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04-05-2026 08:07 AM
I cannot launch HP Assistant and need to update my BIOS
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04-05-2026 09:14 AM
Welcome to the HP Community --
@Dundonald19 wrote:I cannot launch HP Assistant and need to update my BIOS
HP Support Assistant is just one method to access your installed and supported HP computer -- and sometimes it is not even the best way.
If there is a BIOS update waiting (eligible) for your HP computer and your version of Windows, find the update in your computer's support Website in Category Software & Drivers, set for your supported version of Windows.
- Enter the device type and model name of your HP product
- Open Category Software & Drivers
- Update / Correct the Operating System version to Windows and the supported version
- Submit to open the driver page
- Open all to expand the driver list
The BIOS update, if there is one available, is typically the first driver listed.
The update package, if it exists, can be downloaded and installed on your computer.
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When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic
NOTE: Content depends on device type and Operating System
Categories: Warranty Check, Alerts, Troubleshooting, Security & Viruses, Software & Drivers, Setup & User Guides, Product Specifications, Accounts and Registration, Warranty & Repair
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04-05-2026 09:14 AM
Welcome to the HP Community --
@Dundonald19 wrote:I cannot launch HP Assistant and need to update my BIOS
HP Support Assistant is just one method to access your installed and supported HP computer -- and sometimes it is not even the best way.
If there is a BIOS update waiting (eligible) for your HP computer and your version of Windows, find the update in your computer's support Website in Category Software & Drivers, set for your supported version of Windows.
- Enter the device type and model name of your HP product
- Open Category Software & Drivers
- Update / Correct the Operating System version to Windows and the supported version
- Submit to open the driver page
- Open all to expand the driver list
The BIOS update, if there is one available, is typically the first driver listed.
The update package, if it exists, can be downloaded and installed on your computer.
===================================
Message Content References
-- Take advantage of the extensive HP Video collection --
↓↓↓↓↓↓↓↓
Technology Tips - Video Gallery from our HP Expert greenturtle
Technology Tips– YouTube Video Help for Printers
HP Support Official Channel – HP Support Video Gallery
=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=
References / Resources
===========================================
HP Device Home Page - References and Resources
Learn about your Device - Solve Problems
When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic
NOTE: Content depends on device type and Operating System
Categories: Warranty Check, Alerts, Troubleshooting, Security & Viruses, Software & Drivers, Setup & User Guides, Product Specifications, Accounts and Registration, Warranty & Repair
Open
Enter the device type and model name of your HP product
Thank you for participating in the HP Community --
Real people who own, use, and support HP devices.
Click Yes to say Thank You !
Question / Concern Answered, Click my Post "Accept as Solution"