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This motherboard doesn't allow access to the BIOS settings.

This motherboard doesn't allow access to the BIOS settings.

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Coppie
Junior Member
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08-25-2021, 09:36 PM
#1
I’m having trouble getting into the BIOS on my new Pro Z690-A DDR4 board. Once I accessed it, I didn’t make any changes to the settings. Now it seems the BIOS isn’t showing up at all. I cleared the CMOS using the jumper and battery, tried various RAM slots and GPU PCI slots, but nothing worked. I also restarted with Advanced Startup to reach UEFI, pressed DEL, F2, F11, and F12 during boot, used different display ports, but still got a blank screen. There’s no EZ debug LED, yet I sometimes see an error saying there’s no boot drive when one is connected. The computer runs normally otherwise, but I can’t access the BIOS.
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Coppie
08-25-2021, 09:36 PM #1

I’m having trouble getting into the BIOS on my new Pro Z690-A DDR4 board. Once I accessed it, I didn’t make any changes to the settings. Now it seems the BIOS isn’t showing up at all. I cleared the CMOS using the jumper and battery, tried various RAM slots and GPU PCI slots, but nothing worked. I also restarted with Advanced Startup to reach UEFI, pressed DEL, F2, F11, and F12 during boot, used different display ports, but still got a blank screen. There’s no EZ debug LED, yet I sometimes see an error saying there’s no boot drive when one is connected. The computer runs normally otherwise, but I can’t access the BIOS.

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Dj_raptor100
Junior Member
37
08-26-2021, 04:31 AM
#2
Have you attempted to boot into BIOS from Windows?
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Dj_raptor100
08-26-2021, 04:31 AM #2

Have you attempted to boot into BIOS from Windows?

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sjoerdje007
Member
96
09-03-2021, 07:49 AM
#3
Access your Windows configuration Go to the start menu of Windows and choose “Settings” found on the left side. Alternatively, press the Windows + I keys to open settings. Step 2. Choose “Update & security” Inside this section, scroll down until you locate the “Update & security” option. Step 3. Choose “Recovery” Step 4. Click “Restart now” Under “Advanced startup” you’ll find a “Restart now” button to restart your PC for setup or recovery. Once rebooted, a special menu will appear offering choices like “Use a device,” “Continue,” “Turn off your PC,” or “Troubleshoot.” Step 5. Select “Troubleshoot” Within the menu, pick “Advanced options” then “UEFI Firmware Settings.” This enables BIOS access on your Windows 10 system. Step 6. Verify the restart confirmation
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sjoerdje007
09-03-2021, 07:49 AM #3

Access your Windows configuration Go to the start menu of Windows and choose “Settings” found on the left side. Alternatively, press the Windows + I keys to open settings. Step 2. Choose “Update & security” Inside this section, scroll down until you locate the “Update & security” option. Step 3. Choose “Recovery” Step 4. Click “Restart now” Under “Advanced startup” you’ll find a “Restart now” button to restart your PC for setup or recovery. Once rebooted, a special menu will appear offering choices like “Use a device,” “Continue,” “Turn off your PC,” or “Troubleshoot.” Step 5. Select “Troubleshoot” Within the menu, pick “Advanced options” then “UEFI Firmware Settings.” This enables BIOS access on your Windows 10 system. Step 6. Verify the restart confirmation

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0ACID_Rain0
Member
179
09-18-2021, 07:57 AM
#4
I've attempted this and it keeps showing a blank screen upon restarting.
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0ACID_Rain0
09-18-2021, 07:57 AM #4

I've attempted this and it keeps showing a blank screen upon restarting.

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WPaige
Senior Member
377
09-19-2021, 10:53 AM
#5
Use the "Flash BIOS Button" on your motherboard to update your BIOS. It is positioned at the top of the board, close to the USB and PS/2 connectors.
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WPaige
09-19-2021, 10:53 AM #5

Use the "Flash BIOS Button" on your motherboard to update your BIOS. It is positioned at the top of the board, close to the USB and PS/2 connectors.

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II_RIPTIDE_II
Member
167
09-21-2021, 03:01 AM
#6
I pressed it and the illumination came on. After the computer started, the light faded away after some time before returning to normal operation.
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II_RIPTIDE_II
09-21-2021, 03:01 AM #6

I pressed it and the illumination came on. After the computer started, the light faded away after some time before returning to normal operation.

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DianeOfTheMoon
Junior Member
46
09-21-2021, 03:37 PM
#7
No, I didn't remove the CMOS battery.
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DianeOfTheMoon
09-21-2021, 03:37 PM #7

No, I didn't remove the CMOS battery.

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09-23-2021, 12:01 AM
#8
I don't have the ability to access your BIOS directly.
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QuikScopeMster
09-23-2021, 12:01 AM #8

I don't have the ability to access your BIOS directly.