Thinkpads Forum

Hi everyone,

Right now my ThinkPad T440p is on BIOS version 1.14, and I'm thinking about updating it to the latest version for the small improvements and microcode updates they add. Are there any issues with the new BIOS versions that weren't present in the older versions or any security concerns, or is it okay to update? I'm going to make a backup of the original BIOS using something like flashrom if something goes bad anyway, but I wanted to know more experienced people's opinions just in case. I'd especially like to know the reasoning for those who don't want to update their BIOS because it might save me from something I don't want on my computer. Thanks!

My T440p runs happily on 2.53/1.12.

I typically update to the latest BIOS when I receive a new machine and do a clean install, so I can make an image I can put back if needed, but don't update it afterwards unless there's an issue. I think the chances you'll have a problem are low, though not zero.