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How to update HP ZBook Ultra G1a BIOS on Linux

How to update HP ZBook Ultra G1a BIOS on Linux

Important

Ensure your AC adapter is plugged in throughout the process.

Download the BIOS

Go to the HP Support Page.

  • Select Windows (via "Choose a different OS") to see the Bios section.
  • Download the latest .exe file (e.g., sp170065.exe).

Extract the Firmware

Extract the contents of the downloaded file:

7z x sp170065.exe -o/tmp/bios_update
cd /tmp/bios_update

Stage the BIOS File

Clear the target directory and copy the new .bin file to the EFI partition:

sudo rm -f /boot/efi/EFI/HP/DEVFW/*
sudo cp *.bin /boot/efi/EFI/HP/DEVFW/

Flash via UEFI Menu

  1. Reboot and tap F2 to enter HP PC Hardware Diagnostics..
  2. Select Update BIOS.
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