Device starts slowly, debug indicator illuminates easily

Q121
Junior Member

09-12-2016, 02:07 AM

You're experiencing slow startup and inconsistent boot behavior. The MSI logo appears delayed, and certain BIOS adjustments like XMP or curve optimizer settings may prevent proper initialization. The EZ debug LED indicating CPU > DRAM suggests a potential memory or power issue. The repeated CPU > DRAM > GPU loop on the EZ debug screen is unusual and could point to overheating or thermal throttling. After trying multiple BIOS tweaks, consider checking for firmware updates, ensuring proper cooling, and verifying RAM stability. If problems persist, a hardware inspection may be necessary.

Q121

09-12-2016, 02:07 AM #1

MCjeepers1009
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09-12-2016, 11:59 PM

It seems you're referring to frequent BIOS updates as a form of memory training.

MCjeepers1009

09-12-2016, 11:59 PM #2

It seems you're referring to frequent BIOS updates as a form of memory training.

EpicExplosion
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09-25-2016, 04:04 AM

No, you don't need to.

EpicExplosion

09-25-2016, 04:04 AM #3

No, you don't need to.

Bonnibel
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09-25-2016, 05:11 AM

Absolutely, it's definitely worth a try.

Bonnibel

09-25-2016, 05:11 AM #4

Absolutely, it's definitely worth a try.

NaiROolF
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09-25-2016, 07:56 AM

I am afraid that an BIOS update may causes system instability or any kind of compatibility issues may raised? I dont kNow, just suspecting.....

NaiROolF

09-25-2016, 07:56 AM #5

I am afraid that an BIOS update may causes system instability or any kind of compatibility issues may raised? I dont kNow, just suspecting.....

Ozwego
Member

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09-29-2016, 05:00 PM

Can you revert to the original BIOS settings? Be aware of any issues the new model might cause, especially since it includes a flash BIOS toggle.

Ozwego

09-29-2016, 05:00 PM #6

Can you revert to the original BIOS settings? Be aware of any issues the new model might cause, especially since it includes a flash BIOS toggle.

MrJoeAwesome
Junior Member

09-30-2016, 04:08 PM

It's very likely MSI offers older BIOS versions. However, you might encounter situations where a BIOS blocks rollbacks for safety, so check the release notes for any versions released between your current BIOS and the most recent non-beta release.

MrJoeAwesome

09-30-2016, 04:08 PM #7

Serpenh33
Member

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10-08-2016, 02:29 PM

No it's the other way round, updated BIOS are more stable Also there's a BIOS option called MCR that allows to not retrain RAM at each boot (unless you tweak XMP obviously)

Serpenh33

10-08-2016, 02:29 PM #8

No it's the other way round, updated BIOS are more stable Also there's a BIOS option called MCR that allows to not retrain RAM at each boot (unless you tweak XMP obviously)