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MiniTool Partition Wizard
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3 Expert Solutions to the MSI BIOS Update Failed Issue
October 14, 2025 - If you update MSI BIOS via Windows update but it fails, you can troubleshoot the Windows update service and then update Windows again to see if the issue can be solved. To troubleshoot the Windows update service, the easiest way is to run the ...
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MSI
msi.com › page › live-update-5-manual
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Graphics Cards: Drivers / BIOSGraphics Cards: Drivers / BIOSGraphics Cards: Drivers / BIOSGraphics Cards: Drivers / BIOSGraphics Cards: Drivers / BIOSGraphics Cards: Drivers / BIOS · Do NOT use Live Update for AIO PC and Notebooks.
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PCPartPicker
pcpartpicker.com › forums › topic › 116233-msi-motherboard-bios-updates-through-msi-live-update-safe
MSI Motherboard BIOS UPDATES through MSI LIVE UPDATE SAFE???? - PCPartPicker
The bios update took kept crashing perhaps due to virus or corruption issue in build. But in its defense it did not nerf bios ever just closed. But after wiping hd and installing Windows 7 64 bit and really not much else the program worked perfectly. I used Msi website to get last live update version and bios was first item.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/msi_gaming › [help] can’t get bios to update
r/MSI_Gaming on Reddit: [Help] Can’t get BIOS to update
January 14, 2025 -

Hi, I have a MPG B550 GAMING PLUS (MS-7C56) which I cannot get to take a bios update. I suspect this is because it is a prebuilt computer, and they have their own version of bios. I am trying to update bios because I have bought a new CPU, an AMD Ryzen 7 5700x3D.

Let me preface this by saying I have never messed around in bios before. There is a reason I have a prebuilt. Haha.

The current version of BIOS I am on is listed as E7C56AKB.1K5 I have tried updating the bios normally - downloading latest not in beta version for my specific motherboard, extracting and placing the file in the root directory of a 32gb USB newly formatted to FAT32. I have tried using the flash bios usb port on the motherboard, and multiple other usb ports. I tried using the bios flash button on the motherboard. I have also tried using rufus to format usb to FAT32, non-bootable. Renaming the update file to MSI.ROM did not work either.

When trying to use forum UEFI Shell flash tool - which seems to be my only option that I have found - it gives me the message «source files missing»

I have sent an email to the company that made my pc (komplett.no) but I am afraid they will take multiple days to answer and I would like this fixed sooner than later.

Is there any way to get the latest update for my board, or force the board to use a normal msi bios? Why won’t uefi flash tool work? Is it a usb issue, mobo issue, or windows issue? And I want to be sure this will work with the new cpu (ryzen7 5700x3D) please.

Thanks for any help. Pictures of bios and what m-flash shows when the bios file is in root directory of usb.

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The problem is likely something very simple - like you did not extract the archive, or the files are in a subfolder instead of the root. Do not just use the "send to" usb - actually look at it - pay attention to where the files are and what they are called. Make sure they are in the place that MSI expects or it won't work. Also stop trying to use the autoflash feature - that's only really there for when your CPU is not supported and you can't boot. Instead just go into bios and enter the EZ Flash menu. You should be able to select the usb stick and navigate into subfolders and select the bios then.
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Download the 7C56v1J3 BIOS from here - it's not really a Beta anymore as it was released in last September ... https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MPG-B550-GAMING-PLUS/support Extract the ZIP to a folder and set it aside ... Next follow this video exactly to prepare a USB 3.x USB stick 32GB or less in GPT and FAT32. The USB stick used in this video was a 32GB Lexar S80 USB 3.x JumpDrive from Staples. Do not use a USB 2.0 stick or a USB 2.0 port. Always use a USB 3.x flash drive and port. This will prevent Secure Flash from blocking the procedure ... https://youtu.be/GX724sU0GyY Once you have your USB stick prepared, download the UEFI Shell BIOS Tool from here ... https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?threads/forum-uefi-shell-flash-tool-v1-57-for-msi-boards-%E2%9C%94.343010/ Extract the ZIP to a folder on the desktop, then follow this video exactly to prepare your bootable USB BIOS Flash Key. You will feed this tool the E7C56AMS.1J3 file you downloaded above ... https://youtu.be/Hwjt-6aXPrE Once this is complete, the USB stick should have the above BIOS file and an EFI folder. Nothing else. Make sure you have this flash drive inserted into a USB 3.x port, reboot back into your BIOS, and follow this video ... https://youtu.be/f6z50QwS6Gs ... ... to change a few settings in your BIOS so that the UEFI Shell BIOS Tool will boot correctly and flash your BIOS. This procedure will take around 7 minutes total and was performed on an MSI B550 A-Pro - i.e. that same exact board as the B550 Gaming Plus - same BIOS code, same model number, same PCB, same layout, different passive heatsinks and I/O shield. After the BIOS update, if Windows 10 no longer boots for you, enter the BIOS and enable CSM. Then save and exit. Windows 11 does not support CSM unless specific hackery were used to make it work.
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How to Download, Install, and Use MSI Live Update - MiniTool Partition Wizard
July 19, 2023 - To update drivers and BIOS, MSI Live Update requires an Internet connection. Otherwise, the update will fail. However, some people report that they get the No Internet Connection error during the update process.
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MSI
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BIOS not updating.
February 4, 2025 - Requesting B650 Tomahawk BIOS fix for incompatible TPM with COD!
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/msi_gaming › pc won't boot due to bios update
r/MSI_Gaming on Reddit: PC won't boot due to BIOS update
June 1, 2023 -

Hi , I tried updating my BIOS on my B450 gaming plus max motherboard, only to start crasing windows and applications about 5 minutes afterwards. I tried different versions of BIOS afyer that to solve this problem with the last one being the earliest. Since then The PC won't boot up and will only power on the tower . Also the CPU debug light turns on . Any advice?

Update: I went to a net cafe and downloaded the BIOS file which was compatible with my cpu (AMD Ryzen 5 5600G) renamed it MSI.ROM and flashed BIOS with the flash button . After the pc booted back up I went ahead and updated everything through MSI live update 6 and now everything works like clockwork.

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Eleven Forum
elevenforum.com › windows support forums › devices and drivers
I recently did BIOS update and my PC is stuck at MSI start up logo | Windows 11 Forum
May 30, 2024 - ... If this issue continues I would check the CMOS battery voltage since I've had BIOS problems when the voltage drops below 3V. You could also try reflashing the BIOS with the same or previous BIOS version. ... I think it says in the MSI Centre or somewhere on MSI "If the computer computes ...
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Tenorshare
4ddig.tenorshare.com › windows fix › how to update bios msi? step-by-step guide
How to Update BIOS MSI? Step-By-Step Guide
July 14, 2023 - Visit the official MSI website and locate the BIOS update file suitable for your motherboard model. Download the latest BIOS version and save it to your computer. Insert the USB drive into your computer and ensure that it is recognized.
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Tom's Hardware Forum
forums.tomshardware.com › home › motherboards
MSI Live update 6.2.0.42 not updating | Tom's Hardware Forum
September 23, 2018 - Probably dropped your motherboard from the list of supported products. Check the following link: https://us.msi.com/support#support_download Just shows msi motherboards, I have a gigabyte one
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Steam Community
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Do NOT update Bios if MSI motherboard :: Hardware and Operating Systems
August 10, 2024 - MSI just released a new BIOS for motherboards over this 14900K Intel fiasco. Do NOT install it, you will not be able to change any BIOS setting and will be stuck with DDR at 4800mhz speeds and unable to change XMP profile or any setting in BIOS. IF you DO install this mess, soon as your Bios menu posts in that first millisecond hit F7 to be able to click their Bios updater to revert back to your old Bios.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/pcmasterrace › msi live update 6 problem, no option for bios update?
r/pcmasterrace on Reddit: MSI live update 6 problem, no option for bios update?
December 27, 2018 -

Desperately need to update my bios, consulting my manual and the YouTube video from MSI, my live update 6 app should provide me with the bios update, however I do not have the option to scan or update my bios (YouTube video showed options I do not have in mine).

All I have available is AMD chipset drivers. I am updating that, does that accomplish the same goal or do I need to complete another download to update my bios?

Really confused and frustrated with MSI’s directions here.

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Tom's Hardware Forum
forums.tomshardware.com › home › motherboards
Msi Live Update 6 updating issue. | Tom's Hardware Forum
September 11, 2014 - Well recently my Msi live update 6 software is not updating to its recent bios when it finishes downloading. I uninstalled live update 6 and re installed it and it is still doing the same thing. After when it gets done I got my history and current version and it says incompleted when it is done downloading all the stuff.
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Tom's Hardware Forum
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[SOLVED] - Msi MB Bios Update Stuck | Tom's Hardware Forum
September 8, 2020 - I think you should try that. Make sure to have the right BIOS file. ... Do you see any sign of life, such as fan spinning or lights on? Try this: Power off the PC. Disconect the power cord. Press the power button a couple of times. Remove the CMOS battery. Wait 10 minutes and insert the CMOS ...
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/buildapc › warning to those using msi motherboards: do not use msi live update to flash your bios.
r/buildapc on Reddit: Warning to those using MSI motherboards: DO NOT use MSI Live Update to flash your BIOS.
November 26, 2013 -

I should've Google'd this prior to assuming it'd be fine.

I built my new Z87-G45-based gaming PC a few months ago, and everything has been great. It worked very well, and was very fast. The Fractal R4 case made it all look awesome as well (thanks, r/buildapc.)

With that said, MSI Live Update was installed when I installed the various motherboard drivers. It seemed to work well and helped keep my various drivers up to date.

Today I noticed there was an update to MSI Live Update (forgot the version, it may have been available for a while.) I installed the updated, and the software mentioned that all sorts of stuff had available updates.

I installed them as it recommended, and all of the sudden everything went black. A reboot didn't fix it. Clearing the CMOS didn't fix it.

So -- for those of you who are have this tool -- DO NOT USE IT TO UPDATE YOUR BIOS!

Google reveals that this has happened to numerous people.

Just thought I'd share.

Ian

Edit -

I should add that this applies to any motherboard manufacturer as well. You should never flash your BIOS in Windows.

Edit #2 -

u/noneabove1182 reports that MSI Live Update messed other stuff up as well.

u/JVista reports similar problems.

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MSI
us.msi.com › page › live-update-6-manual
Live Update 6 Instruction
Download Live Update 6 Live Update 6 supports the following MSI product lines and items: Motherboards: Drivers / BIOS / Utilities; Graphics Cards: Drivers / BIOS
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EaseUS
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FIXED: PC Won't Boot After BIOS Update
6 days ago - It can detect and repair damaged or broken files. You can use this feature to resolve all booting problems after the BIOS update. You may need to create Windows 10 installation media and then perform Startup Repair.