RAM compatibility Asus prime B250m-a

[joshryback]

Hello,

I was wondering if this type of RAM was compatible with the Asus Prime B250m-a motherboard:

CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4 DRAM 2400MHz C16 (PC4-19200) Memory Kit - Black (CMK8GX4M1A2400C16)

It has 288 pins. I’m a little new to the PC world and was also wondering if I should update my BIOS to the latest version that came out on the 2nd of January 2018.

 

[amskuay]

Should be alright:

https://www.asus.com/au/Motherboards/PRIME-B250M-A/

Says it can support DDR4 at 2400MHz.

I say update the BIOS - helps to iron out any bugs.

 

[joshryback]

What would be the best way to update the bios? I’ve read some things saying it can be destroyed if not done properly.

 

[amskuay]

Asus is pretty easy with upgrading the BIOS - I just did mine a few days ago. You will need an ethernet wired connection to the internet.

First up, get into the BIOS, then advanced mode (should be down the bottom).

Then click on the "Tool" tab up the top.

Then click on EZ Flash Utility.

Should bring you up to BIOS update method - select internet.

Then DHCP.

Instructions should be straightforward after that.

Just make sure you don't interrupt the procedure or lose power whilst it's updating otherwise your motherboard will be bricked. You have to be pretty unlucky if you had a power outtage during the update.