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03-02-2020, 12:00 PM

Hello, I bought this motherboard to connect with a 5600X, but the sticker says it only supports BIOS version 1.10, which doesn’t include Zen 3. Since I don’t have another CPU to upgrade the BIOS and this board doesn’t support USB BIOS flashback, what options do I have besides returning it?

PedroGamer1313

03-02-2020, 12:00 PM #1

Riven109
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03-09-2020, 05:36 PM

Bring it to a nearby shop and they should be able to install the BIOS update for you. They’ll likely do it without charge or at a very low cost.

Riven109

03-09-2020, 05:36 PM #2

Bring it to a nearby shop and they should be able to install the BIOS update for you. They’ll likely do it without charge or at a very low cost.

jamesmader1993
Member

03-23-2020, 01:14 AM

AMD offers a CPU loan scheme where they provide a budget-friendly processor compatible with your Mobo. You can install it, upgrade it, and later replace it with your own. Just return the device once you're finished.

jamesmader1993

03-23-2020, 01:14 AM #3

ghostghillie07
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03-24-2020, 02:55 AM

Visit the official AMD support page for detailed information.

ghostghillie07

03-24-2020, 02:55 AM #4

Visit the official AMD support page for detailed information.

_nya_mew_
Junior Member

03-24-2020, 05:24 AM

I checked the details previously. It appears to be intended for users wanting to run a Zen 2 CPU on a 400 series motherboard.

_nya_mew_

03-24-2020, 05:24 AM #5

I checked the details previously. It appears to be intended for users wanting to run a Zen 2 CPU on a 400 series motherboard.

Swag_Games
Member

03-27-2020, 08:06 AM

Could you clarify your question? Are you asking about the store's willingness to act without a purchase?

Swag_Games

03-27-2020, 08:06 AM #6

Could you clarify your question? Are you asking about the store's willingness to act without a purchase?

_Sherder_
Member

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04-02-2020, 08:30 PM

Reach out to AMD support to check availability of compatible solutions for your Mobo, as not all 570x boards support older AM4 processors.

_Sherder_

04-02-2020, 08:30 PM #7

Reach out to AMD support to check availability of compatible solutions for your Mobo, as not all 570x boards support older AM4 processors.

kreptedcannon
Member

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04-03-2020, 09:23 PM

Even without purchasing from them, I believe most shops would be open to updating the bios for you if you covered the cost.

kreptedcannon

04-03-2020, 09:23 PM #8

Even without purchasing from them, I believe most shops would be open to updating the bios for you if you covered the cost.