Discussing MSI versus ASRock BIOS updates and flashing.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Discussing MSI versus ASRock BIOS updates and flashing.

Leyhaya
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12-13-2018, 05:17 PM

They had to adjust the BIOS in stages—P3.40, then P5.40, finally P5.80—to make the ASRock B350 Pro4 work with Ryzen 3rd gen. The second friend wants to upgrade an MSI B450 Tomahawk Max for the same Ryzen version. On the Tomahawk’s support page there’s no clear instruction about mandatory updates before proceeding. It seems updating directly to the latest version might be sufficient, but it’s best to confirm with the manufacturer’s guidance.

Leyhaya

12-13-2018, 05:17 PM #1

PersieO
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12-29-2018, 03:00 AM

MSI's MAX boards come with the AGESA code built in for Zen 2 by default. For optimal performance, opt for the premium version. The four discrete 50A MOSFETs are typically more affordable and equally effective.

PersieO

12-29-2018, 03:00 AM #2

icedragon0525
Member

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12-31-2018, 01:10 AM

The response clarifies the situation by pointing out the differences between BIOS versions. It explains that updating directly to 7C02v1E won't provide support for Zen 2, while upgrading to 7C02v19 is necessary for compatibility with the 3000 series CPU.

icedragon0525

12-31-2018, 01:10 AM #3

Killerman1834
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12-31-2018, 01:16 AM

The MSI max board comes with Zen 2 built-in right from the start. No additional updates required.

Killerman1834

12-31-2018, 01:16 AM #4

The MSI max board comes with Zen 2 built-in right from the start. No additional updates required.

Icegaming_
Junior Member

01-02-2019, 11:31 AM

I understand where the mix-up happened. The support page for the non-max version is clear now. Appreciate the assistance!

Icegaming_

01-02-2019, 11:31 AM #5

I understand where the mix-up happened. The support page for the non-max version is clear now. Appreciate the assistance!