In this tutorial, we’ll explore the straightforward process of how to update & install MSI Motherboard Drivers using MSI Center. With the MSI Center software, readily available from MSI’s website or the Microsoft Store, updating your drivers becomes an easy task. One of the standout features of the MSI Center is the Live Update functionality, which streamlines the process of updating Windows system drivers and various other applications.
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However, while Live Update offers convenience, updating the BIOS through this method might not be the most reliable option. For BIOS updates, utilizing the BIOS itself or the B Flashback utilities is often recommended for optimal results. Today, our focus will be on updating Windows drivers using the MSI Center. Let’s dive right in and explore the steps involved in this essential maintenance task.
How to Download MSI Center
To download MSI Center on your Windows 11 desktop (the same process applies for Windows 10), follow these simple steps:
- Check for Existing Installation: If you already have MSI Center installed, you’ll find its icon in the bottom corner of your screen.
- Access Microsoft Store: If MSI Center isn’t installed or you need to reinstall it, click on the Microsoft Store logo.
- Search for MSI Center: In the Microsoft Store search bar, type “MSI Center” and select the MSI Center app from the search results.
- Download or Open: Once you’ve found MSI Center, you have two options:
- Download: If you haven’t installed MSI Center previously, click on the app and choose to download it.
- Open: If MSI Center is already installed and you simply want to access it, you can choose to open it directly from the Microsoft Store.
- Alternative Access: Alternatively, you can open MSI Center directly by double-clicking on its icon on your desktop. The program will launch, remembering the last activity or window that was open.
How to Update MSI Motherboard Drivers
To update your MSI motherboard drivers, follow these step-by-step instructions:
- Access Support Section on MSI Center: Open MSI Center and navigate to the “Support” section. You can find this at the top of the window.
- Select Live Update: From the dropdown menu in the Support section, choose “Live Update.” This option allows you to update your drivers easily.
- Initiate Live Update: Click on “Live Update” to initiate the process. This will prompt the software to search for available updates for your system.
- Review Available Updates: Once Live Update has finished scanning, it will display a list of available updates for your motherboard drivers.
- Select Drivers for Installation: In the feature sets window, you’ll see options for selecting which drivers you want to install. Choose the ones you wish to update and proceed.
- Begin Installation: After selecting the desired drivers, proceed with the installation process. The software will automatically download and install the updates for you.
- Follow On-screen Prompts: Follow any on-screen prompts or instructions to complete the installation process. The software will guide you through each step.
- Restart Your System (if required): After the installation is complete, it’s recommended to restart your system to ensure that the updates take effect properly.
By following these steps, you can easily update your MSI motherboard drivers and ensure that your system is running smoothly with the latest software updates.
How to Scan System for MSI Motherboard Drivers Updates using MSI Center
To scan your system for updates using MSI Center, follow these steps:
- Open MSI Center: Launch the MSI Center application on your Windows desktop
- Navigate to Support: In MSI Center, locate and click on the “Support” section. This option is typically found in the top menu bar.
- Access Live Update: From the dropdown menu in the Support section, select “Live Update.” This feature is specifically designed to scan for and install available updates for your MSI motherboard and related components.
- Initiate Scan: If you haven’t already performed a scan, you may see an option to “Scan” your system. Click on this button to start the scanning process.
- Wait for Scan to Complete: The scanning process will take a short while as MSI Center examines your system for any available updates. Allow the scan to finish before proceeding to the next step.
- Review Available Updates: Once the scan is complete, MSI Center will display a list of available updates for your system. This may include driver updates for components such as graphics, network, audio, and chipset.
- Select Updates to Install: Review the list of available updates and select the ones you want to install. You can typically choose individual updates or select all updates if desired.
- Perform Advanced Scan (Optional): If you wish to check for BIOS updates, you can perform an advanced scan by clicking on the “Advanced” option. This will check for updated BIOS versions available online.
- Install Selected Updates: After selecting the updates you want to install, proceed to install them by following the on-screen instructions. MSI Center will download and install the selected updates automatically.
- Restart if Necessary: Some updates may require a system restart to take effect. If prompted, restart your computer to complete the update process.
By following these steps, you can easily scan your system for updates and keep your MSI motherboard and related components up to date using MSI Center.
How to Manually Scan System Updates
- Manually Check for Updates: Visit the MSI website and navigate to the support section for your motherboard model. Download the latest drivers and BIOS updates manually and install them on your system.
- Use Windows Update: Windows Update may also provide driver updates for your MSI motherboard components. Open the Windows Update settings and check for updates to see if any MSI-related updates are available.
- BIOS Flashback Utility: If you need to update your BIOS, consider using the BIOS Flashback utility provided by MSI. This utility allows you to update the BIOS without accessing the operating system, reducing the risk of errors.
By utilizing these methods, you can ensure that your MSI motherboard and related components are up to date with the latest drivers and BIOS updates.
How to Install MSI Motherboard Drivers
To install drivers using MSI Center, follow these steps:
- In MSI Center, select the drivers you wish to update. These may include graphics drivers, network drivers, chipset drivers, audio drivers, etc.
- Select the drivers you want to install. Ensure that you only choose the drivers relevant to your system to avoid unnecessary installations.
- After selecting the desired drivers, click on the “Install” button to begin the installation process.
- During the installation, you may encounter a prompt indicating that a system reboot is mandatory to complete the installation of certain drivers or software updates. Follow any on-screen instructions provided.
- It is essential not to shut down the system during the installation process. Ensure that your system remains powered on until the installation is complete.
- The installation progress will be displayed, typically in the form of a percentage. Allow the installation process to run in the background while you continue with other tasks.
Once the installation reaches 100%, the drivers have been successfully installed. You can now proceed with using your system as usual.
