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Gigabyte x99 u4 bios assistance guides users for troubleshooting and installation.

Gigabyte x99 u4 bios assistance guides users for troubleshooting and installation.

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BLOOM213
Junior Member
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12-27-2016, 04:52 AM
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I just received the x99 platform from a friend who’s moving away from it. He mentioned the BIOS could be damaged. I’m unsure how to begin backing up the BIOS on the motherboard. According to Gigabyte, this board supports dual BIOS options.
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BLOOM213
12-27-2016, 04:52 AM #1

I just received the x99 platform from a friend who’s moving away from it. He mentioned the BIOS could be damaged. I’m unsure how to begin backing up the BIOS on the motherboard. According to Gigabyte, this board supports dual BIOS options.

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Chargez
Member
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12-27-2016, 09:16 PM
#2
The dual bios system activates automatically when a problem arises with the primary bios. Simply power it on and remain idle. Note that no memory is currently installed; the board requires memory to function properly. For troubleshooting, ensure the CPU heat sink is in place for safety. To check functionality, use the small speaker for diagnostics.
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Chargez
12-27-2016, 09:16 PM #2

The dual bios system activates automatically when a problem arises with the primary bios. Simply power it on and remain idle. Note that no memory is currently installed; the board requires memory to function properly. For troubleshooting, ensure the CPU heat sink is in place for safety. To check functionality, use the small speaker for diagnostics.

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Greenxepho
Junior Member
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12-27-2016, 09:37 PM
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It continously beeps when I plug in the speaker. Gigabyte says that continous beeps means memory config error. I've done multiple ram config and nothing happens
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Greenxepho
12-27-2016, 09:37 PM #3

It continously beeps when I plug in the speaker. Gigabyte says that continous beeps means memory config error. I've done multiple ram config and nothing happens

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12-28-2016, 08:04 AM
#4
Yes, I checked the pins in the socket.
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PandaBearMan23
12-28-2016, 08:04 AM #4

Yes, I checked the pins in the socket.

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yalex27
Senior Member
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12-28-2016, 01:47 PM
#5
Conducted a thorough examination of this item. Could benefit from a quick verification.
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yalex27
12-28-2016, 01:47 PM #5

Conducted a thorough examination of this item. Could benefit from a quick verification.

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totorayb57
Junior Member
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12-28-2016, 07:28 PM
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It's hard to determine if the issue is the lighting since it becomes blurry upon zooming.
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totorayb57
12-28-2016, 07:28 PM #6

It's hard to determine if the issue is the lighting since it becomes blurry upon zooming.

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strandofgrass
Member
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12-29-2016, 04:26 AM
#7
The pins appear fine. Appreciate the photos. Have you attempted a reflash? If yes, allow the board to handle it. After the update, the board should restart. It might attempt to restore the backup BIOS first. This whole process is automatic and usually takes 2-3 minutes per BIOS, with one restart in between. If successful, enter the new BIOS, power down, then clear CMOS and post. Good luck!
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strandofgrass
12-29-2016, 04:26 AM #7

The pins appear fine. Appreciate the photos. Have you attempted a reflash? If yes, allow the board to handle it. After the update, the board should restart. It might attempt to restore the backup BIOS first. This whole process is automatic and usually takes 2-3 minutes per BIOS, with one restart in between. If successful, enter the new BIOS, power down, then clear CMOS and post. Good luck!

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12-30-2016, 09:38 PM
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I'll attempt to refresh it.
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badgergirl0315
12-30-2016, 09:38 PM #8

I'll attempt to refresh it.