Question: Do Motherboards Come with Bios Pre Installed?
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I.e.: New motherboard to the market will come with the latest BIOS but a motherboard that has been on the market for a few months and a very recent BIOS has been updated, it won’t becoming with the motherboard. Depending on your MOBO and CPU, it will be likely to boot up even if not supported.

Do I need to install BIOS on new motherboard?

In general, you shouldn’t need to update your BIOS that often. Installing (or “flashing”) a new BIOS is more dangerous than updating a simple Windows program, and if something goes wrong during the process, you could end up bricking your computer.

What BIOS version does my motherboard come with?

Check Your BIOS Version by Using the System Information Panel. You can also find your BIOS’s version number in the System Information window. On Windows 7, 8, or 10, hit Windows+R, type “msinfo32” into the Run box, and then hit Enter. The BIOS version number is displayed on the System Summary pane.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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