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    Should I update the BIOS?

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by WaffleBoy, Sep 13, 2011.

  1. WaffleBoy

    WaffleBoy Notebook Deity

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    Well, this week I will have G53SW-A1 at last... (shipping...)
    So, I really wanna know, should I update the BIOS? Why? Is it important?





    Edit:

    Here the last bios version:


    Version 203

    Description

    BIOS 203
    First Release

    File Size

    1,06 (MBytes)

    2011.03.28 update

    Download from

    Global (DLM) | Global | China
     
    WaffleBoy, Sep 13, 2011
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  2. bayport

    bayport Notebook Geek

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    Usually the rule of thumb with BIOS if you are not familiar with them is "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". Because if something goes wrong during a BIOS update, it can result in a dead computer.

    People usually update BIOS if they are having an issue with their current system. For example, my ASUS G60JX would freeze when i unplugged it from AC with the original BIOS. I updated my BIOS and the issue was resolved.

    Some people download custom system bios or custom vbios (videocard bios) that allow them to customize things like fan speeds, voltages, what temperature the fan RPM changes at, etc.

    I guess your question "Should i update the bios?" is a bit vague.

    If you are having problems, post them and we will see if they are possibly BIOS related.
     
    bayport, Sep 13, 2011
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  3. WaffleBoy

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    Well, thanks for your comment. First of all I have to recive the laptop. But really, as you said "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".

    thanks!
     
    WaffleBoy, Sep 13, 2011
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