BIOS & startup · critical

How to fix BIOS update failure

BIOS & startup troubleshooting guide

What this error means

Firmware update failed. The board does not need to boot. Reports of BIOS update failure usually describe a sudden crash, brief unresponsiveness, or a stop-code screen appearing out of nowhere. Another common trigger is aborting process.

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Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Use instructions for your exact device and software version. If Windows cannot start, see the startup guide.

Work through these checks

0 of 3 complete
01Use BIOS Flashback USB
  1. Use BIOS Flashback USB
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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02Contact service
  1. Contact service
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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03Try a different BIOS chip
  1. Try a different BIOS chip
What to expect

Check whether the original symptom still occurs.

If it does not help

Continue only if this check applies to your device. Consult its manufacturer if you are unsure.

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Possible causes

  • Power failure while flashing
  • Bad BIOS file
  • Aborting process