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balaey1
Junior Member
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02-04-2026, 03:38 PM
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I completed the BIOS update on my PC as planned, hoping it would resolve some problems. After finishing the update during startup, I encountered a BSOD stating "inaccessible boot device." I decided to adjust the BIOS settings, reverting from IDE MODE back to AHCI and switching from UEFI with legacy support to just UEFI. I saved the changes and exited. However, the PC became unresponsive, stuck in a boot loop that prevents access to BIOS settings. I attempted to force a restart by holding the BIOS shortcut for about two seconds before powering off and trying again. I also tried resetting the CMOS battery, removing the GPU, deleting all drives one by one, and even removing RAM modules, but none of these steps resolved the issue. My motherboard supports dual BIOS, so I thought that might help, but the backup BIOS only activated during a power loss while updating. I’m really worried and need advice on what to do next.
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balaey1
02-04-2026, 03:38 PM #1

I completed the BIOS update on my PC as planned, hoping it would resolve some problems. After finishing the update during startup, I encountered a BSOD stating "inaccessible boot device." I decided to adjust the BIOS settings, reverting from IDE MODE back to AHCI and switching from UEFI with legacy support to just UEFI. I saved the changes and exited. However, the PC became unresponsive, stuck in a boot loop that prevents access to BIOS settings. I attempted to force a restart by holding the BIOS shortcut for about two seconds before powering off and trying again. I also tried resetting the CMOS battery, removing the GPU, deleting all drives one by one, and even removing RAM modules, but none of these steps resolved the issue. My motherboard supports dual BIOS, so I thought that might help, but the backup BIOS only activated during a power loss while updating. I’m really worried and need advice on what to do next.

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XxRubenXxGM
Junior Member
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02-04-2026, 05:21 PM
#2
Certainly! Here’s a revised version of your sentence:

Some models allow you to update the BIOS and reinstall it. You should consult the manufacturer’s guide, as the issue is explained there.
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XxRubenXxGM
02-04-2026, 05:21 PM #2

Certainly! Here’s a revised version of your sentence:

Some models allow you to update the BIOS and reinstall it. You should consult the manufacturer’s guide, as the issue is explained there.

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Jdyy
Member
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02-08-2026, 10:07 PM
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the manual and website don't mention any problems with my old motherboard. I've been using it for 11 months. Last year I opened the case—it was brand new.
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Jdyy
02-08-2026, 10:07 PM #3

the manual and website don't mention any problems with my old motherboard. I've been using it for 11 months. Last year I opened the case—it was brand new.

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sunnylouis
Member
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02-09-2026, 01:20 AM
#4
Check out some of the content from that page: https://forum.giga-byte.co.uk/index.php?topic=19271.0
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sunnylouis
02-09-2026, 01:20 AM #4

Check out some of the content from that page: https://forum.giga-byte.co.uk/index.php?topic=19271.0