How to Update MoBo?

[Deleted member 956173]

Hi, So I was wondering how do I update a MoBo? I am going to buy a MSI B85m-G43 Mobo:

http://in.msi.com/support/mb/B85MG43.html#down-bios

With an i3 4150 Processor. Now someone said that you might not be able to boot because of out-dated drivers, So I want to be prepared for the worst.

Now I am super confused in which updates to install, Should I download and install all the updates listed there (A total of 8 Updates) Or do I just download the latest one? (Version 3.8)

Once I have done it, How do I update? I dont have a floppy drive, But I do have a 8GB usb.. So do I need to boot from the USB or something? And will the computer even boot to update the BIOS?

Update: The MoBo was preinstalled with the latest software, So I just placed the CPU in and it worked! No need to update anything!

 

[price_th]

What you're misunderstanding is your OS would have to be reinstalled. Right now your system only knows the current board you have. To upgrade you will need to reinstall your OS and all your programs.

 

[Deleted member 956173]

What you're misunderstanding is your OS would have to be reinstalled. Right now your system only knows the current board you have. To upgrade you will need to reinstall your OS and all your programs.

That won't be a problem, Since I would do that anyways.. But you didn't exactly answer my question, Do I need to install all the previous updates as well or only the latest one?

 

[price_th]

If you're buying a new board it shouldn't be necessary to update the BIOS/Firmware. Usually is has the latest or very close to it. You would only update if you needed to fix a bug or if say the CPU is unsupported because it just came out. Other than that it's plug and chug.

 

[Deleted member 956173]

If you're buying a new board it shouldn't be necessary to update the BIOS/Firmware. Usually is has the latest or very close to it. You would only update if you needed to fix a bug or if say the CPU is unsupported because it just came out. Other than that it's plug and chug.

Yes, Apparently, That MoBo doesn't support Haswell Refresh Processors until it gets updated.. And the i3 4150 is a Haswell Refresh Processor. So I might have to update..

 

[price_th]

Also just to cover the bases, If you did need to update the BIOS. Some of the newer system boards have a utility right in the BIOS. Another way is to down load a windows utility if offered. A bootable USB or CD is another option. What ever the method, the download will have instructions. Just make sure you are doing the update for a valid reason meaning that version has something you need to fix or update. If you have a mishap while updating, you could brick your system board so there are slight risks involved.

 

[price_th]

If you're buying a new board it shouldn't be necessary to update the BIOS/Firmware. Usually is has the latest or very close to it. You would only update if you needed to fix a bug or if say the CPU is unsupported because it just came out. Other than that it's plug and chug.

Yes, Apparently, That MoBo doesn't support Haswell Refresh Processors until it gets updated.. And the i3 4150 is a Haswell Refresh Processor. So I might have to update..

Thing to keep in mind is you must have a functioning CPU to do the BIOS update.

 

[Deleted member 956173]

If you're buying a new board it shouldn't be necessary to update the BIOS/Firmware. Usually is has the latest or very close to it. You would only update if you needed to fix a bug or if say the CPU is unsupported because it just came out. Other than that it's plug and chug.

Yes, Apparently, That MoBo doesn't support Haswell Refresh Processors until it gets updated.. And the i3 4150 is a Haswell Refresh Processor. So I might have to update..

Thing to keep in mind is you must have a functioning CPU to do the BIOS update.

Wait.. So I wont be able to even boot to the BIOS screen?!

 

[Deleted member 956173]

Also just to cover the bases, If you did need to update the BIOS. Some of the newer system boards have a utility right in the BIOS. Another way is to down load a windows utility if offered. A bootable USB or CD is another option. What ever the method, the download will have instructions. Just make sure you are doing the update for a valid reason meaning that version has something you need to fix or update. If you have a mishap while updating, you could brick your system board so there are slight risks involved.

Yes, I know I can brick it, But what's the point of MoBo when you can't even boot? Also, What if the CPU doesn't boot because of incompatible processor on the MoBo? Then what? No way to use a Windows utility!

 

[price_th]

Here are some options from Gigabyte. http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&IsNodeId=1&N=100007627 50001314 600009017&Manufactory=1314
I've had good success with them.

 

[price_th]

Also just to cover the bases, If you did need to update the BIOS. Some of the newer system boards have a utility right in the BIOS. Another way is to down load a windows utility if offered. A bootable USB or CD is another option. What ever the method, the download will have instructions. Just make sure you are doing the update for a valid reason meaning that version has something you need to fix or update. If you have a mishap while updating, you could brick your system board so there are slight risks involved.

Yes, I know I can brick it, But what's the point of MoBo when you can't even boot? Also, What if the CPU doesn't boot because of incompatible processor on the MoBo? Then what? No way to use a Windows utility!

To be on the safe side, look at the manual before you purchase to be sure the CPU is compatible.

 

[price_th]

According to Newegg.com that MSI board supports the following CPU types:
4th-Generation Core i7,Core i5,Core i3,Pentium,Celeron (LGA1150)

 

[Deleted member 956173]

According to Newegg.com that MSI board supports the following CPU types:
4th-Generation Core i7,Core i5,Core i3,Pentium,Celeron (LGA1150)

Thanks! I guess I'm safe then!