How do i safely update the BIOS on the MSI 970A-G46 motherboard to support the FX-8350?

[crysisman546]

Since i have ordered the upgrades to my PC including the FX-8350, i wanted to know if the MSI 970A-G46 mobo will need a BIOS update in order to properly support the CPU? Because i have heard horror stories about people who used that CPU on my mobo and both went up in smoke or just stopped working altogether. If so, how do i safely update without bricking it?

In case you were curious OR if it helps, here are the parts i ordered. All of these will be inside a Cooler Master Elite 430 Mid sized case on the MSI 970A-G46:

https://pcpartpicker.com/user/PCdude456/saved/qwcRsY

Also, i do NOT overclock. I don't see a reason too, but i am excited for the day they arrive!

UPDATE: I already have a CPU Cooler. Its the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus.

 

[Mr_Venbeer]

Yes, you should probably update your BIOS before installing this CPU. Are you currently using this motherboard?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Shouldn't need a BIOS update , but will need better cooling due to the boards poor thermal design.

 

[Mr_Venbeer]

I have heard that this motherboard freezes with 8-core cpus, watch out for that.

 

[PIEapple]

didn't need to update bios.
for amd cpu,you need a better cooling,like hyper 212
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $26.75
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-17 21:00 EST-0500

 

[crysisman546]

didn't need to update bios.
for amd cpu,you need a better cooling,like hyper 212
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $26.75
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-17 21:00 EST-0500

I forgot to mention that i already have an aftermarket cooler. Like you said, it's the Hyper 212 Plus.

 

[crysisman546]

Shouldn't need a BIOS update , but will need better cooling due to the boards poor thermal design.

I forgot to mention that i already have an Aftermarket CPU cooler installed. It's the Hyper 212 Plus.

 

[crysisman546]

Yes, you should probably update your BIOS before installing this CPU. Are you currently using this motherboard?

Yes, i am currently using the motherboard.

 

[crysisman546]

Shouldn't need a BIOS update , but will need better cooling due to the boards poor thermal design.

Since your a Motherboard expert, are you super sure that i won't need to update the BIOS?

I remember before that the FX-8350 wasn't supported by the mobo, but now it is: http://www.msi.com/support/mb/970A-G46.html#support-cpu

Though, i'd probably help if i looked up my BIOS version and see if i really need to or not. I'll check back later and respond again when i find my BIOS version.

 

[crysisman546]

didn't need to update bios.
for amd cpu,you need a better cooling,like hyper 212
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $26.75
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-17 21:00 EST-0500

My BIOS version is v2.4, and i'm already running an FX-6300 so i guess that it'll work then?

 

[PIEapple]

didn't need to update bios.
for amd cpu,you need a better cooling,like hyper 212
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $26.75
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-17 21:00 EST-0500

My BIOS version is v2.4, and i'm already running an FX-6300 so i guess that it'll work then?

MSI 970A-G46 with FX-8350 and FX-6300 need v2.2 bios version.Your bios version is v2.4,it will work for sure

http://www.msi.com/support/mb/970A-G46.html#support_support

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Like I stated stated should run without BIOS update.

 

[crysisman546]

didn't need to update bios.
for amd cpu,you need a better cooling,like hyper 212
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.75 @ OutletPC)
Total: $26.75
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-12-17 21:00 EST-0500

My BIOS version is v2.4, and i'm already running an FX-6300 so i guess that it'll work then?

MSI 970A-G46 with FX-8350 and FX-6300 need v2.2 bios version.Your bios version is v2.4,it will work for sure

http://www.msi.com/support/mb/970A-G46.html#support_support

Alright, thanks! I'll post again if i have any issues with it.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

I would look into a better board like the UD3P.

 

[crysisman546]

I would look into a better board like the UD3P.

I will if i have any issues with my current one.

 

[Nayeem Alom]

You Can use MSI Live Update tool......
http://www.msi.com/page/Live-Update-5-Manual