: It was a popular choice for manufacturers like Gigabyte, Biostar, and Foxconn, often appearing under names like Phoenix Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG.

Enter the BIOS (F2) and select "Load Optimized Defaults" or "Load Setup Defaults."

Most manufacturers provide a Windows-based utility like for a safer update experience. If that's not available, you will need to use the DOS-based AWDFLASH utility.

Look for a long string of numbers and letters at the bottom left of the screen (the Award/Phoenix ID string).

Before attempting an update, you must identify your exact motherboard model to ensure the update file is compatible. Using an incorrect BIOS version can "brick" the motherboard, rendering it unbootable. Desktop Users

The Ultimate Guide to the Phoenix Technologies Ltd 6.00 PG BIOS Update

Do not use a BIOS update from a different motherboard model, even if it uses the same BIOS version. Use software like CPU-Z or physically check the motherboard for the model number.