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Paul1963

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sorry if this is the wrong section I am looking for the latest bios update for a prime a320m-k mobo my version at the moment is 5603 as i want to install a rysen 7 cpu and a re 9060 xt gpu. Have looked at the bios on the ASU’s site but unshared and which one to select be great full for any help
Many thanks
 

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Version 6241 dated 2025/04/07 is the most recent final version. There are 2 other versions 6251 and 6253 but they are both Beta versions unless you are happy to try them.

EDIT: The latest version 6253 says "includes a critical fTPM firmware upgrade, enhancing security and optimizing game compatibility. Before proceeding, back up your BitLocker recovery key and suspend BitLocker encryption in your operating system to prevent potential boot issues".
 

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Hi thank you for your help i have downloaded the latest bios files do i put the 2 files on the usb or just the exe file plus i have checked the bit locker key and showing deactivated should i still get a copy of the bit locker key and save it
Many thanks
Paul
 

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    32gb
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    nvidia 1050 ti
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    500ssd 2x 1tb sata
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Paul1963 said:
Hi thank you for your help i have downloaded the latest bios files do i put the 2 files on the usb or just the exe file plus i have checked the bit locker key and showing deactivated should i still get a copy of the bit locker key and save it
Many thanks
Paul
Click to expand...


I believe one of those files is a "renamer tool".
You need to run that to rename the BIOS file to the form your motherboard BIOS will recognize.

This is the BIOS download for my ASUS board...

Image1.webp



Then, once it's renamed, put it on a USB stick formatted to FAT32.

Then put the stick in one of the motherboard USB ports on the back of the computer.
Reboot and gently spam the DELETE key to enter the BIOS (setup).

Then go to the Tools tab to flash (upgrade), the BIOS.



These directions are only for ASUS motherboards.






This is from MY motherboard manual, but it should be the same for you...


Image2.webp





I noticed you filled out your computer specs.... here's ten points just for being so helpful. :-)
 
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Ghot said:
I believe one of those files is a "renamer tool".
You need to run that to rename the BIOS file to the form your motherboard BIOS will recognize.

This is the BIOS download for my ASUS board...

View attachment 150405
Click to expand...
The renamer tool is only needed to use the "crash free BIOS" recovery tool. See the downloadable BIOS guide. I believe that renaming the BIOS would do no harm for the normal update, though.

Whether the OP should use the latest beta BIOS, I can't say. Seems odd that both of the newest available BIOS updates are betas.
 

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Hi thanks for the input i see you can update via the internet is it ok to use that option or stick with the USB
 

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    32gb
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    500ssd 2x 1tb sata
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Paul1963 said:
Hi thanks for the input i see you can update via the internet is it ok to use that option or stick with the USB
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Don't do it over the internet. If the internet glitches, you can brick your motherboard.
Do it the SAFE way... use a USB stick.
That way, ONLY a power failure can mess you up.


Do it just like this...

Format a USB stick as FAT32.
Put the BIOS file on the USB stick.
Plug the USB stick into one of the motherboard USB ports, on the back of the computer.
Then...

Image1.webp





Don't MAKE me type all this a 3rd time. :D




I've never loaded the BIOS defaults before flashing the BIOS, and I've never had a problem.

 
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    EVGA RTX 2070 (08G-P4-2171-KR)
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    TWIN2X2048-6400C4DHX (2 x 1GB, DDR2 800)
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Ghot said:
I believe one of those files is a "renamer tool".
You need to run that to rename the BIOS file to the form your motherboard BIOS will recognize.
Click to expand...

Don't have to rename the file if flashing in the bios screen.
That is only if you are using the flashback port cause the bios is corrupted.
Been using Asus boards since 1999 and have never renamed the file for just using the tool in the bios.
 

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KevTech said:
Don't have to rename the file if flashing in the bios screen.
That is only if you are using the flashback port cause the bios is corrupted.
Been using Asus boards since 1999 and have never renamed the file for just using the tool in the bios.
Click to expand...



Deja Vu ??? Post #5
 

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    AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
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    Asus Pro WS X570-ACE (BIOS 5302)
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    G.Skill (F4-3200C14D-16GTZKW)
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    EVGA RTX 2070 (08G-P4-2171-KR)
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    Realtek ALC1220P / ALC S1220A
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    ASUS M2N32-SLI Deluxe Wireless Edition
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    TWIN2X2048-6400C4DHX (2 x 1GB, DDR2 800)
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    EVGA 256-P2-N758-TR GeForce 8600GT SSC
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    Onboard
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    ViewSonic G90FB Black 19" Professional (CRT)
    Screen Resolution
    up to 2048 x 1536
    Hard Drives
    WD 36GB 10,000rpm Raptor SATA
    Seagate 80GB 7200rpm SATA
    Lite-On LTR-52246S CD/RW
    Lite-On LH-18A1P CD/DVD Burner
    PSU
    PC Power & Cooling Silencer 750 Quad EPS12V
    Case
    Generic Beige case, 80mm fans
    Cooling
    ZALMAN 9500A 92mm CPU Cooler
    Keyboard
    Logitech Classic Keybooard 200
    Mouse
    Logitech Optical M-BT96a
    Internet Speed
    300/300
    Browser
    Firefox 3.x ??
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    Symantec (Norton)
    Other Info
    Still assembled, still runs. Haven't turned it on for 15 years?
Also, you do not have to use the rear USB ports as I just use the front panel ports of the case.
 

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Thank you everyone for the input on the bios update all installed and working , many thanks
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus
    CPU
    Rysen 5 3500
    Motherboard
    prime A320M-K
    Memory
    32gb
    Graphics Card(s)
    nvidia 1050 ti
    Hard Drives
    500ssd 2x 1tb sata
    PSU
    450w
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