Resetting BIOS after restart is a common issue.
Resetting BIOS after restart is a common issue.
She recently upgraded her PC with an ASUS ROG Strix Z390-E Gaming motherboard. Every time she restarts, the BIOS reverts to its original settings, erasing changes like DRAM speed, Aura lighting, and CPU overclocks. This behavior suggests a possible CMOS battery issue or a faulty reset. Replacing the CMOS battery might help restore custom settings without dismantling the system. Other suggestions could include checking BIOS updates, ensuring proper power delivery, or consulting ASUS support for compatibility. Let me know if you'd like more options.
Are you checking if she’s preserving the BIOS configurations? (F10 to save and restart?) Yes, I’ll clarify. Have you attempted resetting the CMOS, then applying overclocking settings? Or is the overclocking issue causing problems? It seems like an error occurred, and the system is resetting back to defaults when you press F1 to proceed.
No issues caused by the OC. We can attempt to reset the CMOS. Once I demonstrate the process, I’ll follow up with an update. We’ll also experiment with minor adjustments such as aura lighting settings to check if they remain consistent after a basic power cycle.
Begin with the battery, swap it for a fresh one. If the issue persists, it likely points to a Mobo problem requiring an RMA replacement.
She didn't disclose that she also used Asus's AI Suite 3 on her system. The DRAM speeds weren't changed as expected, so they didn't reset properly. Instead, a BSOD happened because of a loose 8-Pin CPU power connector, which forced the BIOS to revert to previous boot configurations before we applied XMP settings to her RAM. What kept resetting was her onboard Aura lighting. This explains why my earlier talk about the AI Suite mattered—it appears the software overrode the BIOS defaults. She hadn't set the lighting to "Stealth Mode" in the AI Suite, so each restart or shutdown altered the BIOS settings. It was clearly a mistake from the start. Appreciate your time and advice.
Bonjour, je comprends que tu aies des difficultés. Je ne suis pas sûr de bien comprendre comment j'ai résolu ton problème, car tu me dis que c'est exactement le même que le tien. Pourrais-tu m'expliquer davantage ?
The problem stemmed from AI Suite altering the BIOS configuration, which would reset automatically when the computer was powered down or restarted.