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owl707
Member
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05-15-2020, 11:21 AM
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I recently upgraded my 5600X to a 5900X but couldn't get the BIOS code 99. I've booted with one GPU, only the boot drive connected, verified all cables, reset CMOS (pressing button and removing battery), and tested multiple BIOS versions. The 5600X boots normally while the 5900X doesn't. I tried using a different motherboard for the 5900X, which worked initially. Swapped another 5900X and it still stuck on the same code. On the screen, it shows the Aorus splash and then jumps to the "American Megatrends" splash, but doesn't let me access BIOS or boot normally. The specs are: CPU 5900X, Mobo X570S, Aorus Master GPU, 3080x2, 32GB DDR4 3600 (Gskill Royal), PSU 1600W. Edit: If you're facing this, try the Q-Flash Plus first—it helped me even with the same BIOS I started with. Updated: September 11, 2023 by Coolbule Solution
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owl707
05-15-2020, 11:21 AM #1

I recently upgraded my 5600X to a 5900X but couldn't get the BIOS code 99. I've booted with one GPU, only the boot drive connected, verified all cables, reset CMOS (pressing button and removing battery), and tested multiple BIOS versions. The 5600X boots normally while the 5900X doesn't. I tried using a different motherboard for the 5900X, which worked initially. Swapped another 5900X and it still stuck on the same code. On the screen, it shows the Aorus splash and then jumps to the "American Megatrends" splash, but doesn't let me access BIOS or boot normally. The specs are: CPU 5900X, Mobo X570S, Aorus Master GPU, 3080x2, 32GB DDR4 3600 (Gskill Royal), PSU 1600W. Edit: If you're facing this, try the Q-Flash Plus first—it helped me even with the same BIOS I started with. Updated: September 11, 2023 by Coolbule Solution

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Varsnel
Junior Member
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05-18-2020, 09:29 PM
#2
Join the discussions here! CMOS behavior changes with CPU swaps—don’t worry about it. Disconnect any extra devices connected to the motherboard and try again.
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Varsnel
05-18-2020, 09:29 PM #2

Join the discussions here! CMOS behavior changes with CPU swaps—don’t worry about it. Disconnect any extra devices connected to the motherboard and try again.

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noobkiller134
Junior Member
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05-18-2020, 10:27 PM
#3
I checked several online discussions about comparable problems, but nothing particularly useful came up. Often the problem lies with a faulty CPU, sometimes a defective motherboard, and usually it remains unsolved. First step would be reaching out to Gigabyte's support to check if they have any insights or fixes.
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noobkiller134
05-18-2020, 10:27 PM #3

I checked several online discussions about comparable problems, but nothing particularly useful came up. Often the problem lies with a faulty CPU, sometimes a defective motherboard, and usually it remains unsolved. First step would be reaching out to Gigabyte's support to check if they have any insights or fixes.

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Juan2610
Posting Freak
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05-19-2020, 12:31 AM
#4
Switching to two 5600X units joined together improved performance and rendering. The CPU problems were resolved by updating the BIOS directly, not through Windows.
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Juan2610
05-19-2020, 12:31 AM #4

Switching to two 5600X units joined together improved performance and rendering. The CPU problems were resolved by updating the BIOS directly, not through Windows.

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Killa_Dx
Senior Member
645
05-19-2020, 08:08 AM
#5
5150MHz on the 5900X performs better than 4850MHz on the 5600X. The 5900X really shines, though it's not great at stock settings.
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Killa_Dx
05-19-2020, 08:08 AM #5

5150MHz on the 5900X performs better than 4850MHz on the 5600X. The 5900X really shines, though it's not great at stock settings.

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Gurra34XX
Member
207
05-19-2020, 05:12 PM
#6
I contacted the author of the discussion. I’m sure you’re familiar with the 5900X running on your system until roughly two months ago. I swapped it in with the 5800X3D and now it’s safely stored away.
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Gurra34XX
05-19-2020, 05:12 PM #6

I contacted the author of the discussion. I’m sure you’re familiar with the 5900X running on your system until roughly two months ago. I swapped it in with the 5800X3D and now it’s safely stored away.

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pantxo007
Junior Member
18
05-19-2020, 10:38 PM
#7
I test it for gaming servers and similar tasks, so I was looking for more cores. I made the update via the BIOS, using a thumb drive and whatever "bios update utility" gigabyte offered.
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pantxo007
05-19-2020, 10:38 PM #7

I test it for gaming servers and similar tasks, so I was looking for more cores. I made the update via the BIOS, using a thumb drive and whatever "bios update utility" gigabyte offered.

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Chiroptera4
Junior Member
38
05-20-2020, 09:41 AM
#8
You're starting with just a display keyboard and mouse on your PC.
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Chiroptera4
05-20-2020, 09:41 AM #8

You're starting with just a display keyboard and mouse on your PC.

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MJDPlays
Junior Member
18
05-21-2020, 07:06 PM
#9
Gigabyte indicated the issue is with the CPU and referenced code 99 for "Super IO Initialization." I've already tested a 2 5900X and its failure rate is under 0.7%, so I’m not too surprised.
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MJDPlays
05-21-2020, 07:06 PM #9

Gigabyte indicated the issue is with the CPU and referenced code 99 for "Super IO Initialization." I've already tested a 2 5900X and its failure rate is under 0.7%, so I’m not too surprised.

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05-23-2020, 02:34 AM
#10
That's acceptable.
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Derpy_Unitatos
05-23-2020, 02:34 AM #10

That's acceptable.

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