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iqzero_70   07-16-2009 at 01:27:21 PM

Hi, I have a nagging freeze problem with my PC. Thought I kicked it by changing RAM modules (from 4 x 1GB 800Mhz modules to 2 x 2GB 1066Mhz) and OS (from Vista 64-bit to XP SP3) but the problem I had before is back. I have a recurring error message occasionally when I boot up the system which states that BIOS is not compatible with CPU? Can anyone kindly refer me to a technician who can fix up my BIOS? My system:
Intel Q9300
MSI P5 Platinum
2 x 2GB PC-850 1066Mhz sticks
9800GX2
500GB HD
Blu-ray drive
DVD writer
Antec 900 (complete fans)
Antec 850W PS
I'm seriously considering jumping to an AMD platform if I can't fix this problem. Help please...

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shabaa   07-16-2009 at 06:52:16 PM
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MSI does not list a "P5 Platinmum" What board do you have?

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festerovic   07-16-2009 at 06:55:01 PM
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You don't need to fix the BIOS, you need to update it. Go to the manufacturer's website, check out the support page, and read how to do a flash. It's a fairly common thing to do, especially to add CPU support.

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505090   07-16-2009 at 07:23:54 PM
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update the bios, just read and follow the directions carefully. a bad flash will ruin the board

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