K9N2 Diamond

[timpin2002]

I just put my system together and can't get it to boot. I've found out that it could be a bios problem , is there any way to tell what bios version it is without getting to the boot screen. Also is there anyway to change the bios with no boot screen.

it's a k9n2 diamond motherboard with a phenom II x4 955 BE CPU

 

[pepperman]

If you haven't updated the bios, you will need to do so using a chip that works on the native bios(probably v20 or v21), ie an am2 or am2+ cpu. Once updated(at least v24), you can put your phenom II. Unfortunately there isn't any other way to do this. You could request a new board with an updated bios, but I don't know if MSI does that.

Here's a list of cpus and which bios version supports them
http://www.msicomputer.com/index.php?func=prodcpu2&prod_no=1438&maincat_no=1#menu

 

[OvrClkr]

yep, it wont boot with an AM3 CPU till you update the Bios.....

You are better off buying a low end CPU just to update the bios and then you can return it for a full refund.

AMD Athlon 64 LE-1640 Lima 2.7GHz Socket AM2 45W Single-Core Processor - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103240

 

[timpin2002]

Thanks, is it typical for a computer repair place to sell cpu's, or at least be able to use a cpu they have around to update my bios. I'm only asking cause I'm on a engineering internship right now and stuff i have ordered i need to drive two hours to get to at home.

 

[timpin2002]

Are you sure that CPU will work it only has Core Name's Sparta and Orleans under the compatibility list for the LE-1640. Or does core name really not matter?

 

[OvrClkr]

If you do not see the Lima 2.7Ghz cpu on the list then just look for one that is compatible...

Another thing you can do is call MSI and ask if that CPU is compatible or not...