The process for updating the GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 firmware is fairly straightforward, but it can be daunting if you have not performed a BIOS update before. Our step by step guide will walk you through the process.
Download the BIOS update #
The GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 BIOS updates are available for download here. It is important to note that some antivirus applications may incorrectly identify the file as a threat. We suggest deactivating any antivirus software before you start the download and not reactivating it until the BIOS update is fully installed.
Setting up the USB drive #
Decompress the downloaded BIOS update file, where you will find three available BIOS versions: 0.18, 0.19, and 0.21. Unpack the specific version you wish to flash, which is typically the most recent one.
You must format your USB stick to FAT32. If you are not certain how to complete this step, you can follow our detailed guide on how to format a large USB drive here. Transfer all files and folders from the extracted BIOS update onto the root of the USB stick.
Installing the GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 BIOS update #
Verify that your GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 has a full battery charge and is connected to the power adapter.
Turn on the GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 and continuously tap the F7 key on the keyboard as it starts up. In a moment, the boot menu will be displayed. Use the Down arrow key on your keyboard to highlight the USB drive from the list, and then press the ENTER key to select it.
Text will be displayed on the screen to indicate the status of the installation. You have the option to press the ESC key to cancel the process. Otherwise, you can either wait for the update to begin automatically after a brief pause or press any key to start it immediately.
After a brief wait, the AMI Firmware Update Utility interface will be displayed. This will remain on screen for about 20 to 30 seconds; during this period, it is important to avoid pressing any keys and to not shut down the device.
The screen for the BIOS flashing process will now be displayed. For approximately 30 seconds, there may be no visible activity on the screen. During this time, it is critical that you do not press any keys or turn off the device.
The installation will now commence, with the screen displaying the progress of the BIOS update. This procedure will take several minutes to complete. Throughout this entire process, it is vital that you do not press any keys or power off the device.
When the BIOS update is finished, the GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 will restart to continue the installation. The device may restart itself one or two more times during this final stage. Allow this procedure to complete fully without pressing any keys or powering off the device.
After the update has finalized, your GPD WIN MAX 2 2025 will boot into the Windows operating system, and normal operation can be resumed.
Should you wish to verify that the firmware was installed successfully, you can do so from the BIOS menu. To access this menu, power on your device and repeatedly tap the ESC key during startup. Inside the BIOS, you can confirm the update by checking that the BIOS version is 0.21 and the EC Firmware version is 0.10.
