To "flash the BIOS" means to install an update to the BIOS firmware. You are replacing the older BIOS version with a newer version. Unless you are experiencing bugs ...

There are certain computer tasks that even professional technicians don't like tackling. For myself, one of the most nerve-wracking was updating a computer's BIOS. The BIOS is like a primitive ...

CSM or Compatibility Support Mode is a part of UEFI Firmware and is used to make an operating system and other connected devices compatible with the UEFI. It is only used by devices when the ...

XHCI Hand-Off in BIOS refers to the transition of USB 3.0 controller management from the BIOS to the operating system. XHCI stands for eXtensible Host Controller Interface, which is the standard ...

As someone who tinkers with PC hardware for a living, I’m generally the first stop for friends and family members who are having issues with their PC. There are a lot of simple fixes — it’s still easy ...

A BIOS update is especially necessary when you are about to upgrade your old computer to a newer processor. However, this process requires some skill. Here we give a general guide on how to update the ...

I am aware of all the sources stating that UEFI replaces BIOS. And i'm aware that UEFI includes legacy mode. But this question is not about UEFI legacy mode. "A common misconception is that UEFI is a ...