Prepare for the BIOS apocalypse



Which of these would be recommended options before performing a BIOS upgrade? Pick two.

A) Upgrade your applications to the latest versions

B) Check the BIOS release notes for any OS prerequisites

C) Connect to a reliable power source

D) Defragment your hard drive

E) Perform an inventory of your first aid kit


The answer: B) Check the BIOS release notes for any OS prerequisites and C) Connect to a reliable power source

You want to be sure there won’t be any problems during the BIOS upgrade process, so it’s useful to check any details in the release notes and connect to a reliable power source or UPS.

Want to know more? Watch “How to Install BIOS Upgrades.”

The upgrade of your computer’s BIOS is a simple and safe process when handled correctly. In this video, you’ll learn the steps to take to ensure your BIOS upgrade goes without a hitch.