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#1 sjmer
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It started in Far cry 2 and is spreading. I keep getting shut down by a blue screen that says something about a bios update from my vendor. what would a new bios do..would I have to reload everything? Thanks.

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A BIOS update would only alter the firmware on your motherboard. This is the first software that is run whenever you turn on your computer. It will run what is called POST. This mainly does a quick look at the hardware to see what it is and if everything has basic functions (it responds to a query).

You will not have to reload any of your programs or games.

WARNING - Follow the BIOS update proceedure to the letter. Any mistakes or deviations can cause serious problems.