📺 Watch the full video tutorial here: YouTube Link
Keeping your BIOS up to date is essential for system stability, CPU compatibility, and overall performance—especially with modern ASUS motherboards like TUF, Prime, ROG Strix, and ProArt. In this complete step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to safely update your ASUS motherboard BIOS using the built-in EZ Flash 3.0 Utility.
✅ Why Update Your ASUS BIOS?
Updating your BIOS can:
- Improve system performance and stability
- Add support for newer CPUs and hardware
- Fix known bugs or firmware vulnerabilities
Whether you’re a PC builder or just upgrading your CPU, staying current can help avoid issues down the road.
🔧 What You’ll Learn in This Guide
This guide covers everything you need to perform a successful BIOS update:
1. How to Find and Download the Correct ASUS BIOS File
Visit ASUS Support and search for your specific motherboard model. Make sure to download the right BIOS version to avoid compatibility issues.
2. Unzipping and Renaming the BIOS File
Most BIOS downloads come in a ZIP format. You’ll need to unzip it and rename the file with the BIOSRenamer.
3. Copying the File to a USB Drive
Format a USB drive to FAT32 and copy the BIOS file to the root directory.
4. Entering the ASUS BIOS Setup
Restart your PC and press DEL or F2 to enter BIOS. Navigate to the Tool tab and launch EZ Flash 3.0 Utility.
5. Updating the BIOS with EZ Flash 3.0
Use the utility to locate the BIOS file on your USB and follow the prompts to update. Do not turn off your PC during this step.
6. Post-Update Reboot & Tips
Once the update finishes, your system will reboot. You may need to reconfigure BIOS settings or enable XMP for RAM profiles.
▶️ Video Timeline (For Quick Reference)
- 00:00 – Intro
- 00:28 – Downloading the correct BIOS
- 01:30 – Unzipping and renaming BIOS file
- 02:21 – Preparing the USB flash drive
- 03:47 – Entering ASUS BIOS
- 04:07 – Running EZ Flash 3.0
- 06:08 – Post-update reboot and tips
💻 Compatible ASUS Motherboards
This guide works with a wide range of modern ASUS boards, including:
- Chipsets: Z790, Z690, B550, X570, B450, Z590, H670, etc.
- Series: TUF Gaming, Prime, ROG Strix, ProArt
💡 Tip: Always double-check your exact model number and download only from the official ASUS website to avoid damaging your motherboard.
🛠 My PC Build (Used in the Video)
- Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming X670E Plus WiFi
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
- RAM: Corsair VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 6000MHz (32GB)
- SSD: WD BLACK 2TB SN850X NVMe
- GPU: ASUS ProArt GeForce RTX 4060 Ti
- Power Supply: Corsair RM850e
- Case: Corsair iCUE 4000D RGB Mid-Tower
- Cooler: Corsair H100x RGB Elite
- Fans: Corsair AF120 RGB
- Extras: NVMe Mounting Screws Kit, PWM Fan Splitter Cable
Watch the Full YouTube Tutorial Here:
🔗 Useful Links
- 🔧 BIOS Download Page: ASUS Support
- 📹 Watch Tutorial: YouTube Video
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