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5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility
A. Before You Begin
1. In Windows, close all applications and TSR
(Terminate and Stay Resident) programs. This
helps prevent unexpected failures when performing
a BIOS update.
2. If the BIOS is being updated via the Internet, ensure
the Internet connection is stable and do NOT
interrupt the Internet connection (for example, avoid
a power loss or switching off the Internet). Failure to
do so may result in a corrupted BIOS or a system
that is unable to start.
3. GIGABYTE product warranty does not cover any
BIOS damage or system failure resulting from an
inadequate BIOS flashing.
B. Using @BIOS
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Make sure that the BIOS file to be flashed matches your motherboard model. Updating the BIOS
with an incorrect BIOS file could cause your system not to boot.
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Do not turn off the system or remove the power during the BIOS update process, or the BIOS may
corrupt and the system may not boot.
If the BIOS update file for your motherboard is not present on the @BIOS server site, please
manually download the BIOS update file from GIGABYTE's website and follow the instructions in
"Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function" below.
Supported image formats include jpg, bmp, and gif.
C. After Updating the BIOS
Restart your system after updating the BIOS.
1. Update the BIOS Using the Internet Update Function:
Click
Update from Server
, select the @BIOS server site closest to your location and
then download the BIOS file that matches your motherboard model. Follow the on-screen
instructions to complete.
2. Update the BIOS without Using the Internet Update Function:
Click
Update from File
, then select the location where you save the BIOS update file obtained
from the Internet or through other source. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete.
3. Save the Current BIOS File:
Click
Save to File
to save the current BIOS file.
4. Change the Boot-up Logo:
Click
Upload new image
in Face-Wizard and you will be able to change the boot-up logo
with your own picture, creating a personalized boot-up screen. Click
Backup current image
to save the current boot-up logo.
