GIGABYTE latest / beta BIOS for Intel CPU motherboards

[runn3R]

I have uploaded F8 bios (official, dated 25 May 2012) for Z77X-UD5H - see the first post

[extremedh]

When i start flashing my Z68XP-UD4 to U1B, it says he clear, he writes, he verifies the new bios then it show me this: fixture is not removed or switch is not set to "on" Press any key to exit, but my sistem is frozen so i tured it off and then on but im still stuck to award bios... any solution pls ?

[absic]

Hi there,

for some reason, still as yet unknown, Gigabyte removed all of the AMI BIOSes for the 6 series boards. So the best advice I can offer is to stick with the award BIOS for now and wait until Gigabyte re-releases them.

I did update to the U1a AMI BIOS for my own motherboard (GA-Z68X-UD3P-B3) and have had lots of reboot, shutdown and other issues with it. So far, I have been able to struggle through and I am quite prepared to beta test but, with hindsight, I wish I hadn't switched to the AMI BIOS so quickly.

[Dark Mantis]

Likewise I did the same on the motherboard that I am now in the middle of testing/reviewing. It is the G1.Sniper M3 a microATX board. So far I haven't had any problems with it as far as the UEFI BIOS is concerned but as Gigabyte pulled all the AMI BIOSes I was expecting more problems. Certain boards seem to be suffering more than others.

[Fatman]

When i start flashing my Z68XP-UD4 to U1B, it says he clear, he writes, he verifies the new bios then it show me this: fixture is not removed or switch is not set to "on" Press any key to exit, but my sistem is frozen so i tured it off and then on but im still stuck to award bios... any solution pls ?

The reason it did not work for you is because you did it incorrectly!! Which is a good thing because that (AMI) Bios is not fully functioning and has caused a lot of issues for those who have successfully flashed to it.

I know I have flashed to it and wish I could go back and undo it, but alas I cannot. So be greatful you are 'stuck' with the award Bios for now.

[Beekeeper]

Hi there,

for some reason, still as yet unknown, Gigabyte removed all of the AMI BIOSes for the 6 series boards.

from tweaktown - yes, but not from here
maybe stasio has different relation with gigabyte than runn3r

[Dark Mantis]

I think that stasio actually writes some of the BIOS code. I am not sure but that would explain why the fast availablity of it from his end.

[extremedh]

When i start flashing my Z68XP-UD4 to U1B, it says he clear, he writes, he verifies the new bios then it show me this: fixture is not removed or switch is not set to "on" Press any key to exit, but my sistem is frozen so i tured it off and then on but im still stuck to award bios... any solution pls ?

The reason it did not work for you is because you did it incorrectly!! Which is a good thing because that (AMI) Bios is not fully functioning and has caused a lot of issues for those who have successfully flashed to it.

I know I have flashed to it and wish I could go back and undo it, but alas I cannot. So be greatful you are 'stuck' with the award Bios for now.

It would be really nice of you if you would explain me how to flash. I booted in to DOS via USB STICK, then executed flasheufi and he automatically started doing stuff. SO please tell me how to.

[Dark Mantis]

Hi again,

In the FAQ section of the forum here is a detailed account of the necessay steps you need to take.

http://forum.giga-byte.co.uk/index.php/topic,2441.0.html

I hope this helps you.

[extremedh]

Thanks, upgraded to Uefi. Many problems fixed since installing the 3570k. The new bios is nice. Thanks !

[Dark Mantis]

I agree and am please to hear that your flash upgrade went well. Personally I too like mine but I probably wouldn't feel quite the same if I had a lot of problems due to it. I am sure that al these issues will be ironed out as things move along anyway. Glad to be able to help.  

[jarablue]

What is the latest bios for the X58A-UD3R rev 1.0 motherboard?

[Dark Mantis]

The latest version for your motherboard on the Gigabyte website is F8A. It is a beta IOS but that shouldn't stop you from using it. They are normally stable if they make it to the manufacturer's website.

http://uk.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=3305&dl=1#bios

[ex58]

New official BIOS:

G1.Sniper 3 - F5
G1.Sniper M3 - F7
GA-Z77X-UD5H - F8
GA-Z77X-UD3H - F11
GA-Z77X-D3H - F9
GA-Z77-D3H - F14
GA-Z77M-D3H - F8
GA-Z77MX-D3H - F12

[ex58]

New  BIOS on TT forum:

GA-Z77X-UD5H - F9a