F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Consider updating your BIOS if the manufacturer recommends it or if there are known issues to resolve.

Consider updating your BIOS if the manufacturer recommends it or if there are known issues to resolve.

Consider updating your BIOS if the manufacturer recommends it or if there are known issues to resolve.

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XMcQ
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02-25-2017, 03:05 AM
#11
we're discussing updates aimed at better compatibility and security. since 2017 you haven't noticed anything unusual, but these changes are meant to strengthen your system. would these improvements make your setup safer?
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XMcQ
02-25-2017, 03:05 AM #11

we're discussing updates aimed at better compatibility and security. since 2017 you haven't noticed anything unusual, but these changes are meant to strengthen your system. would these improvements make your setup safer?

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Sunburst_R
Junior Member
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02-25-2017, 06:59 AM
#12
I understand, the RGB header is missing, but I plan to use a third-party RGB controller later. I added a Corsair 120mm in the back, but I’ll give it to my brother and use an Arctic P12 instead.
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Sunburst_R
02-25-2017, 06:59 AM #12

I understand, the RGB header is missing, but I plan to use a third-party RGB controller later. I added a Corsair 120mm in the back, but I’ll give it to my brother and use an Arctic P12 instead.

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ErennnE
Junior Member
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03-04-2017, 10:27 PM
#13
Since everything is working fine there's no need to update, unless you really want to. Compatibility is probably for hardware released after the board, like RAM or CPU. No need to worry about this. While security could help, it often isn't anything crazy. It's not something to worry about if you have a backup of everything important (which you should have anyway)
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ErennnE
03-04-2017, 10:27 PM #13

Since everything is working fine there's no need to update, unless you really want to. Compatibility is probably for hardware released after the board, like RAM or CPU. No need to worry about this. While security could help, it often isn't anything crazy. It's not something to worry about if you have a backup of everything important (which you should have anyway)

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hdoor20
Senior Member
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03-05-2017, 02:50 PM
#14
I'm just using my PC mainly for anime and gaming, not anything serious. I store most important files on Google Drive or an external HDD. Your question is helpful, though—I don't think it's that big of a deal. BIOS 3402 is lower than the current version, but I'm not sure. Someone mentioned that updating BIOS regularly helps because ROM chips and BIOS Guard can become outdated, and newer updates support older hardware. If you haven't upgraded in a while, your system might be running on very basic performance.
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hdoor20
03-05-2017, 02:50 PM #14

I'm just using my PC mainly for anime and gaming, not anything serious. I store most important files on Google Drive or an external HDD. Your question is helpful, though—I don't think it's that big of a deal. BIOS 3402 is lower than the current version, but I'm not sure. Someone mentioned that updating BIOS regularly helps because ROM chips and BIOS Guard can become outdated, and newer updates support older hardware. If you haven't upgraded in a while, your system might be running on very basic performance.

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SamWanKenobi
Junior Member
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03-06-2017, 10:51 AM
#15
No, that's incorrect.
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SamWanKenobi
03-06-2017, 10:51 AM #15

No, that's incorrect.

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Nani100
Member
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03-06-2017, 10:56 PM
#16
That's great to hear! I'm here to help with anything you need.
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Nani100
03-06-2017, 10:56 PM #16

That's great to hear! I'm here to help with anything you need.

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DrWitty
Junior Member
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03-07-2017, 12:24 AM
#17
Shifted to CPUs, motherboards and memory systems
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DrWitty
03-07-2017, 12:24 AM #17

Shifted to CPUs, motherboards and memory systems

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RJScience
Junior Member
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03-07-2017, 03:02 AM
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Yes or no. You need to review the foot notes for the bios. If there are updates mentioning "stability and performance," then it would be accurate. Manufacturers release bios updates for valid reasons...
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RJScience
03-07-2017, 03:02 AM #18

Yes or no. You need to review the foot notes for the bios. If there are updates mentioning "stability and performance," then it would be accurate. Manufacturers release bios updates for valid reasons...

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