How do I update my laptop's BIOS?

[RearMisser]

I want to update my laptop's BIOS to the latest version. Every time I restart it so it can prompt the BIOS to update it just boots straight into Windows. I check the BIOS version and it's still the same. I used the HP support assistant to update it. Also the laptop's model number is (m1-u001dx). Any solutions?

[Dragon-Fur]

@RearMisser 

Open the HP Support Assistant - find the listing for the BIOS update and set it to be ignored (or trashed - whatever is available).

• Open your computer's software and driver support website and select / open the BIOS category.
• Click See full details which opens the actual website page for the BIOS update
• Read all the information in each section - BIOS is fussy and delicate - read and be informed.
• Notebook?  Plug the device into AC power - leave connected to AC power the entire time the BIOS is updating.
• Download and Save the BIOS update to your computer
• Stop all other programs (browsers, games, editors, email, etc)
• Open File Explorer (formally Windows Explorer)
• Navigate to the folder where you saved the BIOS update file, likely Downloads
• Double-tap on the installation file to start the update.

Your BIOS update website page - Information and Download

HP Pavilion m1-u000 x360 Convertible - HP Notebook System BIOS Update (Intel Processors)

Reference and Resources – Places to find (more) help and learn about your Device

Clarification of terms and "what the device can do" (Specifications)

Device Homepage

NOTE:  Content depends on device type and Operating System

HP Drivers / Software and BIOS, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, User Guides, Product Information, more

HP Pavilion m1-u000 x360 Convertible

When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic

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[RearMisser]

When the application that updates the BIOS restarts my computer, nothing happens, the computer boots straight into Windows without updating the BIOS. I followed the instructions you gave me but the same thing still happens.

[Dragon-Fur]

@RearMisser 

It is possible there is something going on, of course - or perhaps the BIOS does not need an update.

You can check to see which version of the BIOS is already installed (currently running).

Control Panel > icon view > Administrative Tools > System Information

System Summary - Check the information next to BIOS Version / Date 

Regardless,

If the BIOS does not update, in so much that I am aware, there is no safe way to force the issue.

References

How to install BIOS Updates:

Select the option to manually install the BIOS update.

HP Notebook PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System)

HP Desktop PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System)

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[RearMisser]

Yes so I checked the current BIOS version and it is a very outdated version (F.23) from 2016. The latest version for it is (F.37) released this year. 

[Dragon-Fur · Accepted solution]

@RearMisser 

Not sure.  

Recommended

Before you make any changes, make sure you have backed up your most critical data to other than the computer.  For example, back up your important folders and files to the Cloud, to a USB stick, to a data storage (NAS), "somewhere" that you can access the data in the event that the computer becomes unavailable.

If you have not done so, manually check and possibly update (if needed) any other HP software and drivers.  As well, in general, everything tends to work better if Windows Updates are installed and current.

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You could try stepping up from the version you have loaded to the next newer version.

Open the section "Revision history" and scroll down to see information and download options.

Your BIOS update website page - Information and Download

HP Pavilion m1-u000 x360 Convertible - HP Notebook System BIOS Update (Intel Processors)

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[RearMisser]

I did what you said and it worked! I guess the old BIOS was not compatible with the newer BIOS and the newer one couldn't install itself. Thanks for your help!

[Dragon-Fur]

@RearMisser 

You are welcome.

It might be possible to step forward - or, if you are satisfied and the computer is happy the way it is now, leave it.

In general, it is best to only update the BIOS when you have reason to do so.

The HP Support Assistant is not always the best tool to update the BIOS.

Open HPSA Software

Settings > Set to “Notify” as opposed to “Auto-Update”

Save Changes > Restart the computer and log in

Open HPSA

Check for Updates > Use the list to determine candidates for update

If BIOS is offered, set to “ignore” or otherwise remove this update from list of potential updates

Install other HP software and updates using HPSA or manually install those updates

Happy Computing!

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