Looking up BIOS information on a motherboard without powering it up.

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Paris2006
Junior Member

03-06-2016, 09:26 PM

You can see the active BIOS version inside the motherboard itself. Check the label or documentation on the back of the case for the current model and its BIOS details.

Paris2006

03-06-2016, 09:26 PM #1

You can see the active BIOS version inside the motherboard itself. Check the label or documentation on the back of the case for the current model and its BIOS details.

Mack_Gamer
Junior Member

03-10-2016, 09:41 AM

No method exists to determine this without sharing the post on the bios.

Mack_Gamer

03-10-2016, 09:41 AM #2

No method exists to determine this without sharing the post on the bios.

MineFloYT
Member

190

03-10-2016, 05:58 PM

Sure! What can I do for you?

MineFloYT

03-10-2016, 05:58 PM #3

Sure! What can I do for you?

HarryZoe
Member

03-11-2016, 01:21 AM

Sorry, there isn't one. If you're looking to purchase an older chipset and aren't certain about CPU compatibility (such as a Ryzen 3000 on a B450 board), simply look at the motherboard's documentation to confirm support for the CPU. For instance, Intel has added more CPUs to certain sockets over time, like in the 9th generation line.

HarryZoe

03-11-2016, 01:21 AM #4

rageparade
Junior Member

03-20-2016, 05:22 AM

Certain motherboards come with "Ryzen 3000 Ready" or "Ryzen 2000 Ready" markings on the packaging, aiding in selection, though pinpointing the precise model is unlikely.

rageparade

03-20-2016, 05:22 AM #5

Certain motherboards come with "Ryzen 3000 Ready" or "Ryzen 2000 Ready" markings on the packaging, aiding in selection, though pinpointing the precise model is unlikely.

Dandoolies
Junior Member

03-20-2016, 07:37 AM

It mainly consisted of a 5000-series model for my B550, because I found out some are already compatible.

Dandoolies

03-20-2016, 07:37 AM #6

It mainly consisted of a 5000-series model for my B550, because I found out some are already compatible.

xXMin3rCraftXx
Member

03-20-2016, 09:29 AM

Updates for Agesa 1.0.8.0 and 1.1.0.0 are scheduled for the 5th, including the CPU release. It's advisable to upgrade to the latest BIOS version at that time.

xXMin3rCraftXx

03-20-2016, 09:29 AM #7

Updates for Agesa 1.0.8.0 and 1.1.0.0 are scheduled for the 5th, including the CPU release. It's advisable to upgrade to the latest BIOS version at that time.