where can I download the latest HP Pavilion a1530n bios?

[lmwallnj]

Where can I download the latest bios for the HP Pavilion A1530N (with Leucite 2.0 motherboard).  The bios version on the board is 3.17.   I am trying to determine if there is a newer version. 

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

Yes, there is a newer version that the one you have now, but I wouldn't try running it on W10.

I have zipped and attached the BIOS update below.

Here is a copy and paste of the BIOS update info.

Title: P5LP-LE Motherboard BIOS Update

Version: 5.23

Description: P5LP-LE Motherboard BIOS update corrects SATA port information displayed in BIOS setup.

Purpose: Routine

Category: BIOS

Operating System:

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Business (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Business (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (32-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit)

Microsoft Windows Vista Starter

Language(s):

Global English

Enhancement/Fixes:

- Fixes BIOS Setup Menu Display for SATA Port 2 and 3 .

- Updates CPU microcode.

- Updates AWDFLASH to v115M for MXIC SPI Flash Support.

Prerequisites:

- You must be logged on as an administrator to install this update.

- You must have a Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.

- You must have a P5LP-LE motherboard.

Installation Instructions:

1. Click the Download Only button.
2. At the File Download screen, click the Save button.
3. At the Save As screen, save the file to your Desktop.
4. If a message appears stating that the file already exists, click YES to overwrite file.
5. Double-click the icon for the update downloaded to your desktop, and then click NEXT.
6. Follow on-screen instructions.
7. If prompted to restart the system upon completion of the update, click YES and allow system to restart.

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