What happens when I have a BIOS version on my motherboard that is lower than the minimum required for a new CPU? If everything is set up properly, will the case fans at least work? This question also can be formatted as: Without a CPU installed, will case fans still turn on? I’m trying to determine if I shot my CPU, or if the BIOS is not compatible, or if my motherboard is shot.
What happens when I try to start computer with outdated BIOS to new CPU
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If it were mine, I would start by putting the old CPU back and checking that this works. Then if it is running solid and reliable, I would look into upgrading the BIOS. Merely putting a 'too new' CPU should not harm the motherboard (though static and poor assembly technique may).
Some folks have bought an 'older BIOS' motherboard with a 'too new' CPU. They resolve it by borrowing an earlier version CPU or buying one off eBay and then doing the upgrade
As to telling if you have a 'good' motherboard without any CPU, I would check that on the motherboard maker's support site. as it may vary from one maker to another and one model to another.
Some folks have bought an 'older BIOS' motherboard with a 'too new' CPU. They resolve it by borrowing an earlier version CPU or buying one off eBay and then doing the upgrade
As to telling if you have a 'good' motherboard without any CPU, I would check that on the motherboard maker's support site. as it may vary from one maker to another and one model to another.
Okay thanks!
