{"id":22434,"date":"2023-05-10T14:55:47","date_gmt":"2023-05-10T12:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/g100.us\/?p=22434"},"modified":"2023-07-03T12:29:50","modified_gmt":"2023-07-03T10:29:50","slug":"how-to-update-msi-bios","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Update Your MSI BIOS: The Easy Step-By-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_39 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66843fd0160da\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66843fd0160da\" class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66843fd0160da\" checked><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#What_Is_A_BIOS\" title=\"What Is A BIOS?\">What Is A BIOS?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Should_I_Update_My_MSI_BIOS\" title=\"Should I Update My MSI BIOS?\">Should I Update My MSI BIOS?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#How_to_Update_Your_MSI_BIOS_Using_M-Flash\" title=\"How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using M-Flash\">How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using M-Flash<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Prerequisites\" title=\"Prerequisites\">Prerequisites<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Step_1_Identify_Your_Motherboard_Version\" title=\"Step 1. Identify Your Motherboard Version\">Step 1. Identify Your Motherboard Version<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Step_2_Prepare_a_USB_Flash_Drive\" title=\"Step 2. Prepare a USB Flash Drive\">Step 2. Prepare a USB Flash Drive<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Step_3_Download_the_Latest_MSI_BIOS_Firmware\" title=\"Step 3. Download the Latest MSI BIOS Firmware\">Step 3. Download the Latest MSI BIOS Firmware<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Step_4_Updating_the_MSI_BIOS\" title=\"Step 4. Updating the MSI BIOS\">Step 4. Updating the MSI BIOS<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#How_to_Update_Your_MSI_BIOS_Using_Flash_Button\" title=\"How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using Flash Button\">How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using Flash Button<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#How_to_update_Your_MSI_BIOS_without_a_CPU\" title=\"How to update Your MSI BIOS without a CPU?\">How to update Your MSI BIOS without a CPU?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Should_I_Use_the_M-Flash_Method_or_the_Flash_Button\" title=\"Should I Use the M-Flash Method or the Flash Button?\">Should I Use the M-Flash Method or the Flash Button?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Can_I_Downgrade_the_MSI_BIOS_Version\" title=\"Can I Downgrade the MSI BIOS Version?\">Can I Downgrade the MSI BIOS Version?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Can_I_Update_MSI_BIOS_Without_A_USB\" title=\"Can I Update MSI BIOS Without A USB?\">Can I Update MSI BIOS Without A USB?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-update-msi-bios\/#Over_to_You\" title=\"Over to You\">Over to You<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>BIOS, which stands for Basic Input Output System, is an integral part of your computer that keeps things running efficiently; it ensures your PC boots without problems, makes sure the various components work together properly and also manages settings for the CPU, hard drive, fans, and more.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_22439\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22439\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22439\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22439\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22439 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22439\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Motherboard\/PRO-Z790-A-WIFI\/Overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Put simply: without a BIOS, your PC would function as an expensive (albeit aesthetic) brick.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike most other software, the BIOS doesn\u2019t update automatically.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re experiencing system instabilities or booting errors, updating your MSI BIOS can solve many issues if nothing else has worked.<\/p>\n<p>This process can seem incredibly daunting and complicated. But don\u2019t sweat it \u2014 follow our steps below, and you\u2019ll have it done in no time.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll first explain exactly what a BIOS is and how to decide whether it\u2019s worth updating it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_BIOS\"><\/span>What Is A BIOS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>BIOS is firmware that\u2019s embedded in a small memory chip within your computer\u2019s motherboard.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s responsible for initializing and testing all components hooked up to your PC, booting up your system, and also helps manage the data flow between the computer\u2019s operating system (OS) and any attached devices, like the hard drive, keyboard, and printer.<\/p>\n<p>Most BIOS settings are configurable and can be tailored to your needs. For example, you can change the BIOS settings for things like the <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/overclocking-reduce-cpu-gpu-lifespan\/\">CPU clock speed and voltage<\/a> to maximize your PC\u2019s performance or <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-make-your-pc-quieter\/\">reduce your fan speeds to decrease noise<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_Update_My_MSI_BIOS\"><\/span>Should I Update My MSI BIOS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You usually don\u2019t need to update your BIOS regularly, if at all. Most BIOS updates, while offering some improvements, aren\u2019t significant enough to be worth the hassle.<\/p>\n<p>However, this isn\u2019t always the case. Sometimes, these updates can come with critical security patches and bug fixes, which can solve a whole range of infuriating problems, from system errors, slow-downs, and crashes, to malfunctioning hardware components.<\/p>\n<p>BIOS updates can also include support for new hardware.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re plagued by any of the problems above \u2014 or intend to upgrade your PC\u2019s specs in the near future \u2014 you\u2019ll likely want to update your MSI BIOS to the latest version before adding any new components to your PC.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid updating the MSI BIOS if your PC works fine (or you don\u2019t need a hardware update). As they say: Never change a running system!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Update_Your_MSI_BIOS_Using_M-Flash\"><\/span>How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using M-Flash<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When we say MSI BIOS, we mean the BIOS on an MSI <em>motherboard<\/em> specifically. It doesn't matter if this motherboard is inside your PC (which is more common) or inside a Laptop made by MSI. The process is much the same.<\/p>\n<p>Updating your BIOS can be nerve-wracking, and it\u2019s no surprise why: one critical mistake and your computer can go from a robust powerhouse into an overpriced brick.<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s typically a safe process <strong>as long as <\/strong>you follow the manufacturer\u2019s steps <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">carefully<\/span> and take the necessary precautions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prerequisites\"><\/span>Prerequisites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Here're the precautions and preliminary things to check off that we recommend you do <em>before<\/em> starting with the BIOS updating process:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Check the BIOS changelog on the manufacturer\u2019s website; it\u2019ll let you know exactly what the update includes and whether or not it\u2019ll benefit your situation (e.g. provides a specific fix for the bug you\u2019re experiencing)\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22440\" style=\"width: 2541px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22440\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22440 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Changelog\" width=\"2541\" height=\"604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog.jpg 2541w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-300x71.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-1024x243.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-768x183.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-1536x365.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-2048x487.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2541px) 100vw, 2541px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22440\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22440 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202541%20604%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Changelog\" width=\"2541\" height=\"604\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202541%20604%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2541w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2541px) 100vw, 2541px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog.jpg 2541w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-300x71.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-1024x243.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-768x183.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-1536x365.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog-2048x487.jpg 2048w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Changelog.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22440\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Motherboard\/PRO-Z790-A-WIFI\/support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Consider if the BIOS update you plan to flash (install) has been thoroughly tested; new versions may not have experienced the same rigorous testing process yet and be more prone to bugs<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that the latest motherboard drivers are installed to minimize the chance of incompatibility\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22441\" style=\"width: 2539px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22441\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22441 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers.jpg\" alt=\"Latest MSI Drivers\" width=\"2539\" height=\"929\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers.jpg 2539w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-1024x375.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-768x281.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-1536x562.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-2048x749.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2539px) 100vw, 2539px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22441\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22441 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202539%20929%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Latest MSI Drivers\" width=\"2539\" height=\"929\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202539%20929%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2539w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2539px) 100vw, 2539px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers.jpg 2539w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-1024x375.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-768x281.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-1536x562.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers-2048x749.jpg 2048w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Latest-MSI-Drivers.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22441\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Motherboard\/MEG-X670E-GODLIKE\/support#driver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Back up everything to an external storage device before you proceed<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the power cable is reliable and plugged in properly<\/li>\n<li>Note down your BIOS settings or any overclocking values \u2013 your custom configurations will be wiped after the installation process, so you\u2019ll need to reapply them<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the USB flash drive has a reliable, strong connection and isn\u2019t corrupted. You should also check that the USB port is in working order<\/li>\n<li>Check that there aren\u2019t any planned power outages occurring in your area<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You should also check what MSI BIOS version your PC is currently running. You may actually already have the latest version, so an \u201cupdate\u201d could be unneccesary.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to find your current BIOS version:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Hold down the \u201cWindows\u201d and \u201cR\u201d keys simultaneously to open the Run Dialogue box<\/li>\n<li>Enter \u201cmsinfo32\u201d and select \u201cOk\u201d to access the System Information<\/li>\n<li>In System Summary, scroll down until you find the BIOS Version\/Date<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21222 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date.jpeg\" alt=\"BIOS Version\/Date\" width=\"1389\" height=\"915\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date.jpeg 1389w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-1024x675.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-768x506.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1389px) 100vw, 1389px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21222 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201389%20915%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"BIOS Version\/Date\" width=\"1389\" height=\"915\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201389%20915%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1389w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1389px) 100vw, 1389px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date.jpeg 1389w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-300x198.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-1024x675.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date-768x506.jpeg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/12\/bios-version-date.jpeg\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>With those preliminary steps done, here's how to update your BIOS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Identify_Your_Motherboard_Version\"><\/span>Step 1. Identify Your Motherboard Version<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll first need to figure out exactly which motherboard version you have so that you can download the correct, compatible BIOS file from the manufacturer's website.<\/p>\n<p>Flashing an incompatible BIOS file can utterly wreck your computer, so it\u2019s extremely important you get the right one.<\/p>\n<p>You can easily find out your motherboard details in the command prompt:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Type \u201cCMD\u201d in the Start Windows search bar, and select the Command Prompt app when it appears<\/li>\n<li>Type the following line into the command prompt: wmic baseboard get product,manufacturer,version,serialnumber<\/li>\n<li>Hit enter, and it\u2019ll tell you your motherboard\u2019s version and serial number<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This method should work in both Windows 10 and Windows 11.<\/p>\n<p>However, if for whatever reason you can\u2019t access the Command Prompt, you can instead access Windows System Information to find the BIOS version.<\/p>\n<p>In System Summary, look for the following: \u201cBaseBoard Manufacturer, \u201cBaseBoard Product,\u201d and \u201cBaseBoard Version.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Prepare_a_USB_Flash_Drive\"><\/span>Step 2. Prepare a USB Flash Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve identified your motherboard version, you\u2019ll next want to prepare a fully formatted USB flash drive.<\/p>\n<p>This <em>sounds <\/em>super complicated, but rest assured it's an easy, stress-free process:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Plug the USB flash drive into your PC<\/li>\n<li>Locate and right-click on the drive, then select the \u201cFormat\u201d option<\/li>\n<li>In \u201cFile System Option\u201d choose \u201cFAT32\u201d<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22442\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32.jpg\" alt=\"Formatting USB for BIOS(FAT32)\" width=\"1410\" height=\"927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32.jpg 1410w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-1024x673.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-768x505.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1410px) 100vw, 1410px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22442 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201410%20927%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Formatting USB for BIOS(FAT32)\" width=\"1410\" height=\"927\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201410%20927%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1410px) 100vw, 1410px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32.jpg 1410w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-1024x673.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32-768x505.jpg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Formatting-USB-for-BIOSFAT32.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cStart\u201d to apply the changes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Make sure to use a USB flash drive that\u2019s reliable, high-quality, and has a drive capacity that\u2019s 32GB or less.<\/p>\n<p>You should also check that the USB drive is empty and has no data stored on it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Download_the_Latest_MSI_BIOS_Firmware\"><\/span>Step 3. Download the Latest MSI BIOS Firmware<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll next want to download the latest MSI BIOS firmware and copy it onto your USB flash drive.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, MSI has made it pretty easy to find the appropriate BIOS version for your motherboard model:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Ensure your formatted USB flash drive is properly connected<\/li>\n<li>Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official MSI website<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Enter your motherboard\u2019s version into the search bar, then hit Enter<\/li>\n<li>If you entered the model name correctly, your motherboard should show up on the results page\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22443\" style=\"width: 2543px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22443\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22443 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search.jpg\" alt=\"MSI Motherboard Search\" width=\"2543\" height=\"766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search.jpg 2543w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-1024x308.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-768x231.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-1536x463.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-2048x617.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2543px) 100vw, 2543px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22443\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22443 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202543%20766%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI Motherboard Search\" width=\"2543\" height=\"766\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202543%20766%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2543w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2543px) 100vw, 2543px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search.jpg 2543w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-1024x308.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-768x231.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-1536x463.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search-2048x617.jpg 2048w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-Search.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22443\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/us.msi.com\/search\/MEG%20X670E%20GODLIKE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Select the motherboard\u2019s \u201cDownload\u201d tab\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22444\" style=\"width: 1974px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22444\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22444 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Download\" width=\"1974\" height=\"1434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download.jpg 1974w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-1024x744.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-768x558.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-1536x1116.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1974px) 100vw, 1974px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22444\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-22444 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201974%201434%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Download\" width=\"1974\" height=\"1434\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201974%201434%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1974w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1974px) 100vw, 1974px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download.jpg 1974w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-1024x744.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-768x558.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download-1536x1116.jpg 1536w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Download.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22444\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Motherboard\/MEG-X670E-GODLIKE\/support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Look for the latest BIOS file version, or whichever one best suits your needs<\/li>\n<li>Click on the download button (arrow pointing down) to start the process<\/li>\n<li>Then, once the file has been downloaded, right-click on the file and select \u201cExtract all\u201d<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22445\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Extract\" width=\"2536\" height=\"1332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract.jpg 2536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-1536x807.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-2048x1076.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2536px) 100vw, 2536px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22445 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202536%201332%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Extract\" width=\"2536\" height=\"1332\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202536%201332%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2536px) 100vw, 2536px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract.jpg 2536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-1536x807.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract-2048x1076.jpg 2048w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Extract.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>Copy the file onto the USB flash drive<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22446\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Move MSI BIOS to USB\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1345\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-1536x807.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-2048x1076.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22446 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202560%201345%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Move MSI BIOS to USB\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1345\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202560%201345%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-1536x807.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-2048x1076.jpg 2048w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/Move-MSI-BIOS-to-USB-scaled.jpg\"><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Before proceeding to the next step, it\u2019s wise to double-check that the BIOS file has successfully been copied over to your USB flash drive.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Updating_the_MSI_BIOS\"><\/span>Step 4. Updating the MSI BIOS<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the tricky part begins \u2014 updating the actual MSI BIOS!<\/p>\n<p>This is where you get into dangerous territory, so make sure to remind yourself of the safety precautions we\u2019ve outlined above.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Reboot your PC<\/li>\n<li>As soon as your PC begins loading up, hit the \u201cDel\u201d key repeatedly until it takes you to the BIOS menu<\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cM-FLASH\u201d and select \u201cYes\u201d to reboot the system in Flash mode<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS M Flash\" width=\"780\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22447 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20585%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS M Flash\" width=\"780\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20585%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash-768x576.jpg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-M-Flash.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>After the restart into M-Flash mode completes, select the USB drive with the BIOS file<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22448 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu.jpg\" alt=\"M Flash Menu\" width=\"780\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-768x564.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22448 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20573%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"M Flash Menu\" width=\"780\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20573%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-768x564.jpg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>Click on the BIOS file and hit the Enter key<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22449 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2.jpg\" alt=\"M Flash Menu 2\" width=\"780\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2-768x564.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22449 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20573%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"M Flash Menu 2\" width=\"780\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20573%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2-768x564.jpg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/M-Flash-Menu-2.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>Start the update \u2014 <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">don\u2019t turn off your computer or disconnect the USB flash drive during this process.<\/span>\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22450\" style=\"width: 780px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22450\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22450\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen.jpg\" alt=\"BIOS Update Screen\" width=\"780\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen-768x422.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22450\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22450 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20429%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"BIOS Update Screen\" width=\"780\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20780%20429%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen.jpg 780w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen-768x422.jpg 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/BIOS-Update-Screen.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22450\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/support\/technical_details\/DT_BIOS_Update\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Your PC will restart automatically once complete<\/li>\n<li>Enter the BIOS menu again to check if the latest version is now installed. You will also need to re-apply any setting changes in the BIOS menu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Hopefully, updating to the latest BIOS version has now solved whatever issue plagued your PC.<\/p>\n<p>If it hasn\u2019t, you\u2019ll want to try out <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/category\/troubleshoot-fix\/\">some other troubleshooting steps<\/a> \u2014 you can reach out to an expert on <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/forum\/\">our forum<\/a> for help with your particular PC issue.<\/p>\n<p>And if anything has gone wrong with the update, whether due to a sudden power cut or disconnect, don\u2019t panic just yet! Contact your manufacturer immediately for guidance and support.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Update_Your_MSI_BIOS_Using_Flash_Button\"><\/span>How to Update Your MSI BIOS Using Flash Button<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The easiest and most convenient method to update the MSI BIOS is using M-Flash.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re building a computer and need to update its current BIOS for hardware compatibility, then you\u2019ll want to use the flash button within the motherboard; it allows you to update the BIOS without your PC having all its parts installed (e.g. the RAM, CPU, or video card).<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Download the necessary MSI BIOS file onto a formatted USB flash drive (refer to step 2)<\/li>\n<li>Rename the BIOS file to \u201cMSI.ROM\u201d and hit \u201cEnter\u201d to apply the change<br>\n<noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22451\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename.jpg\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Rename\" width=\"1920\" height=\"998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-1024x532.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-768x399.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-1536x798.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22451 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201920%20998%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI BIOS Rename\" width=\"1920\" height=\"998\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201920%20998%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-1024x532.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-768x399.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename-1536x798.jpg 1536w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-BIOS-Rename.jpg\"><\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cYes\u201d when the caution message appears<\/li>\n<li>Disconnect the USB flash drive<\/li>\n<li>Switch off your PC, but make sure it\u2019s still connected to the power source<\/li>\n<li>On the motherboard look for the USB port labeled \u201cFLASH BIOS button\u201d (it\u2019ll have a small button just above it). You should be able to notice it pretty easily, but you can refer to your motherboard\u2019s manual if you can\u2019t find it\n<p><\/p><div id=\"attachment_22452\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22452\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22452\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button.jpg\" alt=\"MSI Motherboard BIOS Flash Button\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-22452\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22452 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"MSI Motherboard BIOS Flash Button\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/05\/MSI-Motherboard-BIOS-Flash-Button.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-22452\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Motherboard\/MEG-X670E-GODLIKE\/Overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSI<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/li>\n<li>Connect your USB flash drive to the relevant port<\/li>\n<li>Press the flash BIOS button. If it\u2019s working properly, it\u2019ll start flashing and your computer will begin to boot up<\/li>\n<li>The flashing indicates that the BIOS update is in process, so make sure not to touch anything or remove the USB drive until the flashing has stopped. The process typically takes around five minutes<\/li>\n<li>Remove the USB flash drive and reboot the computer once the update is complete<\/li>\n<li>Check the BIOS version in the BIOS menu<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once the latest BIOS version is installed, you\u2019ll finally be able to add in that swanky new CPU.<\/p>\n<p>Again though, if you run into any issues while using this method, make sure to reach out to your manufacturer for assistance.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_update_Your_MSI_BIOS_without_a_CPU\"><\/span>How to update Your MSI BIOS without a CPU?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Often times you're upgrading your CPU or buying a motherboard that needs a BIOS update before it supports the new CPU you bought.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, on most motherboards, you can update your BIOS even if you don't have a CPU or only have an unsupported CPU.<\/p>\n<p>We've covered how to do this <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/update-bios-without-cpu\/\">in our guide right here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_Use_the_M-Flash_Method_or_the_Flash_Button\"><\/span><strong>Should I Use the M-Flash Method or the Flash Button?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Generally, the easiest and most convenient method is using M-Flash, since it doesn\u2019t require you to tinker around with your motherboard.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you\u2019re in the process of building a PC and don\u2019t have it up and running just yet, you\u2019ll need to use the flash button to update the MSI BIOS.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Downgrade_the_MSI_BIOS_Version\"><\/span><strong>Can I Downgrade the MSI BIOS Version?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2014 just download an older BIOS file version instead of the latest update.<\/p>\n<p>MSI provides downloads for both new and old BIOS files on their official website, so you shouldn\u2019t have a problem finding this.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Update_MSI_BIOS_Without_A_USB\"><\/span><strong>Can I Update MSI BIOS Without A USB?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s possible to update the MSI BIOS without a USB flash drive.<\/p>\n<p>You can do so using the MSI Center app (downloadable for free from the Windows store).<\/p>\n<p>Open the app, go to \u201cSupport,\u201d \u201cAdvanced\u201d and then select \u201cBIOS Update.\u201d We do advise against this method though \u2014 it\u2019s a lot more dangerous and unreliable.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over_to_You\"><\/span>Over to You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The BIOS can seem like a whole other world and one that\u2019s brimming with dangers at every corner.<\/p>\n<p>However, as long as you take the necessary precautions and follow our steps above, it should be smooth sailing. The BIOS might be scary, but updating it isn\u2019t as complicated as most people assume!<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>If you have any more questions about the BIOS, or any other part of your PC for that matter, feel free to leave a <a href=\"#comments\">comment<\/a> down below. You can also share your questions on our dedicated <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/forum\/\"><strong>forum<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BIOS, which stands for Basic Input Output System, is an integral part of your computer that keeps things running efficiently; it ensures your PC boots without problems, makes sure the various components work together properly and also manages settings for the CPU, hard drive, fans, and more. 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