The is a component update frequently pushed to Medion Erazer laptops and desktops via Windows Update. While intended to keep the system stable, it is a known "trouble piece" for many users due to persistent error messages in the Device Manager. Common Issues & Performance
Medion EM2 System Firmware 113 is not a stand-alone program but a component that Windows Update often downloads and installs automatically. This is why many users are unaware of it until an error arises. The underlying hardware component typically associated with this is the System Management Bus (SMBus) controller, part of the motherboard’s chipset.
"This device cannot start. (Code 10)"
The firmware updates the default Secure Boot database to include newer Microsoft UEFI signatures, ensuring compatibility with Windows 10/11 fresh installations. Medion Em2 System Firmware 113
No. The presence of the device itself is normal and not an error. The problem only exists if Windows has marked it with an error symbol. If there is no symbol, the driver is working correctly.
Look for . If it says 1.14 or 1.16, the system is updated, and the "Firmware 113" entry in Device Manager is likely just a harmless display bug from a previous Windows Update. Summary of Firmware Versions 111 Older stable release for B360H4-EM. 113 Frequent source of "Code 10" errors in Device Manager. 114 / 116 Recommended
For some, this error is more than just an icon. Some users experienced real-world problems like the system time and date resetting every time the PC was turned off. Others reported issues with sleep mode or random system instability. The is a component update frequently pushed to
Based on discussions from the Medion Community forums , the update process sometimes stalls or fails because of how the firmware interacts with the security settings of the motherboard.
If you are experiencing issues with version 113, the following steps are suggested by the Medion Community Manual BIOS Update: Upgrading to BIOS version 1.16 (or newer) often resolves the firmware 113 error. Intel Management Engine: Before flashing a newer BIOS, ensure the Intel Management Engine is deactivated to prevent update failures. License Protection:
: Serving as an intermediary layer so the operating system can read motherboard sensor telemetry. This is why many users are unaware of
Locate under the Firmware section.
For many Medion PCs, Windows Update pushes a driver for the EM2 firmware that is either flawed, incomplete, or incompatible with a specific PC configuration. This causes the operating system to detect it as faulty. The problem is so widespread that it affects a variety of Medion models:
Can cause confusion by showing a "Driver Error" despite no hardware symptoms. Standardized for Windows 10/11 version 21H2 and later.