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Check if your RAM works with the new motherboard and CPU.

Check if your RAM works with the new motherboard and CPU.

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Leo_Tavares
Member
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09-07-2021, 10:35 PM
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Hello, I received the new motherboard MSI Z490A-Pro and a fresh Intel i7 11700K processor. I currently have four 4-core DDR4 3000MHz RAM sticks with XMP support. When I press the power button, the motherboard powers on and fans begin spinning, but I don’t see any boot. I hear a couple of beep sounds, and I’m unsure what they mean—I think it might be related to a memory compatibility issue. How can I confirm if this is the problem?
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Leo_Tavares
09-07-2021, 10:35 PM #1

Hello, I received the new motherboard MSI Z490A-Pro and a fresh Intel i7 11700K processor. I currently have four 4-core DDR4 3000MHz RAM sticks with XMP support. When I press the power button, the motherboard powers on and fans begin spinning, but I don’t see any boot. I hear a couple of beep sounds, and I’m unsure what they mean—I think it might be related to a memory compatibility issue. How can I confirm if this is the problem?

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LagHD
Junior Member
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09-14-2021, 09:02 AM
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Find support details for the Z490-A-PRO motherboard on Microsoft's website.
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LagHD
09-14-2021, 09:02 AM #2

Find support details for the Z490-A-PRO motherboard on Microsoft's website.

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blackopsma0606
Junior Member
32
09-19-2021, 08:52 AM
#3
It seems the board lacks the right BIOS for that CPU. You should have chosen a Z590 or a model with BIOS flashback support.
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blackopsma0606
09-19-2021, 08:52 AM #3

It seems the board lacks the right BIOS for that CPU. You should have chosen a Z590 or a model with BIOS flashback support.

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MasterHD7
Senior Member
340
09-21-2021, 06:59 AM
#4
I see, your motherboard is compatible with 11. gen, but it requires a BIOS upgrade. The update isn't possible without a 10th gen CPU because it lacks flashback support. I think I'll contact the store to see if they can install the BIOS for a Z590 or locate a nearby shop that offers updates for 10th gen CPUs. Thanks for the guidance. Are there any other options you should consider? Also, it seems your 6th gen Skylake won't fit the socket you're using.
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MasterHD7
09-21-2021, 06:59 AM #4

I see, your motherboard is compatible with 11. gen, but it requires a BIOS upgrade. The update isn't possible without a 10th gen CPU because it lacks flashback support. I think I'll contact the store to see if they can install the BIOS for a Z590 or locate a nearby shop that offers updates for 10th gen CPUs. Thanks for the guidance. Are there any other options you should consider? Also, it seems your 6th gen Skylake won't fit the socket you're using.

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m0deYT
Member
144
09-23-2021, 04:02 AM
#5
You'd need to utilize a BIOS flashback feature for that CPU. A Z590 board would be more suitable since it supports PCIe 4.0. This isn't a major concern right now but could become relevant soon. If you recently purchased the board, you should be able to return or swap it. Otherwise, contacting a PC store for an update would be the best path forward. Another choice is to purchase a budget 10th-gen CPU like the G5905 or similar Cometlake Celeron models and use it to upgrade. Just ensure you don't use the original cooler to preserve the thermal paste condition before returning it. A 6th-gen Skylake processor isn't compatible with this board.
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m0deYT
09-23-2021, 04:02 AM #5

You'd need to utilize a BIOS flashback feature for that CPU. A Z590 board would be more suitable since it supports PCIe 4.0. This isn't a major concern right now but could become relevant soon. If you recently purchased the board, you should be able to return or swap it. Otherwise, contacting a PC store for an update would be the best path forward. Another choice is to purchase a budget 10th-gen CPU like the G5905 or similar Cometlake Celeron models and use it to upgrade. Just ensure you don't use the original cooler to preserve the thermal paste condition before returning it. A 6th-gen Skylake processor isn't compatible with this board.