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Consider your system's needs and compatibility before deciding.

Consider your system's needs and compatibility before deciding.

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UnknwnLifted
Member
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01-05-2017, 10:05 PM
#1
I own a ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING (WI-FI) with the newest patch, I visited the ROG site to check for driver info until I noticed a beta bios release. I won’t install that on my motherboard; I prefer to wait for the official update. Remembering my previous motherboard upgrade was stressful—I had a tough time reinstalling Windows and spent four days downloading everything again. In short, do I need to proceed with this update?
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UnknwnLifted
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM #1

I own a ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING (WI-FI) with the newest patch, I visited the ROG site to check for driver info until I noticed a beta bios release. I won’t install that on my motherboard; I prefer to wait for the official update. Remembering my previous motherboard upgrade was stressful—I had a tough time reinstalling Windows and spent four days downloading everything again. In short, do I need to proceed with this update?

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MojoPug
Member
79
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM
#2
Update the board only when necessary.
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MojoPug
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM #2

Update the board only when necessary.

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ZeusTrucker
Member
221
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM
#3
Unless you notice something in the patch notes you’re aware of, don’t upgrade your motherboard’s BIOS. Just because an update lists bug fixes doesn’t mean you should. Many of those are addressing rare edge cases for unusual configurations. If your system is working properly now, it means no issues require a patch.
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ZeusTrucker
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM #3

Unless you notice something in the patch notes you’re aware of, don’t upgrade your motherboard’s BIOS. Just because an update lists bug fixes doesn’t mean you should. Many of those are addressing rare edge cases for unusual configurations. If your system is working properly now, it means no issues require a patch.

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rosie2435
Senior Member
475
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM
#4
When it comes to changes, just stick with what works.
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rosie2435
01-05-2017, 10:05 PM #4

When it comes to changes, just stick with what works.