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How to Update BIOS if the PC Won’t Boot [2 Easy Ways]
To flash the BIOS, you will need a USB flash drive
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Updated onJanuary 25, 2024
updated onJanuary 25, 2024
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When your PC doesn’t boot, it’s nearly hard to fix anything, so flashing the BIOS may be your only option.
A computer’s basic input-output system is one of its most important components and extremely sensitive to alteration or adjustment.
Flashing the BIOS means upgrading it or restoring it to its default settings, which will undo any changes.
Even if your computer won’t boot up, you can flash the BIOS with the help of this article. So, without further ado, let’s get started.
How can I flash BIOS when the computer won’t boot?
1. Flash or update BIOS from a bootable USB
It is critical not to interrupt the computer’s power supply; thus, any interruption can cause the BIOS to become corrupted, rendering your computer unusable.
Remember that this is only an option if your computer can boot into BIOS but not Windows. Reflashing the BIOS also works against thePlease Power Down And Connect The PCIe Power Cable(s) For This Graphics Carderror.
2. Reset BIOS by removing the motherboard battery
Even though this may seem like a complicated process, following the steps will make it easy to update or flash your BIOS to get your PC working again.
If none of the other options have worked, flashing the BIOS may be the answer, and don’t worry, it won’t damage your motherboard if done without interruption.
Reading manufacturer manuals can also help to lessen the chances of the BIOS flashing procedure failing, so it’s a good idea to go to the manufacturer’s website and read relevant information.
If yourPC won’t exit BIOS, read this article.
Comment below and let us know which method worked best for you to fix the problem or if you have a different solution that could help our readers.
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Farhad Pashaei
As a technophile, Farhad has spent the last decade getting hands-on experience with a variety of electronic devices, including smartphones, laptops, accessories, wearables, printers, and so on. When he isn’t writing, you can bet he’s devouring information on products making their market foray, demonstrating his unquenchable thirst for technology.
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