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updates on BIOS

updates on BIOS
« on: January 12, 2017, 09:15:17 pm »
Dear to all. Anyone knows,  when the SKYLAKE bios will be available. example I have a GA-Z170X Ultra Gaming. I am running F5b (Beta) Since F20 is to run new chips, and F21 is for the same chip, I asume. when skylake user will have new bios to better all.  I do not want to get a Z270. I have 2 Z170 that still are like new new. Any word on these area.  Fan5 will be also be available. or I have to get a new board or 7700K to have it?

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Re: updates on BIOS
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2017, 01:02:54 pm »
The newest F21 and F20 is support for both Skylake and Kabylake CPU.

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Re: updates on BIOS
« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2017, 09:28:10 pm »
General advice..  Avoid using F20...  only the lettered betas are safe to use at this point.  Also recommend that you not flash up unless you absolutely need support for newer CPU, are addressing a specific issue (security), or require compatibility enhancement.  Upgrading just for the sake of having the latest BIOS could lead to headaches no one needs if their system is stable. 
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