Update needed for Z370 motherboard, not compatible with i-8xxx models.

stuff
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08-05-2018, 07:41 AM

Hey, I see you're planning a desktop upgrade. You're thinking of getting the ASUS Prime Z370-A II for the motherboard and an i7-9700K CPU. Since your current board can't run that CPU without a BIOS update, you'll need a dedicated CPU just for the update. You're aiming to avoid another 120€ for an i3 processor. I heard AMD sometimes offers used Ryzen CPUs to customers needing updates, and there might be similar programs for Intel as well. Let me know if you want more details on those options! Thanks, Ian.

stuff

08-05-2018, 07:41 AM #1

eskzz
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08-06-2018, 09:34 AM

Suggested upgrades: 1) Switch to Ryzen 2. 2) Install an 8700K if your board remains. 3) Replace the motherboard if you still have the 9700K. Your current setup isn't ideal due to the BIOS problems.

eskzz

08-06-2018, 09:34 AM #2

Suggested upgrades: 1) Switch to Ryzen 2. 2) Install an 8700K if your board remains. 3) Replace the motherboard if you still have the 9700K. Your current setup isn't ideal due to the BIOS problems.

SaySaeqo
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08-12-2018, 03:01 PM

Nope.

SaySaeqo

08-12-2018, 03:01 PM #3

Nope.

ADIR_4444
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08-12-2018, 07:34 PM

Many people suggest taking the board to a nearby computer repair shop. These shops usually offer a CPU that lets you upgrade the board without needing to purchase a compatible one yourself.

ADIR_4444

08-12-2018, 07:34 PM #4

Many people suggest taking the board to a nearby computer repair shop. These shops usually offer a CPU that lets you upgrade the board without needing to purchase a compatible one yourself.

J1son
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08-13-2018, 02:58 AM

Wouldn't it be better to purchase a Z390 directly? The cost should remain comparable.

J1son

08-13-2018, 02:58 AM #5

Wouldn't it be better to purchase a Z390 directly? The cost should remain comparable.

Lil_Shorty
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08-13-2018, 03:44 AM

These differences aren't necessarily explained in the Z390 documentation.

Lil_Shorty

08-13-2018, 03:44 AM #6

These differences aren't necessarily explained in the Z390 documentation.

PandaBlack47
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08-13-2018, 09:17 AM

That's a great suggestion. I appreciate your consideration!

PandaBlack47

08-13-2018, 09:17 AM #7

That's a great suggestion. I appreciate your consideration!

NooLele
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08-18-2018, 04:04 AM

The Z390 boards were designed exclusively for the 9 series.

NooLele

08-18-2018, 04:04 AM #8

The Z390 boards were designed exclusively for the 9 series.

MrWalid72
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08-19-2018, 08:35 PM

Z390 is ready to use out of the box with the latest generation.

MrWalid72

08-19-2018, 08:35 PM #9

Z390 is ready to use out of the box with the latest generation.

TOMMYCRAFT05
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08-29-2018, 09:23 PM

#10

Alright, I'll go with Z390 then. Thanks!

TOMMYCRAFT05

08-29-2018, 09:23 PM #10

Alright, I'll go with Z390 then. Thanks!