Purpose
This download record provides four options for updating the BIOS of the following Intel Desktop Boards: D945GZTS, D945GZIS. You only need to download one.
Which file to choose
Recovery BIOS Update [TS0087P.BIO] - A .BIO file to be used for BIOS recovery process, regardless of operating system. In the unlikely event that a BIOS update is interrupted, it is possible the BIOS may be left in an unusable state. Use the Recovery BIOS update to recovering from this condition. It requires a blank CD or USB flash device.
ISO Image BIOS Update [TS0087P.ISO] - Bootable ISO image BIOS update; this is the recommended method to update the BIOS on systems running Linux. It requires a blank CD and a read/writeable CD drive.
Express BIOS Update [TS94610J.86A.0087.EB.EXE] - Self-extracting Windows-based update file includes Software License Agreement and the utility for updating the BIOS. It is designed to be used on Windows systems. This method is the most commonly used.
Iflash BIOS Update [TS94610J.86A.0087.IB.EXE] - A DOS-based utility to update the BIOS regardless of operating system. It requires a blank floppy diskette, a bootable CD or a bootable USB device.
Additional Notes
This download record provides four options for updating the BIOS of the following Intel Desktop Boards: D945GZTS, D945GZIS. You only need to download one.
Which file to choose
Recovery BIOS Update [TS0087P.BIO] - A .BIO file to be used for BIOS recovery process, regardless of operating system. In the unlikely event that a BIOS update is interrupted, it is possible the BIOS may be left in an unusable state. Use the Recovery BIOS update to recovering from this condition. It requires a blank CD or USB flash device.
ISO Image BIOS Update [TS0087P.ISO] - Bootable ISO image BIOS update; this is the recommended method to update the BIOS on systems running Linux. It requires a blank CD and a read/writeable CD drive.
Express BIOS Update [TS94610J.86A.0087.EB.EXE] - Self-extracting Windows-based update file includes Software License Agreement and the utility for updating the BIOS. It is designed to be used on Windows systems. This method is the most commonly used.
Iflash BIOS Update [TS94610J.86A.0087.IB.EXE] - A DOS-based utility to update the BIOS regardless of operating system. It requires a blank floppy diskette, a bootable CD or a bootable USB device.
Additional Notes
Below you can download the latest Intel bios upgrade for your motherboard after signup with the eSupport BIOSAgentPlus service.; You can identify your motherboard using the BIOS ID which is displayed on most computers at bootup.
Problem is: on the Intel website, at the time, BIOS update for the D946GZIS didn't work. The only one that works is the external USB key startup in DOS mode. Be carefull, it was a real pain before i discover the right one. Option 1: Update Intel BIOS / Motherboard drivers automatically. The Intel BIOS / Motherboard Driver Update Utility is intelligent software which automatically recognizes your computer’s operating system and Intel BIOS / Motherboard model and finds the most up-to-date drivers for it. Intel® Desktop Board D946GZIS. Support information for Intel® Desktop Board D946GZIS. Intel-SA-00088 for Intel® Desktop Boards. Intel released a Security Advisory regarding Software/Side Channel Analysis, Kernel Memory Leak. BIOS Update Instructions for Intel® Desktop Boards.
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We don't recommend BIOS updates for computers that do not need it. Review the recommendations below before updating your BIOS:
- Only update your BIOS if the latest version solves a problem you have. View latest BIOS fixes in the release notes included on the BIOS download page in Download Center.
- Before initiating a BIOS update, read and follow the update instructions. Open and print any PDF file from the online instructions table for easy reference.
- We don't recommend downgrading the BIOS to an earlier version. It might not be supported. An earlier BIOS version might not offer support for the latest processors, bug fixes, critical security updates, or support the latest board revisions currently manufactured.
- All images in the examples used in the instructions are for illustration purposes only. You need to select the correct BIOS files for your desktop board.
- If a BIOS update process is interrupted, your computer might not function properly. Perform the process in an environment with a steady power supply (preferably with UPS). If you have system issues after updating your BIOS version, see Troubleshooting BIOS Issues.
To identify your current BIOS version, check the BIOS version string: Binary domain walkthrough.
- During boot, enter the BIOS setup by pressing F2.
- Check the Main menu.
- The third segment of the BIOS version string (a 4-digit number) is the current BIOS version.
- Press Escape to exit BIOS Setup.
Example of BIOS ID string showing the version number:
BIOS update methods
Review the matrix to see which BIOS update method works for you.
BIOS Update Launched From: | Express BIOS Update1 | F7 BIOS Flash Update2 | iFlash BIOS Update | ISO Image BIOS Update | Recovery BIOS Update |
Windows | X | ||||
USB device (not bootable) | X | X | |||
USB device (bootable) | X | X | X | ||
CD (not bootable) | X | X | |||
CD (bootable) | X | X | X | ||
Diskette3 | X | X |
1 The Express BIOS Update is the simplest and most common method of updating the BIOS.
2 The F7 BIOS Flash Update is available on Intel® Desktop Boards beginning in 2009. To see if your board supports this feature, in BIOS Setup, check theBoot > Boot Display Options menu for the setting Display F7 to Update BIOS.
3 The disk method is used only when the BIOS update files are small enough to fit on a disk (smaller than 1.44 MB) and if the desktop board includes disk drive support.
Update your BIOS
Find the latest BIOS version for Intel® Desktop Boards.
Select one of the five methods below to update your Intel® Desktop Board BIOS. Install vga driver windows 10. The available options for a board varies depending on drive support and BIOS update file size. You only need to select one.
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Online Instructions | Download |
Express BIOS Update | Download the .PDF |
F7 BIOS Flash Update | Download the .PDF |
iFlash BIOS Update | Download the .PDF |
ISO Image BIOS Update | Download the .PDF |
Recovery BIOS Update | Download the .PDF |
Asus Bios Update
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