This motherboard is compatible with the new amd cpu architecture "piledriver" out of the box or i have to do a bios update? in other words it is compatible with the fx 6300 out of the box without having to do a bios update? This motherboard is compatible with the new amd cpu architecture "piledriver" out of the box or i have to do a bios update? in other words it is compatible with the fx 6300 out of the box... » Read More This motherboard is compatible with the new amd cpu architecture "piledriver" out of the box or i have to do a bios update? in other words it is compatible with the fx 6300 out of the box without having to do a bios update? « Show Less
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You must uptate the bios this is the website http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/990FX%20Extreme4/?cat=Download&os;=BIOS, can work, but I recommend that you upgrade to the proper functioning
1118882
not sure,...i have the fx6200 on my board with no problems...i hope this helps
1118883
yep it's AMD Socket AMD3+ but to make sure 100% go to asrock website under AMD Socket Motherboard AMD3+ and check the CPU compability list http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/990FX%20Extreme4/?cat=CPU
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Hello Ricardo. I bought this Motherboard and CPU combination prior to Xmas. The board accomodates the CPU very well and no BIOS update is necessary. Good Luck
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It will load and work right out of the box. i installed the FX8350 8 core pile driver and it worked. could not get a windows score thou so updated the bios to the new 2.0 and it worked. the new 2.0 bios is great it adds things to the board that are really nice. it's easy, just went to ASRock site and loaded the windows version for the new bios for this board. This is one of the best M.B. i have ever used. this thing is rock solid i hope this information helps you Ricardo. good luck with the new board.
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Some early production MBs required a bios update but newer ones are Vishera FX ready. The MB I purchased from Amazon in Nov 2012 worked right out of the box with my AMD FX 8320 processor.
81131
No, it's compatible with all boards that support PCIe graphics card slot. Regardless of CPU Manufacturer. Most PCs from 2006 and up came standard with a PCIe slot. Prior boards it was mixed.
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If memory serves me correctly, these sticks will work with the latest I-7 chip to date when I ordered my set. I am running the AM3+ socket (AMD cpu) but the Mobo baby sits itself for the most part as far as initial settings. Do be careful to notice that the frequency of the ram is going to be listed for it's capable of on the stick but if you enter BIOS and see lower then the box states don't flip out. There is always a reason for this and it is usually due to the fact that the ram will only go as fast as the board allows with the initial stepping and voltage settings. If you want faster try the included automatic over clocking software included with the motherboard. :-) I hope this has helped. If memory serves me correctly, these sticks will work with the latest I-7 chip to date when I ordered my set. I am running the AM3+ socket (AMD cpu) but the Mobo baby sits itself for the most part as far as initial settings. Do be careful to notice that the frequency of the ram is going to be listed for it's capable of on the stick but if you enter BIOS and see lower then the box states don't flip out. There is always a reason for this and it is usually due to the fact that the ram will only go as fast as the board allows with the initial stepping and voltage settings. If you want faster... » Read More If memory serves me correctly, these sticks will work with the latest I-7 chip to date when I ordered my set. I am running the AM3+ socket (AMD cpu) but the Mobo baby sits itself for the most part as far as initial settings. Do be careful to notice that the frequency of the ram is going to be listed for it's capable of on the stick but if you enter BIOS and see lower then the box states don't flip out. There is always a reason for this and it is usually due to the fact that the ram will only go as fast as the board allows with the initial stepping and voltage settings. If you want faster try the included automatic over clocking software included with the motherboard. :-) I hope this has helped. « Show Less
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In order to use this cpu the motherboard manufacturers need to release an updated bios. Gigabyte added compatibility for this cpu on most of their z87 boards today.
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At the risk of sounding sarcastic to the OP (which I'm not trying to do), aren't *all* CPUs "plug-and-play?" Of course, many motherboards require drivers for their chipset and any integrated components (audio/video/LAN/etc.), but I've never heard of a "processor driver". As long as the chosen operating system is compatible with the architecture of the processor, there should be no need for drivers/configuration of any kind. Does anyone have any knowledge/experience otherwise?
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The FX 6300 is a 6 core, 3.5 GHz processor designed for the AM3+ Socket. I will not work with an AM3 socket.
369797
I bought this with a haswell dual core (going to upgrade later) and it worked for me out of the box. I believe my processor is a Haswell refresh since I bought it maybe not even a month ago. Hope this helps. Love this mobo!
1409188
Your motherboard would have to have Ivy Bridge CPU support, which it most likely lacks. The additional support usually comes in the form of a bios update, but since this is a pre-built system, Gateway probably hasn't bothered adding support for newer CPU generations.
116662
The MSI motherboard like most motherboards comes with a standard drivers to install and that should work considering the that it is compatible with 3rd Gen Intel ivy-bridge CPUs. If that does not work then try to use a different computer and get the most up-to-date drivers off of MSI's website and then put it on the computer. Of course this is assuming that your building a computer but it should work just fine without using the second method thats just more of a just in case situation. Bottom line is yes the motherboard is compatible with those CPUs you should have no problem with it.
512605
What do they mean by updating BIOS. Is this the kind of setup you spend long frustrating hours on? Should I opt for a different brand/model (suggestions?)?
238191
Yes, with BIOS version 4306 or later. This is from the ASUS website. It's not clear if you can update a board with an older version with the I7-4930. I don't know how to tell the BIOS version from visual inspection but you might check with the ASIS web site.
506956
The FX-9590 uses an AM3+ socket which is supported by this motherboard. However you should confirm with Gigabyte if their BIOS will support the new processor. Just because the socket is supported, doesn't mean the BIOS is supported.
668205
I very much doubt if you will need to update the BIOS. I installed an Intel Core i7-3820 and it works perfectly without any update needed.
112411
Yes they are compatible. They are both AM3+ sockets. If you are doing a new build and not just updating your processor, I would recommend going with an FM2 processor and board. The AMD APU processors are really fast, and don't get as hot. If you decided to stay with this processor, make sure you have an exhaust fan, it does get hot in the case with the stock fan. This processor runs fast and hot under loads. If you plan on over clocking, get a bigger heatsink and fan!Hope this helps!
147957
No, the newest motherboard compatible with this processor is the Z77 chipset. They use socket 1155, not the 1150.
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Sorry to disappoint you Tracy L. The processor you want is in the FM2 grouping that is not compatible with the AM3+ socket. My best suggestion for you is to look into the FX series for the latest CPUs that work with AM3+ sockets. I do not know what your needs are, meaning business or gaming. I am a gamer and just use a 3.1 dual core CPU. Not much a CPU but it is Radeon graphics enhanced and matched to a 6670 HD video card. I can enjoy games such as Skyrim with no frame-rate fluctuations. Perhaps I could suggest something for you if you would give me more information about your needs and your PC. Thank you for asking me and I am at your service if needed. Sorry to disappoint you Tracy L. The processor you want is in the FM2 grouping that is not compatible with the AM3+ socket. My best suggestion for you is to look into the FX series for the latest CPUs that work with AM3+ sockets. I do not know what your needs are, meaning business or gaming. I am a gamer and just use a 3.1 dual core CPU. Not much a CPU but it is Radeon graphics enhanced and matched to a 6670 HD video card. I can enjoy games such as Skyrim with no frame-rate fluctuations. Perhaps I could suggest something for you if you would give me more information about your needs and... » Read More Sorry to disappoint you Tracy L. The processor you want is in the FM2 grouping that is not compatible with the AM3+ socket. My best suggestion for you is to look into the FX series for the latest CPUs that work with AM3+ sockets. I do not know what your needs are, meaning business or gaming. I am a gamer and just use a 3.1 dual core CPU. Not much a CPU but it is Radeon graphics enhanced and matched to a 6670 HD video card. I can enjoy games such as Skyrim with no frame-rate fluctuations. Perhaps I could suggest something for you if you would give me more information about your needs and your PC. Thank you for asking me and I am at your service if needed. « Show Less
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I'm not sure what that means either, but I bought a board from this list:http://processormatch.intel.com/MotherBoards/CompatibleBoards?componentName=i5-4690and it works just fine!