Keeping Your System Updated: A Comprehensive Guide to Windows and BIOS Updates

Maintaining an up-to-date system is crucial for both security and performance. This guide from KEYS GALAXY explains how to use Windows Update to obtain the latest updates for your operating system and BIOS. We pride ourselves on providing original software licenses with quick digital delivery. Keeping your system up-to-date not only ensures smooth operation but also protects against potential threats.

Why Update Your System?

Regular updates are essential to keep your device running efficiently. Windows Update makes it easy to access the latest features, patches, and security improvements.

Benefits of System Updates

• Enhanced Security: Updates often include critical security patches, protecting your device from vulnerabilities.
• Improved Performance: Updates can optimize your system, leading to faster and more stable performance.
• New Features: Updates introduce new functionalities, keeping your device current with the latest technology.

Updating Windows on Windows 11

Here’s how to update your Windows 11 system:

Steps to Update Windows 11

1. Open Windows Update Settings: Type “Windows Update settings” in the Windows search bar and click “Open.”
2. Check for Updates: Click the “Check for updates” button.
3. Install Updates: If updates are available, they will automatically download and begin installation. Some updates may require you to manually click “Install now.”
4. Restart Device: Some updates require a restart. Select “Restart now” or schedule a restart at your convenience.

   Note: Make sure to save your work before restarting your device.

5. View Update History: Once updates are complete, you can view your “Update history” to see previous update data.

Updating BIOS on Windows 11

BIOS updates are crucial for maintaining hardware compatibility and stability. Here’s how to update your BIOS using Windows Update on systems that support it.

Steps to Update BIOS on Windows 11

1. BIOS Update Notification: When a BIOS update is ready, you’ll receive a notification indicating a system restart is required. You can also find this information in Device Manager > Firmware > System Firmware > Properties.
2. Restart for BIOS Update: Save your work and restart your device.
3. BIOS Update Screen: During the BIOS update, a progress bar will display. The process is automatic, so no user intervention is needed.

   Important: Ensure your device is plugged in during the BIOS update and do not interrupt the power supply. Interrupting a BIOS update can cause system malfunctions, requiring service at a repair center.

4. Complete BIOS Update: After the device restarts and boots into Windows, the BIOS update is complete.
5. Verify BIOS Update: Check your BIOS version to confirm the update was successful.Learn more about how to check BIOS version here.

Updating Windows on Windows 10

The process for updating Windows on Windows 10 is similar to Windows 11:

Steps to Update Windows 10

1. Open Windows Update Settings: Search for “Windows Update settings” in the Windows search bar and open it.
2. Check for Updates: Click “Check for updates.”
3. Install Updates: Available updates will download and install automatically. You may need to click “Install now” for some updates.
4. Restart Device: Some updates require a restart. Choose “Restart now” or schedule a restart.

   Note: Save your work before restarting your device.

5. View Update History: After updating, you can see the details of previous updates in “View update history.”

Updating BIOS on Windows 10

BIOS updates on Windows 10 follow the same process as Windows 11:

Steps to Update BIOS on Windows 10

1. BIOS Update Notification: You’ll receive a notification to restart your system when a BIOS update is available. Alternatively, check Device Manager > Firmware > System Firmware > Properties.
2. Restart for BIOS Update: Save your work and restart your device.
3. BIOS Update Screen: A progress bar will show during the update process, and no manual input is needed.

   Important: Keep your device connected to power and do not disconnect the power supply. Interrupted BIOS updates can cause significant issues.

4. Complete BIOS Update: The update is finished once your device restarts and boots to Windows.
5. Verify BIOS Update: Check your BIOS version to ensure successful installation. Learn more about checking BIOS version here.

Troubleshooting

If your BIOS update fails, ensure the power is connected and restart to see if it resumes. If issues persist and the system doesn’t display, send your device to a repair center.

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Key Takeaways

• Regular system updates are critical for security and performance.
• Use Windows Update for easy access to the latest updates.
• BIOS updates enhance hardware compatibility and stability.
• Save your work before any update process.
• Always keep your device powered during BIOS updates.

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