Connection issues with the CPU to the motherboard remain unresolved despite BIOS updates.
Connection issues with the CPU to the motherboard remain unresolved despite BIOS updates.
Hey guys, I'm having issues with my new 13600KF/3070Ti build. I basically wanted to convert my old computer into a new one by replacing the motherboard and its CPU, so I basically got those and a CPU cooler for all the measures. here's a list of components that I have: Old computer: CPU: i7-9700F Board: Cyberpower B360 Extreme GPU: RTX 3070Ti Founders edition RAM: 2x16GB DDR4 SSD: Intel 660p M.2 (That has Windows 10 downloaded on it) PSU: Thermaltake Smart 600W All of these worked perfectly until I installed everything except the CPU on my new board. My new computer is now: CPU: i5-13600KF Board: MSI Pro Z690-A DDR4 GPU: RTX 3070Ti Founders edition RAM: 2x16GB DDR4 SSD: Intel 660p M.2 PSU: Thermaltake Smart 600W I know that I have to update BIOS on my new board because all Z690 boards need to in order to pair with 13th gen CPUs. I did so with all steps correct (got an empty FAT32 16GB USB 2.0 flash; downloaded the correct version of BIOS update, and renamed the file to MSI.ROM; put the drive into the correct BIOS usb, and only have the 24-pin ATX and CPU power connected to my motherboard, and observed a successful update) Later, when I turned on the system, all the fans, including the GPU's fans and the CPU cooler fans, are working, but the board's debug LED still flashed red, indicating problems with my CPU, and there is no video when I connect my monitor via DP and the GPU, nor can I connect my peripherals with the motherboard. What is happening? Image 1-2: I checked my LGA socket and it does not seem to have bent pins. I double-checked that my CPU was correctly seated into the board, and I am sure I made a correct flash BIOS update.
The bios flash didn’t work properly. This usually means I rarely suggest buying such a MOBO without a compatible CPU. These units can be tricky with bios updates, especially needing the correct board and sometimes following specific procedures to upgrade to the newest firmware.
I believe I should have chosen the Z790 instead, but that Z690 cost me $110 on Woot, so I ended up with it.
I’d try the Bios Flashback again. Usually a Flashback doesn’t need detailed step-by-step changes from inside the BIOS, though I’ve seen some users be very strict about the drive during the process. I tend to use an old PNY 1 GB USB 2.0 drive since it’s the most reliable. If you can’t get the board to work with the latest BIOS, go for an older version that supports 13th Gen CPUs. Most of the first few options should work for a flashback to bring a new CPU online. You might want to use just one memory stick (switch slots if needed) and leave other components unplugged to test if you can reach the BIOS after the flashback. This helps confirm if there are additional issues beyond the board itself. There could be faulty traces causing boot problems in certain slots, especially if the board was refurbished—this makes it more likely a refurb project.