Question on BIOS 203 for G74SX

[Lorca]

I have a simple question and perhaps I'll be answering my own question. I still have the bios version that came with my laptop(201) and honestly, I haven't had any problems that I'm aware of. So my logic tells me that if it isn't broken why fix it. Is it wise to update even if I don't have, apperently, any problems or should I stay with the old version? And btw, what new features/fixes does 203 bring to the table? Thanks.

[Retired]

Thanks for the quick replies.
@BrodyBoy: I sent the computer away the next day and will hopefully get it back soon.
@Yahooligan: I used the BIOS update function (EasyFlash) to avoid trouble but I was not aware that NTFS formatted devices are a cause for concern. Thanks for pointing that out and I will surely keep that in mind.

[dstrakele]

Here's a good guide for all your future BIOS flashing needs: http://forum.notebookreview.com/asus/174395-bios-update-guide-asus-notebooks.html

[ricksaint]

dstrakele wrote:
Here's a good guide for all your future BIOS flashing needs: http://forum.notebookreview.com/asus/174395-bios-update-guide-asus-notebooks.html

When using this guide, make sure you follow these instructions:
Caution! Users of newer ASUS laptops (N71JQ, for instance) report that, at least when using the EasyFlash method, placing the BIOS file on an NTFS harddrive partition and then updating from there results in a failed flash and a "bricked" computer. So, please DO NOT place the BIOS file on a harddrive partition when using EasyFlash, but use a USB key instead, and for safety make sure it is formatted using FAT32 and not NTFS.

[Lorca]

I guess my logic was correct after I read the link posted above:


When should you update the BIOS?

"The BIOS should be updated only if the update is needed. For every BIOS update that you are considering, you should first check the list of changes and bugfixes on support.asus.com. If some of those changes solve issues that you have been having (e.g., you've been having problems with loud fans, and the new BIOS corrects the temperature thresholds where the fans kick in), then you should update. If none of the changes are relevant (e.g., microcode for a new CPU has been added to the BIOS, but you're using the older CPU), then you should not update. So, the rule of thumb is: don't fix what ain't broken."

[380mcn]

if it ain't broken, it doesn't need fixing!
i updated sentellic drivers and atk and i lost the Fn F9 touchpad enable/disable cycle.. it is always on. i rolled back both drivers/softwares. it works! i just wanted to update and had no need of that!