
Just repeat the process, and if the problem still persists, update the original BIOS file.
All the while there was a lurking danger - if something went wrong, you would be left with an essentially unusable motherboard…
Not an operation for the novice, and not one that even PC enthusiasts approached with enthusiasm.
If you are not comfortable in performing the steps indicated by your motherboard's manual, please contact your motherboard manufacturer or system assembler for assistance.
It is important to keep the components on your motherboard in good working order, not just for playing games but for general system performance.
Upgrading the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) of your computer's motherboard, also sometimes called 'flashing,' used to be a complex operation full of potential perils for your PC.
The task involved downloading the correct BIOS file, the proper CMOS chip flashing software, rebooting the PC into DOS mode, applying the correct commands and then waiting in suspense until the update finished.
In recent years, things have gotten a whole lot more friendly on the BIOS upgrade front, and markedly more failure resistant too.
It's likely that the major motherboard manufacturers realized that consumers were simply not bothering to update their motherboards due to the complexities involved.
Consult your Motherboard Manual Before Making Changes Editing the system BIOS and motherboard settings improperly can result in system failure.
Be sure to read your motherboard's manual thoroughly before attempting to flash your BIOS or update your motherboard's chipset drivers.