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Download and install updates to the computer BIOS. This process is also known as 'flashing the BIOS'. Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help to improve computer performance, provide support for hardware components or Windows upgrades, or install specific BIOS updates.
CAUTION:
Only install BIOS updates from HP. Installing the BIOS incorrectly can prevent the computer from starting or being recovered. If your computer is managed by an IT service, contact them for the correct update process.
For business computers such as ProBook, EliteBook, and ZBook models, your company IT department or local IT service might manage BIOS settings. Confirm that the updated BIOS version is compatible with your company's deployment environment.
Update the PC with HP Support Assistant
Use HP Support Assistant to find and install updates, including BIOS updates, for your computer with Windows.
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In Windows, search for and open HP Support Assistant, or click the app icon
in the taskbar. If the app is not installed on your computer, download the latest version from the HP Support Assistant website.
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On the My Dashboard tab, find your computer, and then click Updates.
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Wait while HP Support Assistant analyzes the system.
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After the analysis completes, select the listed updates, download and install the updates, and then follow any on-screen instructions.
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If prompted, restart the computer, and then close the tool.
in the taskbar. Update the BIOS manually from within Windows
You can manually install a BIOS update when Windows opens and you have internet access.
Gathering the required information about your computer BIOS
To find the correct BIOS update, get the computer product name and number, the motherboard or system board ID (referred to as the 'ROM Family SSID' in the BIOS update name), the BIOS version, and the processor name.
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Press and hold the ctrl and alt keys, and then press the s key to open the HP System Information utility.
Note:
For more information, go to HP Desktop PCs - How Do I Find My Model Number or Product Number?
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Write down the Product name, Product number, Motherboard ID, BIOS version, and Processor name.
Prepare your computer for the BIOS update
To prevent possible problems, close any open applications, and temporarily disable antivirus software and BitLocker before updating the BIOS.
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Close any open applications.
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Temporarily disable your antivirus software. In Windows, search for and open Security and Maintenance settings, and then click Security to access virus protection settings.
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Temporarily disable BitLocker drive encryption. In Windows, search for and open Manage Bitlocker. Click Suspend protection, and then click Yes. Be prepared and have the BitLocker recovery key available.
CAUTION:
If BitLocker is not disabled, the next time you restart the computer the BitLocker key might not be recognized. If you do not know the BitLocker recovery key, you might lose data or need to reinstall Windows.
Install the BIOS update
Download and install a BIOS update from the HP website.
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Go to the HP Software and Driver Downloads page.
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Navigate to the product page for your computer.
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Select BIOS from the list that displays, and then review any available BIOS updates.
CAUTION:
Read the Details section to confirm that the BIOS update is more recent then the one installed and that it applies to your computer. Installing the wrong BIOS could cause your computer to stop working.
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If you do not see a BIOS update listed for your computer, no update is currently available.
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If there are multiple BIOS updates available, identify the motherboard installed on your computer using the information from the System Information utility.
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If you find a BIOS update, click Download. If HP Download and Install Assistant displays, select Download only, and then click Next. Click Save to save the BIOS update file on your computer.
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Browse to the folder or desktop where you saved the downloaded BIOS update file, and then double-click the file name (example: sp12345) to start the installation.
Wait for the computer to install the update. The computer might beep, turn off and on the display or cooling fans, or display a blinking power light. This is normal.
CAUTION:
Do not turn off or restart the computer until the update process completes.
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Click Yes on the User Account Control screen.
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On the InstallShield Wizard window, click Next.
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Select I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next.
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If a Location to Save Files window displays, click Next.
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On the HP BIOS Update and Recovery window, click Next.
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Windows that display during the update process might vary depending on your computer.
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Select Update, and then click Next to prepare the update.
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Click Restart Now to install the update.
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On the HP BIOS Update screen, click Apply Update Now, or wait for the update to start automatically.
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Wait while the BIOS update installs. The computer displays the installation progress.
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When prompted, click Continue Startup, or wait for the computer to restart automatically. It might take a few minutes for the computer to restart.
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If the update fails, a failure screen displays with additional information. The system might run a BIOS recovery after restarting. Do not attempt to turn off the computer if this happens.
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If a '251' or CMOS Checksum error displays after the update, go to HP and Compaq Desktop PCs - Error: CMOS Checksum Bad to resolve the issue.
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When the lock screen displays, sign in to your computer.
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If Bitlocker was suspended, search Windows for bitlocker, and then click Resume Protection.
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Re-enable your antivirus software.
Updating the BIOS manually from a USB Flash drive (outside of Windows)
If Windows does not open, use a second working computer with internet access to download the BIOS update. Copy the update file to a USB flash drive and install it on the original computer.
CAUTION:
If BitLocker protection is enabled on your computer, the BitLocker recovery key is required to start your computer after the BIOS update. Windows might need to be reinstalled if you do not have the key or the key is not recognized after the update.
Getting the computer BIOS information when Windows won't start
To find the correct BIOS update, obtain the computer product name, SKU number, system board ID, BIOS version/revision, and processor type.
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Turn on the original computer with the issue, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly until the Startup Menu opens.
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Press the f1 key to open System Information.
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Write down the Product Name, SKU Number, System Board ID, BIOS Version/Revision, and Processor Type.
Set up the BIOS update on a USB flash drive
Use a second computer with internet access to create a BIOS recovery USB flash drive.
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Insert a blank USB flash drive into an available port on the second computer.
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Go to the HP Software and Driver Downloads page.
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Navigate to the product page for your computer.
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Select BIOS from the list that displays, and then review any available BIOS updates.
CAUTION:
Read the Details section to confirm that it applies to the computer. Installing the wrong BIOS could cause the computer to stop working.
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If you do not see a BIOS update listed for your computer, no update is currently available.
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If there are multiple BIOS updates available, identify the motherboard or system board installed on your computer using the information from the System Information utility.
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If you find a BIOS update, click Download. If HP Download and Install Assistant displays, select Download only, and then click Next. Click Save to save the BIOS update file on your computer.
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Browse to the folder or desktop where you saved the downloaded BIOS update file, and then double-click the file name (example: sp12345) to start the installation.
The computer might beep, turn off and on the display or cooling fans, or display a blinking power light. This is normal.
CAUTION:
Do not turn off or restart the computer until the update process completes.
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Click Yes on the User Account Control screen.
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On the InstallShield Wizard window, click Next.
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Select I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next.
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If a Location to Save Files window displays, click Next.
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In the HP BIOS Update and Recovery window, click Next.
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Windows that display during the update process might vary depending on your computer.
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Select Create Recovery USB flash drive, and then click Next.
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Select your USB flash drive, and then click Next.
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Wait while the BIOS files copy to the USB flash drive.
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When the message The recovery flash drive was created successfully displays, click Finish.
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If necessary, click Cancel to close the update utility.
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Remove the flash drive from the computer.
Update the BIOS with a USB flash drive
Use the Hardware Diagnostics UEFI on the original computer to update the BIOS.
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Turn on the original computer, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly, about once every second, until the Startup Menu opens.
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Press the f2 key to open the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI menu.
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Insert the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS update into an available USB port on the computer.
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If prompted, select your language.
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Click Firmware Management or BIOS Management.
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Click BIOS Update.
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Click Select BIOS Image to Apply.
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Click HP_TOOLS-USB Drive.
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Click Hewlett-Packard.
Standard example of the File Navigator screen
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Click BIOS.
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Click Current.
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Select the BIOS update file that matches the System Board ID. The ID has a "0" before the board ID (example: 02291.bin).
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Click Apply Update Now. Type the administrator password if prompted.
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Wait while the BIOS update installs. The computer displays the installation progress.
CAUTION:
Do not shut down or restart the computer until the update process completes.
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When prompted, click Restart System, or wait for the computer to restart automatically. It might take a few minutes for the computer to restart.
Note:
If the update fails, a failure screen displays with additional information. The system might run a BIOS recovery after restarting. Do not attempt to turn off the computer if this happens.
Note:
If a '251' or CMOS Checksum error displays after the update, go to HP and Compaq Desktop PCs - Error: CMOS Checksum Bad to resolve the issue.
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When the lock screen displays, sign in to your computer.
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FAQs
HP Consumer Desktop PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) (Windows)? ›
Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help to improve computer performance, provide support for hardware components or Windows upgrades, or install specific BIOS updates. CAUTION: Only install BIOS updates from HP.
Why is HP updating my BIOS? ›Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help to improve computer performance, provide support for hardware components or Windows upgrades, or install specific BIOS updates. CAUTION: Only install BIOS updates from HP.
How do I stop my HP BIOS from updating? ›The BIOS update might just be coming from your HP Support Assistant. Set the HPSA to "Notify" instead of auto-updates and it should settle down. By the way -- never update the BIOS when the HPSA tells you to do so.
How long does it take for HP BIOS update? ›Any additional BIOS/Firmware updates will be completed after restarting your computer. If any of these updates are available for your computer, it may take up to 20 minutes to install it when it has restarted. Please make sure your power cable remains plugged in and that you have time for this update to complete.
Is it necessary to update BIOS? ›We strongly recommend it—it'll help you reinforce your system and make it work better all around. Most people think their experience is unaffected by BIOS updates, but somewhere down the road, things may go haywire, and you'll need to do it anyway. Something may break, or maybe you'll run into a nasty issue.
Why is my computer doing a system BIOS update? ›BIOS updates have the capability of correcting problems occurring with your computer hardware that cannot be fixed with drivers or an operating system update. You can think of a BIOS update as an update to your hardware and not your software.
Is the BIOS update legit? ›BIOS update is a legitimate update for Windows, It will resolve many issues on your Windows that your experiencing but you need to be aware about the BIOS. BIOS is firmware used to perform hardware initialization during the booting process.
Can I ignore BIOS update? ›In short, if everything works fine and you are not planning on upgrading or are missing features you can stay on your current BIOS build.
How do I stop BIOS from coming up? ›- Shut down the computer and boot into BIOS firmware settings.
- Use the cursor to click "Advanced settings/Mode" on the bottom-right of the screen, then choose Boot settings/tab.
- Then disable Fast Boot, save changes, and reboot your computer.
- Set your "Hard drive" as a primary booting option.
It corrupts the BIOS and prevents your motherboard from booting. Some recent and modern motherboards have an extra "layer" if this happens and allow you to reinstall the BIOS if necessary.
How long is too long for a BIOS update? ›
Regardless of the installation method, a BIOS update can take around five minutes. It's important not to power down or restart your PC until the process is complete. Check the manufacturer's instructions to see if an LED on the motherboard will signal the end of the update.
Does BIOS update erase data? ›The answer is no. Resetting BIOS will only restore BIOS settings to defaults. It will not delete your data on your hard drive or computer. But if you want to keep your data safe and sound, you can use professional backup software like EaseUS Todo Backup to help you protect your data on your computer or hard drive.
How long does it take for a computer to restart after a BIOS update? ›It should take around a minute, maybe 2 minutes. I'd say if it takes more than 5 minutes I'd be worried but I wouldn't mess with the computer until I go over the 10 minute mark. BIOS sizes are these days 16-32 MB and the write speeds are usually 100 KB/s+ so it should take about 10s per MB or less.
Does Windows 10 require BIOS update? ›If you're using a PC that's running Windows 10 or 11, your computer's manufacturer may prompt you to update the BIOS through Windows Update. If this is the case, you won't need to download or install anything separately—simply check for updates or set your PC to update automatically.
Can outdated BIOS cause problems? ›Outdated BIOS: After few years, the computer BIOS might be out-of-date, which can cause overheating. Besides, make sure you install the BIOS update for your specific computer model, as installing the wrong update can result in losing all computer functionality.
What BIOS means? ›BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program a computer's microprocessor uses to start the computer system after it is powered on. It also manages data flow between the computer's operating system (OS) and attached devices, such as the hard disk, video adapter, keyboard, mouse and printer.
Why does my HP laptop keep booting into BIOS? ›If your computer keeps booting to BIOS, the issue may be triggered by the incorrect boot order. Just go to check if there is an appropriate boot device available in BIOS. If you find it, set the disk as the primary boot option. If your hard drive listed under boot device cannot be found in BIOS, change this hard disk.
How often does HP BIOS update? ›Usually in the first year or two after a machine is released HP posts new updates every few months or as needed to address issues found later. Once a laptop reaches about 2 yrs old there may not be any unless some critical security issue is found like the recent Spectre/Meltdown vulnerabilty.
How do I stop Windows 10 from updating BIOS? ›- Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
- Type gpedit. ...
- Browse the following path: ...
- On the right side, double-click the Do not include drivers with Windows Update policy.
- Select the Enabled option.
- Click Apply.
- Click OK.
Potential Time-of-Check to Time-of Use (TOCTOU) vulnerabilities have been identified in the HP BIOS for certain HP PC products which may allow arbitrary code execution, denial of service, and information disclosure.