Determining your BIOS version is straightforward using either operating system utilities or pre-boot methods. Here are the reliable ways:
Method 1: Using Windows System Information
- Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type
msinfo32
and press Enter. - In the System Information window, look under System Summary.
- Locate "BIOS Version/Date": The value displayed next to it shows your BIOS version and date.
Method 2: Using Windows Command Prompt or PowerShell
- Press Win + R, type
cmd
orpowershell
, and press Enter. - Run the command:
wmic bios get smbiosbiosversion
- The output displays your current BIOS version.
Method 3: During System Startup (POST)
- Restart your computer.
- Watch carefully as the system powers on, before the OS loads.
- Look for text displayed on the screen indicating the BIOS manufacturer (e.g., InsydeH2O, AMI, Phoenix, Award) and the version number (e.g., *, A.B.C).
These methods provide quick access to your system's BIOS firmware version without requiring third-party software or accessing the BIOS setup itself.