So to make all a little short, by mistake I double update the BIOS, PC stop working. The MoBo a Larrybird-B, with AMIBIOS8, so far tried some methods.
Methods used:
Formatting the USB to FAT32 and FAT.
Placing the .ROM file in the root, changing name to AMIBOOT, HPBIOS.
Try using the Phoenix tools or andy’s tools to decompress files in order to use in a USB with the UEFI Support Enviroment or to see the correct file name to make the recovery.
Using a HEX editor in order to seek the correct name for the .ROM so the recovery could start.
Everytime I force the recovery using Ctrl and Home button a two series of 8 beeps of 1 second long occurs, between each series a 2/3 seconds waiting occurs.
I don’t know what else to do. Already seek help in MDL, HP Support Forum, so far nothing that could help me.
Wont be home for the next 4 hours, sorry if I don’t reply. What else do you recommend to do, besides seding it to a repair shop or calling HP, second one I already did, I’m posting this because I don’t want to use the first option, because of the place where I live.
My drivers in case you want to check BIOS softpaq.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareCategory?os=4132&lc=es&cc=uy&dlc=es&sw_lang=&product=5298228
Thank you in advance. Will come back later.
Answer #1
This cannot be fixed!
You’re gonna have to get the motherboard replaced, There are pretty much two ways to go about it:
1. Via HP (Provided it’s still under warranty)
However, Depending on if you played your cards right, This may not be doable!
Generally speaking, When it comes to electronic appliances, The warranty covers almost everything, Except for physical/water/fire damage, However, It’s also up to the discretion of the manufacturer, And this could be a big problem for you if you told HP the same story as you did here! So basically, Unless you told em something along the lines of “I turned on my computer today and it doesn’t show anything on the screen” then they might decide NOT to service it as it would be obvious that you induced this problem yourself!
2. Do it manually, There should be a part number on your motherboard, Just look it up on ebay and odds are you’ll find someone who’s selling it. If you’re unsure on how to open up your computer, Just look up it’s service/maintenance guide on HP’s site (Or Google) and take it from there.
Good luck!
Answer #2
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&docname=c02693833
Does that work?
If your bios is so dead as to not recognise anything and not boot, you might as well buy a new Mobo – it’s cheaper than getting a bios chip, sometimes.
You might have bios reset jumper on your mobo – look in your manual.
You might also be lucky if you take the battery out and leave it overnight – that often makes the bios go back to defaults.
Answer #3
I was searching for the old method I use to recover my bios using a floppy disc and came across this:
What Are the Best Tips for BIOS Recovery?
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-are-the-best-tips-for-bios-recovery.htm
Going by the info..You can also do it using a flash drive..
Answer #4
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Warranty expired 4 weeks ago, funny right. And no man I never told the true story, just behave like if I just know how to turn on and off the PC.
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Yes already tried, that method, applies really good if you haven’t erased the HP Tools partition after 3 days of bought the PC. So far tried using a USB Flash Drive, but didn’t work, since I need a .DEC and .BIN (I think) in the HP UEFI Support Environment (both obtained using the Phoenix Tools, which my .ROM don’t have), And since you mention that, something I miss in the first post was that there are two sets of jumpers pins, no jumpers on them, called, Boot Block Recovery and Boot Block Write Enable, I was looking for info of them and nothing show up. But if I put a jumper in the Boot Block Enable, does the same function as Ctrl plus Home button, but nothing else.
And no manual just a 10 pages file with the most simple info available for the mobo.
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Thank will check out your info later, maybe I’m missing something and that page helps me.
Answer #5
Tried this?
Clearing the CMOS settings
Do not change any jumper setting while the computer is on. Damage to the motherboard can result.
This motherboard has a jumper to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. Clear CMOS Jumper Pin1 and Pin2 Clear
Pin2 and Pin3 Default (no function)
I hate to be a killjoy, but you might be screwed…
Answer #6
Have you tried the steps listed here:
http://forums.mydigitallife.info/threads/35272-HP-Insyde-BIOS-recovery-steps
Basically creating a HP_TOOLS UEFI boot usb stick
Placing the files obtained from phoenixtool in the specified directory on the stick with the correct file names, different for Win 7 and Win 8.
Then booting into BIOS recovery.
If you still have the EFI directory on your hard disk then this is not necessary just boot into BIOS recovery.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=uk&lc=en&docname=c02693833
Answer #7
Tried this?
I hate to be a killjoy, but you might be screwed...
Sorry I was out for a few days. And yes I tried that, a few times, even taking the battery out for a couple of days.
Have you tried the steps listed here:
http://forums.mydigitallife.info/threads/35272-HP-Insyde-BIOS-recovery-steps
Basically creating a HP_TOOLS UEFI boot usb stick
Placing the files obtained from phoenixtool in the specified directory on the stick with the correct file names, different for Win 7 and Win 8.
Then booting into BIOS recovery.
If you still have the EFI directory on your hard disk then this is not necessary just boot into BIOS recovery.
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=uk&lc=en&docname=c02693833
Yes tried, the thing is that andy’s tools didn’t create the .BIN and .SIG files, the ext of my BIOS file it’s .ROM, and the progrgram just create me two .BIOS files, so I read wasn’t RSA protected, meaning I ddin’t need the program.
But tried the HPBIOS, AMIBOOT renaming, placing file in USB, DVD, Card, format in FAT and FAT32, but nothing.
Answer #8
Your motherboard is toast. It’s probably cheaper to get a new motherboard. The flash failed which unfortunately has your BIOS not recognize what to do because of the failed flash. If some of the above suggestions that you’ve tried have failed, get a newer motherboard. It might cost you but it’s saving you trouble in geting it fixed this way rather than causing more and more frustration by trying it the methods that you’ve already tried.
Answer #9
Hi again, thank you all for your answers I didn’t want to continue posting until I got the files from another HP ENVY 20, I manage to obtain the package, so right now I have the files to make a recovery. So far I know in new systems it’s no longer HP_TOOLS partition where the files must go, instead a blank name partition and inside the folder EFI not Hewlett-Packard. Right now the key combination Win plus B isn’t working for me, send me to the BIOS menu. The usb it’s format under FAT32, and all files copied from the other PC where copied to the flash drive. So far I don’t know if another key combination exist or what?
I have hope with the recovery files I obtain, to save the PC, this will be my last chance. Thank you whoever answer me after this post, and those who already did.
Answer #10
When you say “send me to the BIOS menu” Does that mean you can get into the bios?
Most Modern Motherboards will have a flash utility option in the bios..
Answer #11
Sorry I have to made the clarification that this PC, when you press F2, F9, F10, sends you to a information screen where you can see RAM, Cache L1, L2, L3, Bios firmware version, and in that screen at the bottom says, press ESC to finish performing the action (whether you press F2, 9 or 10). And sorry too for the poorly described last post, won’t happen again.
Answer #12
Oh ok…No problem…Just thought there is a little chance…
I let others reply..Hopefully they come up with something…

If someone can please help me out about How to add custom chants/audio/sounds in Fifa 11 for xbox360?
I can’t figure it out and Google didn’t help at all.
Thanks in advance.
Answer #1
Game is brand new. Not possible right now sorry.
Answer #2
still no help guys…
Answer #3
you can find it at youtube..its easy tho..
Answer #4
you can find it at youtube..its easy tho..
i couldn’t that is why i asked here.. could you please share the link
Answer #5
you can find it at youtube..its easy tho..
i couldn't that is why i asked here.. could you please share the link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8xe1z5UD1k
try this one
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Answer #6
you can find it at youtube..its easy tho..
i couldn't that is why i asked here.. could you please share the link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8xe1z5UD1k
try this one
thanx mate…. but i want some way via USB… with this method we will have to waste so many discs!
Answer #7
you can find it at youtube..its easy tho..
i couldn't that is why i asked here.. could you please share the link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u8xe1z5UD1k
try this one
thanx mate.... but i want some way via USB... with this method we will have to waste so many discs!
only ps3 can use via usb..i also try via usb but still dont have any solution..btw, m$=money sucker..make sense right..lol
Answer #8
^I am still hopeful that someone will find a solution for USB…
Answer #9
any update for a USB method?

So, for the past few days my pc has been running slower compared to normal and I’ve had no ideia why. Today, I went into Performance Information and Tools and, to my surprise, it said new hardware had been detected (I have never changed my pc’s hardware) and that I should run the Windows Experience Index evaluation again (something I sometimes do and that has kept the same scores ever since buying the pc). To my surprise, my RAM score fell from the previous score of 7.3 to 5.5!
Does anyone know what might be behind this? I suppose whatever is causing this is also the reason my pc has been slower lately.
Any help would be highly appreciated System specs:
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5 CPU 750 @ 2.67GHz (Score 7.3)
4GB RAM (Score 7.3)
NVIDIA Geforce GTS 250 (Score 7.0)
Windows 7 64-bit
Answer #1
Did you check to see if one of the ram stick went dead? Actually check to see how many ram you got running atm?
Answer #2
Using CPU-Z, go to the memory tab.
It should tell you the total memory ….and if you have 2 (or 4) matched sticks of ram it should say Chan#………Dual.
The DRAM frequency should be half of what your sticks really are…eg 800MHz would be listed for a 1600MHz stick.(ram is double data rate).
http://www.cpuid.com/softwares/cpu-z.html
If you are not sure, put up a screenshot of the memory window and a couple of the SPD windows showing your sticks.
Answer #3
Run memtest and see if any errors pop up. If any do, you’re going to need new ram.
Answer #4
What hardware received the 5.5? EI score is based on lowest entry… why did you not post that?
Answer #5
What hardware received the 5.5? EI score is based on lowest entry... why did you not post that?
He did…
To my surprise, my RAM score fell from the previous score of 7.3 to 5.5!
Answer #6
Posted RAM score is 7.3.
Ahhhhh. I see.
Try removing the RAM and reseating?

Hi guys. I was having a problem with my PC. I got a new HD and after putting it in and all the PC wouldn’t load anything. The monitor would do nothing. My PC sounded like it was running at full power and the red light was constantly on. A friend said it was the motherboard.
ALl i did in the end was unplug the cable that goes from the monitor to the back of the PC (DVI I think its called), blow the dust out and it suddenly worked again. This was after dozens and dozens of attempts to get it to at least load to the BIOS screen.
Its been working since. Would something like that usually stop a PC from loading at all like that?
cheers.
Answer #1
Yes something like that would.
Answer #2
I didn’t think something like that would cause that sort of problem. So, it should be all right to go now?
Answer #3
Ok, another question. I bought a new Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 HD. I’ve also got a Western Digitial one that I’ve had and used as my main HD for the last year and a half. Which one would be better? I’m thinking the Seagate purely because its newer, but then again, I know very little about HDs lol.
Answer #4
depend on size for me largest for program, data and file storage little 1 for system if both the same size dosent matter much at all
Answer #5
i dont any of the HDDs would be much better then each other. i would only change if i needed the space on the OS HDD. i would reccommend not changing as it will be a pain to reinstalling your OS plus all the drivers