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Install the Drivers,then the Operating System, before I check/change the BIOS or do the latter first then install OS?

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June 29, 2014 10:10:44 AM

I have a Microstar MS-6526 motherboard with CPU,Cooling system, and fan ilnstalled. After I have installed everything, PSU, connectors for front panel, fans ,etc, the Drives,and the drivers, should I install the Operating System, before I work with the BIOS, or do the BIOS first, after i install the drivers?
I had set up another computer, and the booklet with the motherboard instructions said install the Operating System before you work with the BIOS?
to me it would make sense to do the BIOS first, before the OS is installed, but my older computer manual for the motherboard also specified that the OS should be installed before working with the BIOS.

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June 29, 2014 10:13:47 AM

If all of your hardware check out you should not have to do anything in the bios. Install OS, install drivers, and have fun!
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June 29, 2014 10:14:22 AM

simonchipmunk said:
I have a Microstar MS-6526 motherboard with CPU,Cooling system, and fan ilnstalled. After I have installed everything, PSU, connectors for front panel, fans ,etc, the Drives,and the drivers, should I install the Operating System, before I work with the BIOS, or do the BIOS first, after i install the drivers?
I had set up another computer, and the booklet with the motherboard instructions said install the Operating System before you work with the BIOS?
to me it would make sense to do the BIOS first, before the OS is installed, but my older computer manual for the motherboard also specified that the OS should be installed before working with the BIOS.


You can't install drivers until you install Windows. Do Windows first, then drivers, then maybe BIOS (overclocking?).
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June 29, 2014 10:22:22 AM

1. Upgrade to latest BIOS, set BIOS to defaults
2. Set BIOS RAM Settings, Boot order and UEFI settings whatever as applicable and appropriate
3. Install OS.
4. Install Hardware Drivers and Utilities from original CDs
5. Run Windows Update the 11 or whatever times it takes to finish
6. Install latest hardware drivers from manufacturer web sites
7. Run whatever stability tests you need to satisfy yaself with regard to system stability.
8. Play with BIOS to set yup whatever performance enhancements, etc.
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August 4, 2014 11:27:13 AM

thank you for your replies to my question.
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August 4, 2014 6:32:57 PM

simonchipmunk said:
thank you for your replies to my question.


No problem.
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JackNaylorPE said:
1. Upgrade to latest BIOS, set BIOS to defaults
2. Set BIOS RAM Settings, Boot order and UEFI settings whatever as applicable and appropriate
3. Install OS.
4. Install Hardware Drivers and Utilities from original CDs
5. Run Windows Update the 11 or whatever times it takes to finish
6. Install latest hardware drivers from manufacturer web sites
7. Run whatever stability tests you need to satisfy yaself with regard to system stability.
8. Play with BIOS to set yup whatever performance enhancements, etc.


mrr. Naylor ,thank you for your advice. I will follow it.
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see above. I thanked him.
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