Is there a firmware update for hdmi 1.4 to 2.0

[Joshm18]

So I'm looking to make use if hdmi 2.0 but my device has 1.4. After researching a bit I found that some devices only require a firmware update where as other's hardware still wouldn't be compatible. So I was wondering if hp simply had a firmware update or not. Thank you.

[A4Apollo · Accepted solution]

Hi! @Joshm18, Welcome to HP forums.

I understand you would like to know if you can upgrade HDMI 1.4 version to 2.0 on your PC.

Don't worry I'd like to help you out.

Did you make any software or hardware changes on your PC?

Do you have connection issues using the HDMI connection on your PC?

The answer is no and there is no firmware update to change HDMI 1.4 version to 2.0.

It is a graphics card limitation, to change it from HDMI 1.4 to 2.0 version you have to upgrade the graphics card on your laptop.

However, as you are using a laptop graphics card upgrade is not possible as the graphics card is embedded in the system board.

So you have to replace the entire system board to upgrade the graphics card.

Refer the laptop user guide to know more information. Click Here

Note: Refer page 4 for more information.

If you have HDMI connection issues you can try the steps recommended below and check if it helps.

Try connecting the TV to a different HDMI port and check if the issue persists.

Also, connect the TV to a different PC and check if you are able to see the display.

Try restoring the BIOS to default and check if it helps.

1.    Turn off the computer and wait five seconds.
2.    Press the Power button to start the computer and repeatedly press the F10 key to enter the BIOS setup menu.
3.    On the BIOS Setup screen, press F9 to select and load the BIOS Setup Default settings.
4.    Press F10 to Save and Exit.
5.    Use the arrow keys to select Yes, then press Enter when asked Exit Saving Changes?
6.    Follow the prompts to restart your computer.

Please uninstall the graphics driver from device manager and update the graphics driver and BIOS from the link below.

Go to windows desktop

Hold Windows key + Letter R key.

Run dialog box would open type devmgmt.msc

Device manager window will open.

Expand display adapter.

Right click and click uninstall.

Restart your PC and install the graphics driver.

You can update the drivers on your PC using HP support assistant.

Refer this article to know more information about using HP support assistant.

Lastly, try running a system diagnostics test on your PC and check if the hardware components on your PC are functioning correctly.

Refer this article to know more information about running system diagnostics on your PC. Click Here

Refer this article to further troubleshoot HDMI issues with your PC. Click Here

Hope this answers your query!

I hope you have a great day! 🙂

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[Joshm18]

Oh so the hdmi connection goes to the graphics card? Dang alright then. Thanks. I was just needing to make use of hdmi 2.0 bandwidth. So would've just been nice. Thanks for the response.

[A4Apollo]

@Joshm18, Thanks for your prompt response and time.

I appriciate your efforts for writing back to us.

I'm glad I was able to answer your query.

If you have any queries in future related to any HP products, you can always reach out to us.

We will try our best to help you out.

Take care,
Have a great day! 🙂

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