When you push the power button to boot up your computer, bit searches for the BIOS or Basic Input/ Output System.This is a small set of instructions the computer must use to check the components in your computer and to get everything working together.
If your BIOS is outdated, your computer may not be able to use certain features of your hardware. This will, in turn, cause your PC to run inefficient and eventually fail to run some devices at all.To update your BIOS is to increase your computer's speed and compatibility with newer hardware
Your BIOS can be updated by downloading a small software patch and "Flashing" the software onto the BIOS memory chip located on the motherboard. This software should be downloaded onto a floppy disk for fast installation
bios updating guide
Other ways to know the type of BIOS you have is to select Start, Programs, Accessories, System, and System Information.Then select Windows Report Tool from the tools menu.Then select Collected Information from the options menu and scroll down to the BIOS.
The bios will be found in the "System Settings To Copy" section. Write the manufacturer and date of your bios.You can now perform a search on the Internet to locate the bios web site and download any updates that may be available.This procedure is to be followed if you have Windows 98.
For Windows Me and Windows XP, select Start, Programs in Windows Me and All Programs in Windows XP.Then select Accessories, System Tools, System Information, System Summary Section, section and BIOS.
Once you know the version of BIOS you have, go to their website and download the latest version onto a floppy disk. Once the download is complete, leave the diskette in the floppy drive, and close your Internet connection.
Now you re-boot your computer and if the computer reads the floppy, it will erase the old BIOS from the Flash Memory and install the new software.This same procedure is used regardless of what operating system is installed on your computer..
The Bios is quick to install but you must take great care in not allow power lose in the middle of flashing or stalling the new software.If power is lost by such lighting during a storm or your 6 year old pulling the surge protector from the wall outlet, you will have to use your bios backup to replace the old bios.
If you don't have a backup, you may have to take the PC to the manufacturer to have the bios installed. It will well worth updating your bios if you simply ensure there are no senseless means of power lose.
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