Gigabyte Technology BIOS W431U (1.0) Driver Download (Official)
The BIOS W431U (1.0) is a common computer motherboard manufactured by Gigabyte Technology. Update now to fix problems such as frequent crashing, computer shuts off unexpectedly, no audio or no video, or a blank screen on start up. This update - "notebook_bios_w431u_3b11.zip" - has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews, and has been downloaded 20 times. The uploader reports that this update will work successfully on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 451.0 KB.
Supported Models
BIOS W431U (1.0)
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
3B11 (29-Nov-2005)
Additional Notes
W431U (1.0)
14" WXGA (1280x768) Glare Type TFT LCD
IntelPentium M processor /Intel new generation 90 nm Dothan Processor with 2MB On-Die L2 Cache BIOS file
Uploaded By
Shekhar (DG Staff Member) on 23-Jan-2008
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 3B11dosforweb/BIOS.bat | 33 bytes | 14 Nov 2005 |
| 3B11dosforweb/BQ3B11.wph | 526.3 KB | 29 Aug 2005 |
| 3B11dosforweb/PHLASH16.EXE | 81.6 KB | 27 Mar 2003 |
| 3B11dosforweb/Readme.txt | 408 bytes | 14 Nov 2005 |
How to Update BIOS W431U (1.0) Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the BIOS W431U (1.0) driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Gigabyte Technology BIOS W431U (1.0) into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Gigabyte Technology Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Gigabyte Technology website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it. In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.
How to Open Device Manager
In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager
In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager
In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button
How to Install a driver from Device Manager
Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.
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