Update the BIOS for your Intel 865-based computer.
The BIOS (basic input/output settings) loads every time you start your computer. This basic software tells the computer all of the parts connected and allows you to load your operating system. It can be updated like any other piece of software, often improving the computer efficiency. The Intel 865 chipset is used on a number of motherboards, including Intel desktop and laptop boards, ASUS boards and MSI boards. Each motherboard manufacturer has its own BIOS, so download the appropriate BIOS update for your motherboard model.
Instructions
1. Click the "Start" button, go to the search bar and type "msinfo32" (XP users should click "run" and type this in the run box). Note the BIOS version, which will be listed under "BIOS Version/Date" in the System Information pop-up menu.
2. Go to the manufacturer's website of the computer you bought and check for a BIOS update from the "Downloads" page. For instance, if you own an HP laptop, go to the HP downloads page and search according to the model laptop you own. The manufacturer will have updates listed under the BIOS update section of its website.
3. Click on the BIOS update and download the files to your computer.
4. Read any readme file or instructions that came with the BIOS update. You may need to have certain patches or updates installed for your computer components (such as a video card update) before you can successfully update the BIOS. Never update the BIOS without first checking to see if there are requirements, which can cause your computer to become unstable.
5. Plug the computer into a power source. You don't want the computer battery running out during the update, which can cause your computer to become unbootable.
6. Shut down all programs and double-click on the .exe BIOS update file. The executable fill will perform an automatic BIOS update and will restart your computer.
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