How to Update BIOS in Windows 10

By: Waseem Patwegar

Certain problems on your computer like keyboard keys not working, random restarts
and others might require you to update BIOS. You will find below the steps to
Update BIOS in Windows 10.

Update BIOS in Windows 10

Update BIOS in Windows 10

BIOS which stands for Basic Input and Output System is a software program that
resides inside a memory chip on the motherboard of your computer.

Newer computers have replacement BIOS chips known as UEFI (Unified Extensible
Firmware Interface) that support larger disk size and faster boot time compared to
older BIOS chips.

The main function of BIOS/UEFI on a computer is to initialize CPU, GPU, Disc

Drives, other hardware components and load the default operating system on the
computer.

Just like any other software program, BIOS needs to be updated in order to maintain
its compatibility with hardware and software running on a computer.
Important: Things to Know Before Updating BIOS

You should think in terms of updating BIOS only if an update is recommended by the
manufacturer of your device and the problem on your computer is hardware related.

Make sure that you check the version of BIOS running on your computer and update
BIOS only if a later version is available.

Do not update BIOS by downloading the same version of BIOS as already available on
your computer.

Make sure that your computer is connected to a direct power source (AC adapter), as
BIOS can get corrupted if the computer turns OFF during BIOS update.

It is recommended that you Backup your data before updating BIOS. Errors during
BIOS update can lead to a loss of data.
How to Update BIOS in Windows 10

The steps to Update BIOS are the not the same for all Windows computers, they can
vary depending on the manufacturer of your computer.

However, the basic idea is to download the latest version of BIOS from the
manufacturers support site and install it on your computer.

1. Using Chrome or any other web browser, visit the Support Page for the
manufacturer of your computer.

For example, in case of DELL you will be visiting https://www.dell.com/support and

in case of HP you will be visiting support.hp.com.

2. Depending on the manufacturer, you may be required to enter the Model Number or
the Serial Number of your computer.

Enter Computer Model, Product ID

In our case, it was possible to use the Model Number on the manufacturers download
page to access the latest version of BIOS available for download.

3. Once you find the download, click on the Download button next to the latest
version of BIOS as available for your model of computer.

Download BIOS From Manufacturers Download Site

Note: If there is no Update available, do not download and install the same version
of BIOS.

4. After the file is downloaded, save the BIOS Update file to desktop.

Save BIOS Update File on Desktop

5. Double-click on the downloaded BIOS executable File on your computer.

RUN BIOS File on Computer

Important: Make sure your computer is connected to direct power source (AC Power),
remove all attached devices (except keyboard/mouse) and do not close the computer
during the update process.

6. On the pop-up, click on OK (Or Next) to begin the process of BIOS Update on your
computer. Follow the next set of onscreen instructions to complete the process.

Update BIOS on Windows Computer

Once you complete the process and Restart PC, your computer will be updated to the
latest version of BIOS.