions can be various unofficial sites on the Internet. But the likelihood of downloading counterfeit software with a virus or simply not working, which can damage your PC, is very high. Therefore, using applications from unreliable sources is highly discouraged.
Making a backup copy
Before you carry out any actions that make changes to the firmware, you must make a backup copy of it. This will allow you to avoid various kinds of problems if any error occurs that makes the hardware inoperable. The backup copy must be saved to external media (USB disk, flash drive, floppy disk) to avoid the need to retrieve it from the hard drive.
The easiest way to make a copy of the software to be updated is to use an application called EZ Flash (used on ASUS).
The copying process consists of the following main steps:
After completing all of the above operations, all data necessary for recovery will be saved on the selected media. If necessary, they can be easily used.
Installation
The easiest way is to install new software on the personal computer component in question directly in the Windows operating system.
To do this you need to do the following:
Most manufacturers have their own update application. That is why it is necessary to use only files downloaded from official resources. For example, ASUS has an application for performing the action in question called ASUSUpdate. It is installed like a regular application, the menu is intuitive, even if it is in English.
Some manufacturers provide updates to their products without logging into the OS. Special tools for performing update are already built into the equipment ROM. For example, ASRock Instant Flash utility can independently carry out all the necessary actions in a matter of minutes. Just press “F6” - it will scan all available sources of information.
Reset your system settings
There are two ways to reset your system:
To use the first method you must:
To perform a hardware reset, you must use a special jumper or remove the battery from the special connector for at least 30 minutes. After completing the necessary actions, a reboot is performed.
Possible problems
When installing new firmware versions, various types of errors may occur:
The most common problem is the use of inappropriate files to perform update. If this type of problem occurs, you must use a backup to return the system to its original state. If a data recording error occurs, you should proceed in the same way - reset the settings to standard.
Video: update the BIOS
When carrying out an operation of this type, it is necessary to ensure that the supplied voltage is stable. If the electrical current is turned off suddenly, there is a high probability of severe damage to the component being updated. Which is unacceptable.
It is important to use firmware only from reliable sources. Since there is always a possibility of foreign data containing bookmarks or viruses. All of this can damage your computer. It is also worth checking the serviceability of the coin-cell battery inside the system unit.
Many users do not understand why update Bios. It is necessary to perform this operation only in extreme cases, when it is simply impossible to resolve a conflict in an alternative way. The procedure should be carried out as carefully as possible to avoid damage.
BIOS is the firmware responsible for booting Windows. It checks the functionality of components and add-ons. The correct loading of the computer and its normal operation (hardware components) depend on it.
It is written on the motherboard, not on the hard drive like the OS. In new devices, the BIOS has been replaced by UEFI, which performs the same functions, but has been improved. Both programs sometimes need to be updated.
BIOS can be updated in several ways
DO I NEED TO UPDATE THE BIOS?
Manufacturers regularly release updates for laptops. It is downloaded from the official website of the company that produced the laptop. It’s more difficult for owners of PCs with their own build. To find files to update, they will have to rely on the motherboard chip data. Any update is also written to the chip, replacing the old version.
It is not difficult to update the bios correctly, but only materials designed for a specific PC model or board should be used. Each motherboard has a strictly defined type of firmware, and installing the wrong version can lead to malfunctions of the computer or its complete inoperability.
BIOS is a delicate program, and therefore it is better to update it only in extreme cases. On a normally functioning PC there is no need to update it. This is due to several factors:
But sometimes the BIOS needs to be updated. If you regularly encounter one or another error in operation, go to the device manufacturer’s website and check whether such an error has been resolved in the new firmware version. More often, such a list is available on manufacturers’ websites. If such a problem is really solved in the new version, it makes sense to update the bios on the laptop.
Another good reason to flash the BIOS is the installation of new equipment. If you purchased a new processor that appeared after the release of your motherboard, then it will not be supported by your BIOS. In new firmware versions, manufacturers add support for new types of processors, and therefore you will have to download such a file and flash the firmware.
You should update the BIOS as a last resort. But even then, before upgrading, study the characteristics of the new version and find out whether the problems are solved. Based on this, decide whether you need to update the bios.
Find out the current version by pressing Win+R on your keyboard. In the window that opens you see msinfo32 for 32-bit OS. Click Run. A window will open listing the hardware and OS characteristics of the device. Find the one you need among them.
Sometimes a notification appears that the bios mode is outdated. This means that the BIOS operating mode is outdated; it still works in real mode, not protected mode. Firmware may not help solve the problem, but it is not serious and does not need to be fixed.
UPDATE METHODS
The update method depends on the computer manufacturer, motherboard model, etc. Most often, each manufacturer has its own instructions for flashing. You can get acquainted with it on the official website of the company.
On all modern motherboards, you can update the bios on your computer using any of the above methods. But it is better to choose the latter, as it guarantees a minimum number of errors.
UPDATE ALGORITHM
You can update the bios of an asus or any other modern laptop using any of the three methods described. They have their own nuances, but when carrying out the process using utilities, they are still not complicated.
FROM DOS
A difficult option with high risks. To update the bios on a Windows 7 computer, do the following:
There are no more precise instructions, since they vary for different PCs and boards. Find detailed instructions on the manufacturer's website. But using this method is not recommended.
FROM WINDOWS
It's easy to flash the bios on a laptop this way. Errors rarely occur. Popular method.
Firmware for bios asus, MSI and others in this way is also safe because the program itself selects the appropriate firmware version. In addition, the intuitive interface will help even a non-advanced user to install the firmware.
FROM BIOS
It is possible to reflash the bios on a laptop from the firmware using pre-installed utilities. This is a complex method, as it differs depending on the motherboard chip model, manufacturer, etc. To update the bios on a gigabyte motherboard, run the pre-installed @BIOS utility; other manufacturers have other programs. Such programs are similar to the utilities used in the previous method, but are not as convenient. They work with them the same way - find the required file on the network and launch it.
More often, this method is used when the computer breaks down, when it is impossible to log into the OS, because... PC won't boot.
At the end of 2016, Intel announced the release of the processor Kaby Lake. New chip, like its predecessor Skylake, uses the same 14-nanometer process technology, but it’s not without optimization. Innovations have added performance to the chip, which superior the power of the 6th generation processor in the Intel “family”. This naturally explains the consumer excitement around 7th generation Intel processors. But what about the BIOS? who wants to upgrade? Let's talk about this.
And this is the difference: comparison of Skylake and Kaby Lake
If you work a lot with 4K content, then Buying a Kaby Lake processor is a smart investment. New generation chips support HEVC. They entrust encoding/decoding of UHD video format to the video card, and do not use their own cores. Result - noticeable improvement in video quality and reduced battery consumption. Moreover, among the capabilities of processors is to direct their power to solve problems that await, while the trend continues less energy consumption. 3D is getting better too. The picture quality is superior to the image previously provided by 6th generation processors. The gameplay promises to be vibrant and detailed.
In addition, it is worth noting the pleasant updates - increase clock frequency, improvements turbo mode, support new formats (2nd generation USB 3.1, HDCP 2.2).
Updating BIOS firmware to support Kaby Lake
Are you planning or have already purchased a Cabie Lake processor, but it does not work on your machine? The situation will be saved by BIOS firmware, of course, provided that latest bios version designed to solve this problem. Intel insists that updating the BIOS for PCs that do not need it not advisable.
To ensure the operation of the 7th generation Intel processor, owners of motherboards with Z170, H170, B150, H110 chipsets can update BIOS. Firmware update in progress extremely simple, But more reliable contact service. The point is that in the process difficulties often arise, which are impossible for an amateur to cope with.
The transition from the 6th generation is carried out in several ways, and it all depends on will the board work without updating?. If not, then for the firmware Need Skylake. If the motherboard supports the technology Q-Flash Plus, That you can update from a flash drive and without a processor. In other cases - you will need a programmer, and in addition, desoldering the BIOS memory chip. Agree, difficult And resource-intensive.
Bios updates – required condition even for those motherboards that received support for 7th generation chips (for example, Intel H110/B150). And although there have been platforms on the market for some time that allow the use of updated CPUs, no one guarantees that when purchasing you will not get a device whose BIOS version does not support Kaby Lake. In such a situation it will also be necessary contact for help, contact Skylake or go to the service center.
What does the KomPom service center offer?
The KomPom service updates the BIOS firmware to support the 7th generation of Intel processors without loss of warranty. At our disposal modern equipment which allows fast And qualitatively make the transition from 6th generation to Kaby Lake.
Models of motherboards we work with:
The most common reason why customers request an upgrade is the use of the Intel Pentium G4560 processor in 100th motherboards. And we are happy to solve the problem of compatibility of 100 series chipsets with 7th generation processors.
The wizard produces the firmware not through the operating system, where there is a risk of failure of the BIOS chip. Our way - updating the motherboard BIOS firmware using a programmer. The firmware process takes on average 60 minutes!
We do not solder the BIOS chip!
Nice bonus for our clients - providing a guarantee for all types of services.
