F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Change the BIOS settings and it becomes bricked?

Change the BIOS settings and it becomes bricked?

Change the BIOS settings and it becomes bricked?

E
epic_person2
Member
79
12-11-2021, 05:32 AM
#1
Hello, here is my PC
Motherboard: Aorus X470 Ultra Gaming
PU: AMD Ryzon 2600
Memory: HyperX Predator DDR4 HX432C16PB3K2/16 - 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 3200MHz DDR4 CL16 DIMM
PU: EVGA power 110-BQ-0650-V2 650w
OS: not installed yet
Graphic card: Asus dual 580
Western Digital WDS500G2B0B WD Blue 500GB 3D NAND Internal SSD M.2 SATA
Enermax Liqmax II 120S
Seagate Barracuda - HDD de TB (3,5, 64 MB caché SATA 6 GB/s up to 210 / Box NOX Hummer ZX Zero)
So it was functioning properly until I encountered a Windows 10 blue screen. I attempted to install Windows 11 but had to adjust some settings in the BIOS. Initially, I updated to firmware version 63c (previously used f50). Then I followed an incorrect tutorial, changing secure boot settings and entering the platform key for updates. Eventually, things went sideways. After a restart, there was no indication of any working. I couldn’t access the BIOS.

I removed the CMOS battery to reset the BIOS to its original state. However, I still couldn’t get back in. The keyboard doesn’t illuminate.

I tried deleting all RAM modules (using only one in different slots), replacing the SSD and HDD, but kept only the M2 chip connected. Still nothing happened.

I’m unsure what else to try. My motherboard lights up from the CPU red LED, then changes to DRAM, then VGA, and finally loops. There’s no beep, just an unusual sound. Any suggestions on how to recover it?
E
epic_person2
12-11-2021, 05:32 AM #1

Hello, here is my PC
Motherboard: Aorus X470 Ultra Gaming
PU: AMD Ryzon 2600
Memory: HyperX Predator DDR4 HX432C16PB3K2/16 - 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 3200MHz DDR4 CL16 DIMM
PU: EVGA power 110-BQ-0650-V2 650w
OS: not installed yet
Graphic card: Asus dual 580
Western Digital WDS500G2B0B WD Blue 500GB 3D NAND Internal SSD M.2 SATA
Enermax Liqmax II 120S
Seagate Barracuda - HDD de TB (3,5, 64 MB caché SATA 6 GB/s up to 210 / Box NOX Hummer ZX Zero)
So it was functioning properly until I encountered a Windows 10 blue screen. I attempted to install Windows 11 but had to adjust some settings in the BIOS. Initially, I updated to firmware version 63c (previously used f50). Then I followed an incorrect tutorial, changing secure boot settings and entering the platform key for updates. Eventually, things went sideways. After a restart, there was no indication of any working. I couldn’t access the BIOS.

I removed the CMOS battery to reset the BIOS to its original state. However, I still couldn’t get back in. The keyboard doesn’t illuminate.

I tried deleting all RAM modules (using only one in different slots), replacing the SSD and HDD, but kept only the M2 chip connected. Still nothing happened.

I’m unsure what else to try. My motherboard lights up from the CPU red LED, then changes to DRAM, then VGA, and finally loops. There’s no beep, just an unusual sound. Any suggestions on how to recover it?

W
WPaige
Senior Member
377
12-13-2021, 02:53 AM
#2
what occurs if you begin the pc without any hdd or connected drives? resetting bios to defaults should have cleared the keys, but it depends on what you did—do you have a tutorial link? shame x470 lacks q flash and could simply overwrite the bios. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileL...20...35d651e316 this might help. it has dual bios, so you might still have an older version or settings left. possibly there are switches on the motherboard that allow switching. it is designed to start immediately if another bios fails. @COLGeek any suggestions?
W
WPaige
12-13-2021, 02:53 AM #2

what occurs if you begin the pc without any hdd or connected drives? resetting bios to defaults should have cleared the keys, but it depends on what you did—do you have a tutorial link? shame x470 lacks q flash and could simply overwrite the bios. https://download.gigabyte.com/FileL...20...35d651e316 this might help. it has dual bios, so you might still have an older version or settings left. possibly there are switches on the motherboard that allow switching. it is designed to start immediately if another bios fails. @COLGeek any suggestions?

G
glenroi
Member
164
12-15-2021, 02:22 PM
#3
If you have access to a CH341A BIOS programmer, you might be able to reprogram the BIOS chips on the board. I mentioned chips because the board could require the same BIOS on both sides. The unusual part of the board is that it has two BIOS chips soldered very near the CPU socket, but there are no pins available to switch between the main (M_BIOS) and backup (B_BIOS) bios. No switch at all.
I removed the CMOS battery to reset the system to its original settings.
After disconnecting from the power source and turning off the device, detach the CMOS battery, hold the power button for 30 seconds, then reinsert the components and replace the battery after about half an hour. Try this method and see if it works.
G
glenroi
12-15-2021, 02:22 PM #3

If you have access to a CH341A BIOS programmer, you might be able to reprogram the BIOS chips on the board. I mentioned chips because the board could require the same BIOS on both sides. The unusual part of the board is that it has two BIOS chips soldered very near the CPU socket, but there are no pins available to switch between the main (M_BIOS) and backup (B_BIOS) bios. No switch at all.
I removed the CMOS battery to reset the system to its original settings.
After disconnecting from the power source and turning off the device, detach the CMOS battery, hold the power button for 30 seconds, then reinsert the components and replace the battery after about half an hour. Try this method and see if it works.

L
LOVAC13
Member
108
12-15-2021, 08:24 PM
#4
This might seem strange, but are you using a different GPU or a compatible CPU?
L
LOVAC13
12-15-2021, 08:24 PM #4

This might seem strange, but are you using a different GPU or a compatible CPU?

R
ReveloT_T
Member
167
12-16-2021, 02:58 AM
#5
No, I don't have access. I disconnected the battery but didn't try to press the start button when it wasn't present.
I searched for a switch but couldn't find anything.
I'll attempt to upload a video showing the initial boot.
I have a USB key with multiple BIOS versions that I can flash to the V63C using qFlash, though they were stored in different folders. I selected the F40 version, which I know works and is essential before proceeding.
I plan to check if qFlash can install it as described here:
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/gigabyte/commen...t/gdak79n/
R
ReveloT_T
12-16-2021, 02:58 AM #5

No, I don't have access. I disconnected the battery but didn't try to press the start button when it wasn't present.
I searched for a switch but couldn't find anything.
I'll attempt to upload a video showing the initial boot.
I have a USB key with multiple BIOS versions that I can flash to the V63C using qFlash, though they were stored in different folders. I selected the F40 version, which I know works and is essential before proceeding.
I plan to check if qFlash can install it as described here:
View: https://www.reddit.com/r/gigabyte/commen...t/gdak79n/

E
EmeraldPvP_MC
Member
139
12-16-2021, 11:45 AM
#6
So I can't carry out what I mentioned because I don't have a USB bios to install directly.
I'm running out of ideas.
E
EmeraldPvP_MC
12-16-2021, 11:45 AM #6

So I can't carry out what I mentioned because I don't have a USB bios to install directly.
I'm running out of ideas.

C
ConorBBB
Junior Member
42
12-23-2021, 07:13 PM
#7
Here the noise and LEDs
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ocqmUZ4.../view?usp=
drivesdk
I attempted without any hdd/SSD/M2.
Also, I removed the CMOS battery and kept it powered for 30 seconds. Nothing happened.
C
ConorBBB
12-23-2021, 07:13 PM #7

Here the noise and LEDs
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ocqmUZ4.../view?usp=
drivesdk
I attempted without any hdd/SSD/M2.
Also, I removed the CMOS battery and kept it powered for 30 seconds. Nothing happened.

M
MigosATL
Member
213
12-23-2021, 07:55 PM
#8
The tutorial I used might have ended before the deletion of the key.
M
MigosATL
12-23-2021, 07:55 PM #8

The tutorial I used might have ended before the deletion of the key.

Y
YouseyHD
Member
154
12-24-2021, 01:40 AM
#9
You can initiate the identical backup BIOS switch by connecting the reset pins to a screwdriver while pressing the power button. Give it a try.
Y
YouseyHD
12-24-2021, 01:40 AM #9

You can initiate the identical backup BIOS switch by connecting the reset pins to a screwdriver while pressing the power button. Give it a try.

B
Bonnibel
Posting Freak
794
12-24-2021, 10:34 AM
#10
I managed to get it working, but often it returns to the same state and I have to press the reset button for 15 seconds until it beeps and functions properly. However, sometimes my Wi-Fi isn't working, so I'm unsure if it's related or due to my network adapter (not included with the board).
I reset using the case button but the BIOS remains stuck on f64a (latest version).
I'm not sure if my board is functioning correctly as it works sometimes and other times it doesn't.
I tried changing the battery, but the issue persists.
Do you have any suggestions?
I also performed a crash install of Windows.
Thank you in advance
B
Bonnibel
12-24-2021, 10:34 AM #10

I managed to get it working, but often it returns to the same state and I have to press the reset button for 15 seconds until it beeps and functions properly. However, sometimes my Wi-Fi isn't working, so I'm unsure if it's related or due to my network adapter (not included with the board).
I reset using the case button but the BIOS remains stuck on f64a (latest version).
I'm not sure if my board is functioning correctly as it works sometimes and other times it doesn't.
I tried changing the battery, but the issue persists.
Do you have any suggestions?
I also performed a crash install of Windows.
Thank you in advance