Update of BIOS - Display blank screen.
Update of BIOS - Display blank screen.
To upgrade to the 5800X3D, I had to update the BIOS, which I hadn’t done yet, weighing risks against benefits. I tried flashing to v25, then to v31 (needed for newer versions). Using the Gigabyte EC FW tool helped ensure dual-channel RAM worked with the latest BIOS. After that, I updated to v51, the current recommended version. The problem arose when flashing to v51; the screen went blank instead of turning off, showing only black. It’s possible my machine uses a stable PSU, so power interruptions didn’t occur. Others shared similar issues with NVME boot drives or RAM incompatibility. I changed the monitor port, removed the NVME drive, booted from a Windows repair disk, cleared RAM sticks, and even reset CMOS—none worked. Some suggested reverting BIOS versions, but without clear instructions for this specific board, I’m unsure. I see the 5800X3D supports v51g to current, so rolling back might help. If that’s possible, it could fix the glitch. Alternatively, I might need a different motherboard, like a b550M, to avoid further complications.
Have you already set up the 5800x3d? It's possible the latest BIOS removed compatibility with the 1400 model.
That's a thoughtful suggestion, something I hadn't thought about before. I'll explore it further. I haven't even removed the 5800X3D yet, since things have gone wrong enough already—I'm playing it safe now. Thanks for offering another chance, and I'm hoping it helps.