Question BIOS

[Transam4558]

Firstly, my PC is working great after I replaced the motherboard from a Biostar G41D3+ to an ASUS P5G41T-M LX V2, but when it starts up the BIOS says BIOS needs updating, but I cannot open BIOS to read it. Tried all the usual stuff with no luck. I downloaded 'ASUS live update' which said all OK.
So am a bit confused about that, but more confused about I cannot read BIOS. CPU is a Xeon E5450 3.0 Ghz. Any ideas. ?

 

[lvt]

I have this motherboard as well, working greate.

What do you mean by saying "I cannot open BIOS to read it" ?

Did you reset the Bios before installing (remove the battery or short the jumpers)?

 

[Transam4558]

Yes....Tested the battery too, 3.11v..When I start up the BIOS does its thing with half a dozen beeps, it is very quick, but I noticed it said BIOS needs updating. Went through the open BIOS page routine but nothing happens, just opens Windows in about 30 seconds..

 

[lvt]

Yes....Tested the battery too, 3.11v..When I start up the BIOS does its thing with half a dozen beeps, it is very quick, but I noticed it said BIOS needs updating. Went through the open BIOS page routine but nothing happens, just opens Windows in about 30 seconds..

I update mine using an USB stick.

Asus Bios comes with built-in Asus EZ Bios Update, you can launch it from the Bios setup.

 

[Transam4558]

Yes, I read that on the Net, but don't you actually have to get into BIOS to do it, which I can't..?

 

[lvt]

Yes, I read that on the Net, but don't you actually have to get into BIOS to do it, which I can't..?

If you clear the Bios using battery removal method, you should be able to get in to the Bios.

 

[Transam4558]

Will give that another try...😊

 

[Transam4558]

Took the battery out, did the jumper thing, waited 5 minutes, still the same, still will not go into BIOS, making me think there is something amiss in the BIOS department, so think I will forget it, as the PC works great..... 😊

 

[lvt]

Did you press the DEL button at the right moment after turning the PC on?

 

[Transam4558]

Many times, even tried different keys....🙁
I am a bit confused as I downloaded ASUS Live Update, it said all up to date, so I don't understand why the BIOS boot up, which whizzes by, says update BIOS.
Anyhooooo, if a problem does develop I will just buy a replacement s/h motherboard, they cost peanuts where I am...