How to update the BIOS on the motherboard? Step by Step

Step by Step: How to update the BIOS on the motherboard to the latest version?: Correct Bios update process is very important for Windows 10 users because wrong and incorrect Bios update can make your PC completely unusable. In this article, we have answered a question about how to update Bios for Windows 10, and if you are someone who is looking for an answer to this question, stay tuned with this content.

BIOS is the basic input and output system in the computer, and it acts as a bridge and communication between the parts and components of the computer and the drivers of these parts, and it is one of the most important tools for operating the computer. It has an updatable architecture and interface. However, there are some important points that you should pay attention to when performing the update.

In the BIOS update steps, you have to be careful, make sure and take into account the important points, because any error can damage this structure (BIOS) that runs your computer and cause serious problems on your computer, and to avoid these problems, we have explained BIOS update in detail, to do this. Follow next steps:

How is the BIOS updated?

• Learn about the BIOS architecture for your system.
• Find and download BIOS software.
• Update the BIOS by following the steps below.

Step One: Get to know the BIOS structure and information:

When performing BIOS updates, you must first familiarize yourself with the information about your system. If you follow these steps carefully and apply them to your computer, the rest will be easy, by selecting these 3 steps when updating the BIOS that will lead you to the correct update. Let's get acquainted with these three steps.

• From the search bar (Windows), type (System Information), and open it.
• Check the name and model of your computer in the "System Model" field.
• Then confirm your BIOS version number from the (BIOS Version/Date) section.

Now you have shown the information about your system by following the above steps. However, if you have a custom-built (assembly) PC, skip steps 2 and 3 because if you have a custom PC, you'll need to find your motherboard model instead.

By now, you have known your system and its information, and while moving on to the other stages, you have taken a basic idea about the BIOS. This information is the cornerstone for us to properly update the BIOS. Because most of the people who did the wrong update did not pay attention to the first step.

Find and download BIOS software:

•   Go to the motherboard or computer manufacturer's website.
•   Find the appropriate BIOS update file.

• Make sure the version you found is more recent than your current version.
•   Download your BIOS update file.

The most important thing to consider in these steps is to make sure that the updateable version of your BIOS, without making any mistakes while finding the BIOS update file that works for you. We do not recommend downloading a BIOS update file unless you are 100% sure. If you are sure; Download it and go to the next step.

Perform a BIOS update by following these steps:

• Make sure your computer is connected to a reliable power source.
• Extract the downloaded Bios file from Winrar.

• Read the document called README inside the Bios file if available. If there are steps that guide you here and if they conflict with the next part of our article; Follow the steps there.

• Connect the USB flash drive to your computer.

• Copy the BIOS file to the flash drive.
• Reboot the computer and press the button to enter the BIOS page.
•   Access the BIOS page (usually F12, Del, Esc) while restarting your computer.

• Back up your BIOS if possible and there is a backup option on the BIOS screen.
• It is usually available in the backup options or the save option.
•  Activate and use your BIOS updater.
• Although each system is different, enable all statements related to Flash (USB key) on the Boot tab and select the Start Flash option.
•  Do not turn off your computer while updating its BIOS.

After meticulously following the steps we provided, wait for the process to complete without shutting down your computer. Otherwise, when you make errors, your computer may not work when you start it up again. However, it is very useful to backup your BIOS so that you do not have a similar headache when you encounter a problem.

Frequently asked questions and answers about BIOS:

In this paragraph, we will try to answer the questions about the BIOS in the computer that may come to your mind and are as follows.

I just installed new hardware on my computer, should I update the BIOS?

If you have installed additional memory, a new hard drive, or another new device in your computer; You do not need to update the BIOS. Most devices are installed on your computer without the need for a BIOS update.

However, if your computer is not working properly after installing a new device, first make sure that the new device is compatible with your computer. If the new devices are not compatible; A BIOS update may be required for new hardware to function properly.

Can I go back to an older BIOS version?

Some computer and motherboard manufacturers may allow reverting to an older BIOS version. However, it depends on the manufacturer to update the BIOS. But in general, most updated software can only be updated and cannot be rolled back to an older version. However, it is worth researching the manufacturer and providing information about it.

How are BIOS settings set?

We mentioned that different BIOS manufacturers may have different settings, explaining the update part. In general, we note that while most of them have the same settings, some have different names. However, some manufacturers can add unique features. The F2, Del, and F10 keys are usually used to enter BIOS settings.

What are the ways to reset BIOS settings?

There are also some ways to reset BIOS settings. These methods are methods such as booting from a Windows environment, creating RAID units, enabling ISRT, and setting up a UEFI configuration. When you apply these methods on your computer, the BIOS settings will be reset. You can also see the following article to reset the BIOS settings: How to delete and remove the password in the BIOS.

What is the difference between BIOS and Cmos?

The terms BIOS and CMOS both refer to important parts of your computer's motherboard. Despite working together, they are two different things. The BIOS performs the process that starts and tests your computer's hardware, finding and running the boot loader, or loading it directly into your operating system.

When making changes to the BIOS configuration, the settings are not stored in the BIOS chip itself. Instead, it is stored in a special memory chip called a CMOS. CMOS stands for Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor. It is the name of the manufacturing process used to create random access memory (RAM) and digital logic circuits and is also the name of the chips created using this process.