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  1. 05-12-09, 09:31 AM #1
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    Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    my rig:

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    everything was fine till yesterday but after a bios update the windows 7 splash screen pauses for a second before booting. even while gaming the the frames drop every 5 seconds.

    eg: while playing prototype i normally get about 35fps but every 5 secs it drops to 25 then it comes back 35fps even in less crowded areas.:@

    this happens in almost every game.can somebody help?

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    Re: sudden problems

    why did you do a bios update? reason?

    can you revert to an older bios?



    after bios update did you reset all bios settings and set them again as required? if not try this 1st.
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  3. 05-12-09, 09:49 AM #3
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    Re: sudden problems

    i did the bios update coz the newer bios gave my cpu better support.yup i did select load optimized defaults but nothing happened.finally there is no option to revert to the older bios(in the biostar bios updater).

    everything else runs fine its only during the booting and gaming.strange,eh?
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  4. 05-12-09, 09:52 AM #4
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    Re: sudden problems

    have u run a occt and checked stability? probably the bios is not as suitable as you felt. are you monitoring temps?



    the booting aspect is fine imho, a bios update may introduce additional checks increasing the time.
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  5. 05-12-09, 09:55 AM #5
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    Re: sudden problems

    Can you post screenshots of CPUz with the default window and the memory tab selected?
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  6. 05-12-09, 10:39 AM #6
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    Re: sudden problems

    temps:

    cpu: idle:35c load:60c

    gpu idle:42c load: 60c



    stranglely in cpu-z in the memory tab it shows channels# as single but my mobo supports dual channel. any inputs?
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  7. 05-12-09, 11:26 AM #7
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    Re: sudden problems

    Load temps of the CPU seem to be in the higher side. Check the ventilation inside the case. Please post the screenshots I asked.
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    Re: sudden problems

    http://www.imgx.org/public/view/full/20208 cpu-z---cpu

    http://www.imgx.org/public/view/full/20209 cpu-z---memory



    wat abt the single channel issue? can anybody help?



    and the cpu temps hardly ever reach 60c.they r noramlly at 54c on load.they once reached 60c while playing mirrors edge for an hour.
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  9. 05-12-09, 12:27 PM #9
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    Re: sudden problems

    ^^ need to check if all settings are correct, that's why I'm asking you to post a screenshot.



    Okay it wasn't visible first. Settings are fine.



    Check if Cool & Quiet it enabled/disabled in BIOS. Also check if the settings of the same in control panel and tell me if what it's set to .
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  10. 05-12-09, 12:55 PM #10
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    Re: sudden problems

    wat abt the single channel issue? my mobo supports dual channel.
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  11. 05-12-09, 01:26 PM #11
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    Re: sudden problems

    Take out the RAMs and insert in other slots and see
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  12. 05-12-09, 01:51 PM #12
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    Re: sudden problems

    i've got just one stick and i tried putting it in both slots bot to no avail. any bios settings i need to tweak?
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    Re: sudden problems

    If you have only one RAM stick how it will run in "dual" channel mode?
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    Re: sudden problems

    This sounds foolish but try reinstalling windows, If no success restore previous BIOS.
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    Re: sudden problems

    Reinstall windows..thats the best way..
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    Re: Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    by any change, was your pc overclocked when you updated bios?

    load defaults and flash again.
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    Re: Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    is it harmful to flash bios too often?
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    Re: Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    Flashing BIOS without any particular problem in system, just because of update could be harmful.
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    Re: Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    Quote Originally Posted by virus32win
    Flashing BIOS without any particular problem in system, just because of update could be harmful.




    What is the basis of this statement?



    BIOS FLASHING has no harm if done following the proper procedure.

    Often it adds support for newer hardware and features



    Why and How to Flash Your BIOS



    BIOS Flashing, What is BIOS or CMOS flashing?



    The hazards of BIOS flashing

    As described earlier, the BIOS is a crucial component of your computer since it is always the first program that runs when you turn the machine on. If the BIOS does not run, the machine cannot boot. Therefore it is very important that a BIOS upgrade is performed properly. If it fails, it can permanently ruin the BIOS, resulting in your computer becoming a door stop. Common reasons for BIOS flashes gone bad are power failure during the flashing process, and flashing the BIOS with an incorrect BIOS version. Because of these dangers you do not flash a BIOS just for shits and giggles, but only if there is a very good reason.


    In OP's case, he should revert to an older BIOS version and verify the issues faced.
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    Re: Sudden problems after a BIOS update

    Reminder for you guys, not to flash BIOS unless there is a REALLY GOOD reason!



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