In this video, we will guide you on how to update the BIOS on your GIGABYTE motherboard. BIOS, or Basic Input/Output System, is a firmware that runs when you turn on your computer. It is responsible for initializing and configuring hardware components and loading the operating system. Updating your BIOS can bring new features, bug fixes, and improved system stability. Therefore, it is essential to keep your BIOS up to date. Before we begin, let's make sure you have everything you need for this process. First, you will need to know the model of your GIGABYTE motherboard. You can usually find this information on the motherboard itself or in the user manual. You will also need an empty USB flash drive with at least 8GB of storage capacity, and a working computer to download the BIOS file. The first step is to visit the GIGABYTE website and navigate to the support page for your motherboard model. You can search for it by entering the model name or selecting it from the product category and series. Once you find your motherboard's support page, look for the BIOS update file. Download the latest version and save it to your computer. Next, insert the empty USB flash drive into your computer and format it to the FAT32 file system. This step will erase all data on the USB drive, so make sure you have backed up any important files beforehand. After formatting the USB flash drive, create a new folder and name it "BIOS." Copy the BIOS update file you downloaded from the GIGABYTE website to the "BIOS" folder. Now, shut down your computer and unplug it from the power source. Open the computer case and locate the BIOS jumper. The BIOS jumper is a small plastic cap that covers two pins labeled "CLEAR CMOS" or "BIOS CLR." Remove the cap and place it on the adjacent pins for a few seconds to clear the CMOS memory. This step will reset the BIOS settings to their default values and prepare the motherboard for the BIOS update. After clearing the CMOS memory, replace the BIOS jumper to its original position and connect the USB flash drive to the computer. Power on the computer and press the key to access the BIOS setup utility. The key may vary depending on your motherboard model, but it is usually F2, DEL, or F10. In the BIOS setup utility, navigate to the "Q-Flash" or "BIOS Update" section. Select the option to update the BIOS from the USB flash drive and choose the BIOS update file you copied earlier. Follow the on-screen instructions to start the BIOS update process. Do not turn off the computer or unplug the USB flash drive during the update, as it may cause irreversible damage to the motherboard. Once the BIOS update is complete, the computer will restart automatically. Enter the BIOS setup utility again and check if the new BIOS version is correctly installed. You can also verify the BIOS version from the operating system using the System Information utility. In conclusion, updating the BIOS on your GIGABYTE motherboard is a straightforward process that can improve your system's performance and stability. Just make sure to follow the steps carefully and avoid interruptions during the update. If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to consult the GIGABYTE support team or refer to the user manual.

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