Unable to update BIOS

FunkBlack · Nov 15, 2016

Hi...I just bought a new processor and i want to update my bios because the new version has more support for it.
I tried to upload the .ROM bios file to a bootable USB, but in my BBS Popup menu there's nothing but my HDD...My Mobo don't have the Easy Flash...
So then i tried Live Update...but i get an error... so im out of ideas and I need your help guys.

Full Specs:
MOBO G41T-M7
Processor: Intel Core Q9550
4 GB of RAM
Video Card: Radeon R7 260x

Thanks.

Saga Lout · Nov 15, 2016

Check the BIOS for a setting called USB Legacy Support and enable it. Without that, the USB Ports have no power until the Operating System cuts in.

FunkBlack · Nov 15, 2016

I cant find that option...but all my USB devices (Keyboard, Mouse, Headphones) light immediately after i press the power button.

Saga Lout · Nov 15, 2016

Does the existing BIOS recognise the USB device in Boot Options, and can it be moved to the primary drive position?

FunkBlack · Nov 16, 2016

Yes, I can select the Removeble Device as the First Boot Device.

MeanMachine41 · Nov 16, 2016

Hi FunkBlack

In case your still having problems, This was taken from the MB Manual.

Updating the BIOS
You can download and install updated BIOS for this motherboard from the manufacturer's Web site. Go here: http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Product/Product_DOWNLOAD.aspx?DetailID=1093&CategoryID=1&DetailName=Feature&MenuID=24&LanID=0
New BIOS provides support for new peripherals, improvements in performance, or fixes for known bugs.

Install new BIOS as follows:
If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing.
If your motherboard has an item called Firmware Write Protect in Advanced BIOS features, disable it.
(Firmware Write Protect prevents BIOS from being overwritten.)

Prepare a bootable device or create a bootable system disk. (Refer to Windows online help for information on creating a bootable system disk.)
Download the Flash Utility and new BIOS file from the manufacturer's Web site.
Copy these files to the bootable device.
Turn off your computer and insert the bootable device in your computer. (You might need to run the Setup Utility and change the boot priority items on the Advanced BIOS Features Setup page, to force your computer to boot from the bootable device first.)

At the C:\ or A:\ prompt, type the Flash Utility program name and the filename of the new BIOS and then press <Enter>. Example: AFUDOS.EXE 040706.ROM
When the installation is complete, remove the bootable device from the computer and restart your computer.
If your motherboard has a FlashBIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically.

NOTE; Read the section on How to use flash utility.

Saga Lout · Nov 16, 2016

I bet this bit is what's getting in the way.

"If your motherboard has a BIOS protection jumper, change the setting to allow BIOS flashing."

Nice one, MeanMachine41.

FunkBlack · Nov 16, 2016

Well..I have 2 jumpers on my motherboard:
One is near the CMOS cell battery
The second one is located near PCI Slots...

According to the user manual, the one near the PCI slots is Front panel USB power select jumper and the other one is Rear Panel USB/PS2 Power Select jumper...
Im not sure what Bios Protection Jumper is.

FunkBlack · Nov 18, 2016

Guys i need more information and maybe some instructions about that jumper...I never did a bios update before and i really have to do this.

Thanks.

Saga Lout · Nov 18, 2016

With the jumper in place, the BIOS can't be altered accidentally or purposely for whatever reason. If you can download the motherboard's schematic and pop the jumper off, you should be able to get where you want to be.

FunkBlack · Nov 18, 2016

So there's not going to be any problem if I start the computer without the jumpers?

Saga Lout · Nov 18, 2016

Only that jumper - no others. It will have to go back pretty soon after the BIOS has restarted in its new form because it prevents external tinkering with the settings.

FunkBlack · Nov 18, 2016

Thanks for your answers, but on my motherboard i have 2 of those jumpers..I is located near that cell battery, and the other one is near PCI slots.

Saga Lout · Nov 18, 2016

This form:-
http://www.ecs.com.tw/ECSWebSite/Support/TSSRequest.aspx?CategoryID
is on their Support webpages. If you fill it in and ask which jumper protects the BIOS, you take any guesswork out of the job.

MeanMachine41 · Nov 18, 2016

Those jumpers you referred to are not the ones, they are USB Power jumpers as you say and if there was a write protect jumper it would be clearly marked.
Maybe in your case protection is within the Bios called Firmware Write Protect.
Go to Advanced Bios features and try that.
I can't find any other schematic or defined method otherwise and as Saga Lout says you should contact ECS support if in doubt.

FunkBlack · Nov 19, 2016

I did asked them for support but in the noreply email says that i have to register or log in into their website to be able to see the actual message, but the only problem is that...there is no register button on their website.

Anyway...thanks for your help guys. I really apreaciate your time.

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