Something is breaking my motherboards!!!
Something is breaking my motherboards!!!
Hi,
I’m dealing with a rather unusual issue where something—possibly malware or a Windows bug—continues to attempt overclocking my system, eventually preventing it from booting.
I own an MSI 970A-G46 that would reset BIOS settings after failed boot attempts, then stop booting altogether. I reached out to MSI for repair but it didn’t resolve the issue.
I initially suspected a power supply or motherboard problem, so I replaced the PSU, motherboard, and RAM. I installed a ZALMAN ZM650 PSU and an ASUS 970 PRO GAMING/AURA motherboard, and a HyperEvo 212 for temperatures.
Recently, the new motherboard failed to boot multiple times, displaying "Incorrect overclock settings" and resetting the OC settings. The system now runs only with Windows 8.1 on a single hard disk.
Anyone has encountered this strange problem? Is it related to malware or a Windows 8 issue? I’m considering abandoning Windows entirely.
AssemblerX86 :
Silverbear shared some insights: many 970 chipset boards struggle with FX processors. I suggest updating to the latest BIOS version. Here are the links:
https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/970...pDesk_CPU/
Additionally, the FX6300 is marked as supported since the initial BIOS release.
https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/970...pDesk_CPU/
Also, check the Zalman PSU and refer to the Power Supply Tier List in my profile.
Interestingly, the MSI board failed four years after installation. I consulted TomsHarware about the Zalman PSU before purchasing it, and they all recommended it.
Hmmm, that seems a bit unusual. Still, updating the BIOS might improve system stability, as it's fairly...
Silverbear shared his experience about FX processors on motherboards, noting many 970 chipset boards have problems. He suggests updating to the latest BIOS version and provides links for reference. He also mentions the FX6300 is marked as supported since the initial BIOS release and advises checking the Zalman PSU and Power Supply Tier List. He recalls a motherboard failure four years later and confirms he consulted TomsHarware before purchasing it.
AssemblerX86 :
Silverbear shared some insights: many 970 chipset boards struggle with FX processors. I suggest upgrading to the latest BIOS version. Here are the links:
https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/970...pDesk_CPU/
https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/970...pDesk_CPU/
Also, the FX6300 is marked as supported since the initial BIOS release.
Zalman PSU is recommended, and you can check the Power Supply Tier List in my profile.
However, the MSI board failed four years after installation. I consulted TomsHarware about the Zalman PSU before purchasing, and they all suggested it.
It seems a bit unusual, but updating the BIOS might improve stability, as it’s relatively simple. Alternatively, testing with only the new RAM could reveal if your old RAM is faulty.