How to Update HP BIOS on Windows 11/10/8/7

Performing an HP BIOS update is essential if your device isn't working correctly or can't detect new hardware. There are many ways to conduct a BIOS update. This tutorial will discuss three ways to update BIOS on your HP computer. We'll also introduce an efficient backup solution for your PC.

BIOS helps establish communication between all your computer components during the boot process. Your device may fail to boot if the BIOS isn't working correctly. Conducting a BIOS update helps to fix issues when you encounter problems. Do you know how to accomplish an HP BIOS update? What are the advantages of the update? This tutorial from EaseUS will answer these questions in detail.

Backup Your Computer Before Updating HP BIOS

Securing your laptop or desktop data is important before initiating the BIOS update process. It's essential to make backups since you never know when your PC will stop functioning. EaseUS Todo Backup is reliable for backing up your HP computer before BIOS updates.

This backup and recovery software allows you to create backups in a few seconds. You can retrieve the backup files whenever needed through its "restore" feature. Todo Backup lets you save your HP data to an external hard drive, local storage, or the cloud.

You can also transfer data to a network or NAS and access advanced backup techniques like incremental, differential, and scheduled backups.

The tool's key features include:

• PC data backup and restore.
• Multi-path backup storage.
• Enhanced backup efficiency.
• Secured password-protect backups.
• Support for daily, weekly, or monthly backups.
•  Support automatic backup, incremental backup, or differential backup.

Download EaseUS Todo Backup today to save your files efficiently. To get started, follow these simple steps.

Step 1. Launch EaseUS Todo Backup on your computer, and click Create Backup on the home screen and then hit the big question mark to select backup contents.

Step 2. To back up your Windows operating system, click "OS" to begin the backup task.

Step 3. Your Windows operating system information and all system related files and partitions will be automatically selected so you don't need to do any manual selection at this step. Next, you'll need to choose a location to save the system image backup by clicking the illustrated area.

Step 4. The backup location can be another local drive on your computer, an external hard drive, network, cloud or NAS. Generally, we recommend you use an external physical drive or cloud to preserve the system backup files. 

Step 5. Customiztion settings like enabling an automatic backup schedule in daily, weekly, monthly, or upon an event, and making a differential and incremental backup are available in the Options button if you're interested. Click "Backup Now", and the Windows system backup process will begin. The completed backup task will display on the left side in a card style.

How to Update BIOS on HP Laptop & PC

Various ways exist to update the BIOS on your HP laptop or desktop computer. This section will discuss 3 ways. Dive in as we discuss each method in detail.

Method 1. Use HP Support Assistant for Automatic BIOS Update

HP computers have a special feature called "HP Support Assistant." This tool automatically updates various components of your device. This also includes BIOS updates. You'll need to download this application from the HP official website. Next, you can follow the steps below:

Step 1. Type "HP Support Assistant" in the search box. Hit Enter to launch it.

Step 2. Click on the "Updates" option.

Step 3. Check whether you have any pending updates.

Step 4. Click the "Download and install" button if a BIOS update is available.

Step 5. The assistant will then download and install the update. Wait for the process to complete before exiting the application.

What if the HP download and install assistant fails to work correctly? The solution is to install and reinstall the application and then try again.

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Method 2. Update HP BIOS Within Windows

This method of updating BIOS in Windows is applicable if your computer boots normally.  Ensure you do the following before getting started with this method:

• Exit all applications currently open.
• Turn off your computer antivirus temporarily.
• Temporarily disable BitLocker drive encryption.

You can then proceed with the following steps:

Step 1. Navigate to the search bar and type "System Information." Hit Enter to open it. Note down the information about your BIOS version/Date and exit the page. 

Step 2. Navigate to the HP official website for Software and Driver downloads. Select your product type and choose "Let HP detect your product." This allows the website to load information about your device.

Step 3. Select "BIOS" from the next page to check for an update listed. Confirm the BIOS version with the one you noted down from your computer. If it's the latest version, click "Download" and "Save" to save the BIOS update file.

Step 4. Exit the website and double-click the BIOS download file from your local storage. Click "Yes" to initiate the installation. Follow the onscreen instructions. Accept the terms of the license agreement. 

Step 5. When you reach the "HP BIOS Update and Recovery" window, select the "Update" option and then "Next." Choose "Restart Now."

Step 6. You'll then see the "HP BIOS Update" screen. Please give it some patience while the update launches automatically. Alternatively, you can select the "Apply Update Now" button. Don't disconnect your computer until the update finishes. 

Step 7. Click on "Continue Startup" once the BIOS update process is complete. You can now sign back to your device to start using it normally. Also, re-enable the applications that you had temporarily disabled.

Method 3. Update HP BIOS from USB

This method about updating BIOS with USB is essential if your computer fails to boot. It entails creating a BIOS recovery USB drive using another computer. This lets you install BIOS updates on the original device from the Startup menu. Follow these steps:

Step 1. Turn on the original PC and repeatedly press the ESC key to access the Startup Menu. Select F1 to access the "System Information" window. Note down information for the "Product Name," "SKU Number," "System Board ID," "BIOS Version/Revision," and "Processor Type"

Step 2. Connect a blank USB drive to your second computer and visit the "HP Software and Driver Downloads" website.

Step 3. Open the product page for your device by entering the required information.

Step 4. Click on the "BIOS" section and check if it's the latest version based on your noted system information. Click Download, then "Save" to download the latest BIOS version. 

Step 5. Navigate to the downloads folder on your second PC and double-click the download file. Follow the onscreen instructions to run the utility. When you reach the "HP BIOS Update and Recovery" screen, select Create Recovery USB flash drive. Click "Next."

Step 6. Choose your USB drive, select "Format," and click "Next." Stay patient as the system creates a BIOS files copy for your USB drive. Click Finish if the recovery drive was created successfully. Eject your USB drive.

Step 7. Insert the USB flash drive into your original computer and press the relevant keys to enter the "Startup Menu." Next, press F2 to access the "System Diagnostics" menu. Click on "Firmware Management/BIOS Management."

Step 8. Next, click "BIOS Update">"Select BIOS Image To Apply">"HP_TOOLS-USB Drive">"Hewlett-Packard">"BIOS">"Current."

Step 9. Choose a BIOS update file that corresponds to the System Board ID. Click "Apply Update Now." The BIOS update will start installing on your PC. You can restart the computer when the BIOS update installs completely.

When to Update HP BIOS & Benefits of HP BIOS Update

There's no need to update BIOS when your HP computer works correctly. However, the following scenarios may call for a BIOS update:

• CPU hardware changes: Installing new hardware on your system may affect how the motherboard functions. You must update the BIOS to ensure efficient collaboration between the new hardware and your motherboard.
• Bugs: System bugs may prevent your computer from booting correctly. Updating BIOS can help fix this issue and allow you to sign into your device. 
• Hardware problems: Your RAM or CPU may stop functioning abruptly. Conducting a BIOS update may troubleshoot this issue.

A BIOS update helps stabilize and functionalize your system. It fixes incompatibility issues between the motherboard and new hardware and can also fix bugs inhibiting your device from booting correctly. Keep reading to learn how to update your BIOS easily.

To Sum Up

An HP BIOS update is essential after installing new hardware or when your computer has encountered bugs. It helps boost your system's stability and functionality. The HP "Support Assistant" feature updates the BIOS automatically. You should always back up data before a BIOS update.

EaseUS Todo Backup can help you accomplish the task conveniently. It lets you backup your files to the cloud, external storage, network, etc. Please download EaseUS Todo Backup today for the best backup strategies.

FAQs on How to Update BIOS on HP

The commonly asked questions on this topic include:

1. What Is the HP BIOS Update?

This entails updating your BIOS drivers to the latest version via the manufacturer's website. A BIOS update enhances the stability and functionality of your system.

2. How Do I Know If I Need to Update My BIOS?

You may be forced to do that because of:

• New hardware installation.
• Bugs in your system.
• Underlying hardware issues.

An update is essential in these situations.

3. Should I Do an HP BIOS Update?

There's no need to update the BIOS if your HP computer works perfectly. This is because updates may affect how your device works. You'll only need to update BIOS when installing new hardware. You can also do this when you encounter security vulnerabilities affecting your device. 

4. Is the HP BIOS Update Safe?

The answer is YES. A BIOS update is safe since it helps improve how your system works by accelerating its stability and performance. Therefore, it's not harmful to update. However, there's no need to update the BIOS if your PC is working correctly.