How to Update Acer BIOS with No Data Loss

If your Acer laptop is low on performance, stability, and compatibility, you must update Acer BIOS. The post talks about 2 methods to update Acer BIOS, and improve the overall PC performance.

BIOS is the first software that runs when you turn on your PC. Computer manufacturers update the BIOS from time to time to improve its security and functions. If your Acer lags in performance or throws random issues, you can update the BIOS to improve its condition. EaseUS will tell you 2 ways to update Acer BIOS Windows 10/11 without any data loss. Hurry up and learn!

What to Do Before Updating Acer BIOS

The BIOS handles sensitive files, which can result in data loss if the process doesn't go well. Due to some accident, if you face any issue while upgrading the BIOS, the PC fails to boot, and you will lose all your data. As a precaution, before updating the BIOS, you can back up your PC files, backup specific folders, and hard drive to the cloud or another PC. 

EaseUS Todo Backup saves a backup of your entire PC on EaseUS Cloud or any cloud service. If you face severe errors like BIOS, hardware, or software, you can instantly back up all your content without losing data. With advanced backup options, the data on the cloud gets updated frequently, safeguarding all your data.

It also lets you create an ISO image from a USB drive and make a system image backup on a USB drive. Download Todo Backup and back up your PC before upgrading Acer BIOS.

Here is how to use EaseUS backup software to create a backup of your computer.

Step 1. On the main page, click "Select backup contents".

Step 2. Among the four available categories, click OS.

Step 3. EaseUS Todo Backup will automatically select your system partition, you only need to select the backup destination.

Step 4. Both Local Drive and NAS are available for you to save the backup file.

Step 5. After finishing the backup process, you can check the backup status, recover, open, or delete the backup by right-clicking the backup task on the left.

How to Perform Acer BIOS Updates

There are two ways to upgrade the Acer BIOS. If you can use the PC normally, you can download the latest BIOS version or perform the process via USB. Learn the detailed guides below.

👉Method 1. Update BIOS from USB

If you can't boot the PC due to damaged BIOS, you can use USB to download and boot the latest BIOS version. That is to say, you can update BlOS with USB.

Step 1. Find the PC model from the label attached to the PC.

Step 2. Download the latest BIOS suitable for the unbootable PC on a working PC.

Step 3. Extract the BIOS folder to get the files, format the USB drive to the FAT32 file system, and use it to make a bootable drive. 

Step 4. Copy the BIOS file to a USB drive and connect it to the PC you want to upgrade.

Step 5. Reboot the PC, and press F2 at the splash to invoke the BIOS.

Step 6. Move the USB HDD to the top boot priority in the Boot menu.

Step 7. Click F10 to save the changes and exit BIOS.

👉Method 2. Update BIOS Without USB

Here are the detailed steps to help you update BIOS without USB.

Step 1. Find out your PC model and BIOS version and open the Acer website. If not, log in to your Acer Care Center account to know your model and BIOS version. 

Step 2. On the Acer website, navigate to Support > Drivers and Manuals.

Step 3. Now, in the PC Category > Series > model, expand the BIOS/Firmware section. 

Step 4. Download the latest BIOS version and extract the folder.

Tip: Before running the BIOS file, connect the AC adapter to the PC to avoid shutdowns. A random shutdown between the BISO upgrade may damage the BIOS. 

Step 5. Double-click on the BIOS to run it. Read the warning, and click OK to proceed.

Let the PC upgrade the BIOS and restart. Now, it is equipped with the latest BIOS version.

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Why Need to Upgrade Acer BIOS

The BIOS powers the OS on your PC. It is the first software that runs on your PC and performs the POST, or Power On Self-Test. Before booting the OS, this checks if all the files and hardware are intact. If the PC fails to complete the POST, it won't boot. 

The BIOS contains all the instructions, including the POST, basic hardware, and software for your computer to load. It is software embedded in hardware. If your BIOS is outdated, it may affect the system's functioning and performance. 

If you upgrade the Acer BIOS Windows 10/11, you can improve PC and hardware performance and fix bugs, security, compatibility, and stability. The updates will also benefit Acer laptops running on the old BIOS, such as the Acer Nitro 5 and Acer Aspire 5.

To Sum Up

BIOS management is essential to optimally using Acer PCs. Learning how to upgrade BIOS Windows 10/11 will improve your overall system performance. The 2 methods above discuss updating the Acer BIOS with and without USB. The BIOS helps you boot the OS, but any damage or accident during the upgrade process will result in data loss. 

Before proceeding to update Acer BIOS, you must protect your data with backups from EaseUS Todo backup. With advanced backup solutions and recovery, Todo Backup is an ideal choice to safeguard your data against all odds.

FAQs on Updating BIOS on Acer PCs

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about updating Acer BIOS.

1. Should I update my BIOS?

Yes, especially if you see a dent in your PC's performance. An outdated BIOS will limit performance, stability, and compatibility. Updating the BIOS will help your PC reach optimal performance.

2. What key is BIOS for Acer?

F2 is the BIOS key for Acer in most Acer laptops. If you fail to invoke BIOS with F2, you can try the Del key.

3. How do I fix a corrupted Acer BIOS?

If your Acer BIOS is corrupted, you can reset all the settings to factory defaults. Invoke BIOS using F2 or Del keys, find the Load Setup Defaults in the BIOS menu, and click Restore Factory Settings.