Step-by-step guide on upgrading your computer's BIOS

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Ngày cập nhật gần nhất: 15/4/2026

If your computer is no longer compatible with current applications in the operating system or experiencing errors due to BIOS, you need to upgrade the BIOS. In this article, we'll walk you through how to do this.

If you've learned how to adjust BIOS to boot your computer faster in the previous article, in this one, we'll gain experience in upgrading BIOS for your computer.

Guide on upgrading BIOS for your computer

Key Considerations for Upgrading

When upgrading your computer or laptop, ensure that power supply is consistently provided to prevent errors that can significantly affect the motherboard and other applications within the machine.

For newer machines, upgrading may not be necessary as it's typically tailored for new applications. Newer machines often come with built-in compatibility ensuring suitability.

Check the Specifications of Your Current Mainboard

Method 1: Utilize built-in utilities within the system

- Access Run and type dxdiag

- Once a detailed table about the current operating system appears, navigate to the BIOS section to retrieve information.

Method 2: Alternatively, employ supporting software such as CPU Z for more detailed insights.

Download and Install Upgrade Tool

Once you've identified the specific Mainboard type (in this case, ASUS), proceed to the manufacturer's website to locate information about BIOS.

Step 1 If your Mainboard is from Asus, navigate here and input your details into the search bar.

Step 2 Upon arrival, scroll down to locate the BIOS section within the provided tool.

Step 3 Select the BIOS with the highest Version as this represents the latest BIOS version, then proceed to download it to your machine.

Step 4 Once downloaded, simply extract the Winrar file --> run the setup.exe file with Run as administrator privilege and proceed with the installation as you would with any other software.

Afterward, restart your computer and wait for the new BIOS update to complete successfully.

Step 5 If you encounter issues running the exe file, revisit the manufacturer's website to locate the correct BIOS for your Mainboard. If the problem persists, you may need to downgrade to a lower version.

Attention: For other brands, you can utilize search tools to find the homepage of the respective Mainboard and proceed with BIOS upgrade similarly.

Above are the complete steps to guide you through the latest BIOS upgrade process that you can apply to update the BIOS for your computer system.

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