Insydeflash Windows Bios Flash Utility Download
hi
I have a problem installing a BIOS update. i have a HP Compaq cq61-414eo and have version BIOS version F.21, and want to update it to F.23 but don't know how to do it in Ubuntu. i tried installing Windows XP in Virtualbox, but there is an error saying that i need to be admin to install, even if i am admin (typical windows ). I also tried installing it with Wine and it says the same thing 'InsydeFlash can not load the driver. Please close all applications. If you are running this utility in Windows XP, please run as administrator.'
the reason i am doing this is because i read that this laptop gets very hot and starts crashing after 1-2 hours of use, and that Virtualbox gets confused when trying to install Kali and thinks this is a 32bit, even if it is 64bit (not sure if this is related to the BIOS but worth a try)
is there some other way of installing this update, or am i missing something?
not sure if this is an Ubuntu problem or windows problem, hopefully i'm posting this in the right forum
This document is for HP and Compaq notebook computers.
Download and install updates to the computer BIOS. This process is also known as 'flashing the BIOS'.
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Comprehensive tools for InsydeH2O help streamline BIOS. Source code level Diagnostic and Debugging Tool for Windows and Linux. Firmware Flash Tool. Feb 14, 2014 - hi I have a problem installing a BIOS update. I have a HP Compaq. I also tried installing it with Wine and it says the same thing 'InsydeFlash can not load the driver. If you are running this utility in Windows XP, please run as administrator.' Some use a flash method from USB, DVD or even floppy.
Only install BIOS updates from HP. Installing the BIOS incorrectly can prevent the computer from starting or being recovered. If your computer is managed by an IT service, contact them for the correct update process.
Updating the BIOS is recommended as standard maintenance of the computer. It can also help resolve the following issues:
- An available BIOS update resolves a specific issue or improves computer performance.
- The current BIOS does not support a hardware component or a Windows upgrade.
- HP support recommends installing a specific BIOS update.
For business computers such as ProBook, EliteBook, and ZBook models, your company IT department or local IT service might manage BIOS settings. If you cannot access the BIOS settings or install updates, find out if there are any company or IT service restrictions preventing this action.