BIOS flash (dos) failure on MS6163 VER.1

I recently acquired an old PC:
----MSI MS-6163 VER.1 (although it doesn't conform exactly to the specs on this page:http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_detail.php?UID=113 , the pic looks almost exact)
----Celeron (PII based) 400 MHz (Slot 1)
----32 MB of generic (although it has Samsung chips) PC100 RAM which I now know is faulty
----some old Trident PCI gfx card
----250W PSU, don't have details yet
When I first booted it, it loaded Win98 fine (the previous owner's install), and I noticed a few things in BIOS and Win that I thought a BIOS flash would fix. SO, I made a DOS boot disk and loaded the BIOS (version 3.a, http://www.msi.com.tw/program/support/bios/bos/spt_bos_detail.php?UID=113&kind=1 ) and everything, and the flash was probably around 70% or so, and the PC had a random restart. :(  :0  
So I tried rebooting, and the display wouldn't show up. I also noticed no beep codes, but I will chech again anyway.
I'm fairly certain it was that damn RAM.
I know this PC is pretty outdated, but if possible, I would like to use it because I do have a use for it.
Thanks for any help in advance  

http://www.msi.com.tw/program/support/download/dld/spt_dld_detail.php?UID=264&kind=1
the pro is a different board to the basic 6163  and seems to use a different bios
so it seems to me you may have well flashed the wrong bios and killed it
 BadFlash / FlashBios / upgradestore.co.uk

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    And easy can be checked if needs. E.g Tool's log file of each Tool's execution, each report will include date and time as well.
    F.A.Q example:
    Q: I flashed BIOS on my notebook and now it doesn't work properly.. And i don't remember what was my old BIOS version.. What can i do?
    A: Take a look in MSIHQ_INFO.TXT at your desktop, there is auto recorded your detailed information about your notebook before the BIOS update.
    So you can easy find what was your original BIOS & EC versions.
    Is it OEM one or not, and the exact original BIOS & EC versions.
    So you can roll back easy or if crossflashing were done to reflash to correct versions.
    Example question:[this board now use 4.xx bios, but don't have time to make a new images.]
    It's just example, do not mean that this BIOS used in the example is bad. But generally often can need to roll back to older version.
    Or to use Sure Hands because[The BIOS is N/A for manual download, By SureHands no need to browse/search/download and point to the BIOS version, also eliminate any chances to pickup the wrong BIOS, and not at last its more quickly[save a time]]
    Q: I flashed my BIOS via MSI Live Update, but the new BIOS has an issues.
        How i can roll back to my old BIOS version?
        The MSI LiveUpdate can only update to the latest BIOS version, which is not good for me.
        And i can't download my old BIOS version manually... Because "This BIOS can only update via Live Update function"
        http://eu.msi.com/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=bios&maincat_no=1&prod_no=1739
        How i can re-flash to my original BIOS version and from where can i get it?
    A: Run >>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<<,
    then choose Mode 3 [Live Update{aka SureHands}]:
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at 21:09:45,15
    Mainboard:  790GX-G65 (MS-7576)       
    PCB Version:  1.0
    BIOS Version: V1.3
    BIOS Date:  05/08/2009
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at 21:22:38,42
    Mainboard:  790GX-G65 (MS-7576)       
    PCB Version:  1.0
    BIOS Version: V1.6
    BIOS Date:  11/30/2009
    Then choose your old BIOS version from the list:
    The followed image used below is a sample from Eclipse board,[no time to make accurate image] but will look similar for others boards too:
    In a list will be noticed that there is a future BIOS versions.
    Some of them will be not released yet. If you pick some of those the Tool will note you:
    It's a part of Tool's BIOS prediction system called "Crystal Ball", when MSI release a future BIOSes for your board,
    Tool can find them immediately. By that way the Tool no need to be updated to be actual in each moment
    * Add new feature "True BIOS Version Ready"
    - Updated Mode 1
    - Updated Mode 2
    - Updated Mode 3
    Details:
    Q: What "True BIOS Version Ready" means? Does the Tool show the wrong BIOS version until now? 
    A: Of course not, the Tool always show accurate info.
    The same as CPU-Z/Everest of whatever other Tool.
    However Tool also detect EC-FW versions for notebooks:
    The "True BIOS Version Ready" Tool's feature is aimed to eliminate user's mass confusion about MSI BIOS versions.
    And not only users are confused, but MSI's Live Update is confused too... which confuse users even more..
    Few typical real examples of confusion:
    "K9A2 CF wont flash to Bios v. 1.A !!!" 
    Quote from: Fingon on 25-October-09, 16:53:15
    Hi MSI,
    I have a problem. I have bought a new processor: AMD Phenom II x545. I looked on the support page of my MB (MSI K9A2 CF) and there the CPU is supported from the bios version 1.A. So I wanted to flash the Bios the the newest version (1.A). I used the MSI live update 4 program to flash it via windows mode. But everytime it boots it writes "CMOS checksum BAD", then I hit F1 to Bios and I see the version of my BIOS fell to the oldest version 1.1. Then I tried to flash it thru Flash disc (with boot files) and dos mod. The result is the same. I can flash my MB to version 1.8 but when I try the 1.A it wont flash it and my Bios fell to the oldest version (1.1). I realised that the exe files in version 1.1-1.8 are the same (afud412.exe) but the exe file in 1.A is different (afud4310.exe).
    My questions are:
    1) How to flash my MB to the version 1.A ?
    2) Is version 1.A really needed for AMD Phenom II x545? I guess yes, because CPU was avaible in July 2009 and the bios 1.A went out in June 2009. I am able to flash it only to version 1.8 (december 2008).
    Thank you for any help!!
    EDIT: After reading this topic: https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=129204.0 I realised I have the VERSION 1 of this board (I purchased it right after the launch of the MB (November 2007). It means it doesnt support CPU over 95W, but my Phenpom II x545 has only 80W. I still cant update Bios to the 1.A version.
    So my third question is:
    3) Is the Bios update 1.A only for version 2 of this MB?
    Thx for replies!
    Quote from: Jack t.N. on 25-October-09, 17:16:16
    A CMOS Checksum error is normal and expected after a BIOS Flash and/or a CMOS Clear.  The fact that this message appears, shows, that there was actually something programmed to the chip.
    If you haven't done that yet, please clear CMOS with the main A/C power cable removed from your PSU and load "Optimized Defaults" in BIOS Setup.
    The BIOS Version should be shown on the POST Status Screen and there should be a date behind it.  Please check the BIOS Date and write it down:
    Are you absolutely and entirely sure that what you see is "1.1" and not "1.10"?  Because v1.A0 is actually just the hexadecimal notation for v1."10" (one dot ten).  The hexadecimal notation is only used in the BIOS File Ending.  Once flashed, the BIOS will not identify itself in hexadecimal notation but in decimal code (which means you will never see "v1.A0" after the flash but "v1.10" instead.
    Here is a piece of well-meant advice for now and the future:  MSI Live Update should be avoided under all circumstances when it comes to BIOS Updates and/or information retrieval regarding your current BIOS Version.  Why?  Because this tool is stupid and one of there most risky applications for performing a BIOS Flash.  Please uninstall it completely.
    Why do I call it stupid?  I call it stupid because it does not differentiate between hexadecimal notation and decimal notation.  It will show you that "v1.A0" is available.  The it will flash it, if you allow it to do so.  Of course, a v1.A0 Version will always come out as "v1.10" (one dot ten).  When you re-run MSI Live Update it will not recognize that v1.A0=v1.10 and tell you again that there is a newer version available (1.A0, which, again, is the same as v1.10, which was just properly flashed).
    I believe that the update went just fine, that you are currently using v1.A0=v1.10 and that MSI Live Update is actually just creating a pseudo-problem which is currently confusing you.  The pseudo-problem will immediately be out of the world, if you uninstall MSI Live Update and rely on the BIOS ID String as it appears on the POST Status Screen (this includes the date shown there).
    If a BIOS Update should ever be necessary again, please make sure that you won't use MSI Live Update but >>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<< instead.
    Quote from: Fingon on 25-October-09, 18:03:44
    Thank you for the quick reply!!
    Thats exactly what I have JUST found in this post by Svet: https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=127672.msg974800#msg974800
    Yes it is 1.10 of course!! I didnt know that 1.10 = 1.A0 ! Thank you for the reply. Then the MSI live update 4 program is dump that he wanted from me another update of Bios.
    So thank you! Problem is solved. 
    Edit: Yes, because of MSI live update I learned how to flash bios via flash disc. :-) But I was still confused by that 1.10 and of course by program saying me I should update again.. :-P
    Quote from: Lostsoul777 on 14-August-09, 05:46:25
    I had the same problem with 1.90 bios, so i updated to 1A, i just want to know why Bios Version says: v.1.10 instead v.1A?
    Quote from: LinuxGuy on 29-December-09, 01:17:45
    My computer does not have a floppy drive.  How do I update the BIOS?  (I tried the online utility 3 times.  It always updates the BIOS "successfully" and when I restart my PC, I have to do either F1 to config or F2 to load setup defaults.  So it looks like it's working, but the online update says that I have versions H.10 and version H.A0 is available (or maybe the other way around).  So either the BIOS is getting updated, but the online tool is not recognizing this or it's not getting updated.  Either way, I would like to manually flash it in DOS.  Is it safe to burn the setup files to CD and boot from CD into DOS?
    That's the same BIOS version... Just the "MSI Live Updater" is not very smart...
    H.A=H.10=17.A=17.10 [A=10, H=17], the last "0" suffix in H.A0 means its official version.
    Quote
    I tried the online utility 3 times.  It always updates the BIOS "successfully" and when I restart my PC, I have to do either F1 to config or F2 to load setup defaults.
    So it looks like it's working, but the online update says that I have versions H.10 and version H.A0 is available (or maybe the other way around).
    So ignore this MSI Live Updater's no sense, and stop flashing your BIOS. You already have the latest version installed.
    The Tool now will detect and shows BIOS versions alias when the MSI BIOS version is known with more than one name.
    So no more flashing and flashing and flashing to the same version because of MSI LiveUpdate suggest again BIOS update...
    Also no more confusion:
    "What's my BIOS version?" -> I flashed my BIOS to 1.A0 [A7520IMS.1A0], but BIOS says its 1.10
    And MSI Live Update also says that i have 1.10 and 1.A0 is available and i should update it. I flashed it again, but its still 1.10?
    What's going on?
    Just run the MSIHQ USB Flash Tool and will show you all that you need to know
    Examples[with real/accurate info]:
    MSI Eclipse:
    BIOS version 1.9:
    BIOS version 1.10:[Tool now shows both BIOS versions alias]
    Report stored respective in MSIHQ_INFO.TXT at user's desktop:
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at  5:30:55,34
    Mainboard:  Eclipse SLI (MS-7520)
    PCB Version:  1.0
    BIOS Version: V1.9
    BIOS Date:  09/22/2009
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at  5:37:25,66
    Mainboard:  Eclipse SLI (MS-7520)
    PCB Version:  1.0
    BIOS Version: V1.A (aka Version: V1.10)
    BIOS Date:  10/27/2009
    More examples =>K9N6SGM-V / K9N6PGM-FI / K9N6PGM-F :
    More examples =>945GCM5-F V2 (FSB 1333) :
    Report stored respective in MSIHQ_INFO.TXT at user's desktop:
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at  5:47:34,35
    Mainboard:  MS-7267
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VH.9 (aka Version: V17.9)
    BIOS Date:  11/20/2008
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in ба 30.12.2009 Ј. at  5:52:46,26
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VH.A (aka Version: V17.10)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    More examples =>780GT-E63 [N/A at MSI web yet] :
    For MSI Notebooks such decoding isn't need, examples:
    * Add new feature "Triple BIOS flash Recovery Ready"
    - Updated Mode 1
    - Updated Mode 2
    - Updated Mode 3
    Details:
    The feature include 3 auto prepared BIOS backups for followed purpose:
    * Internal BIOS recovery:
     - In a failure case Tool perform auto flash recovery [3 attempts, check for success after each and stop flashing if successful] before give control to BK_IO2, notice users about results and give control for manual attempts[if need]. [This a case if system isn't lockup/reboot, if bad flash occur]
     - This mode also have own store up to 5 backups[+1, the last saved copy is always backup.bin, if there was older one they become backup1.bin .. till 5]
    * BIOS backup stored as AMIBOOT.ROM [AMI BIOS only] [Auto clean up older if there is any, before take a new backup to avoid recovery confusion]
    * BIOS backup detected and stored for M-Flash style boot/recovery [AMI BIOS only] [Auto clean up older if there is any, before take a new backup to avoid recovery confusion]
    Performing test simulations with random generated BIOS versions[including betas] for M-Flash boot/recovery style, some examples:
    Copy/paste Tool log file:
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:00:53,46
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VD.XB2 (aka Version: V13.33B2)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created  ==> A7267IMS.DX2 
    Where:
    * V13.33B2 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VD.XB2 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.DX2 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:12:23,95
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VK.VB7 (aka Version: V20.31B7)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.KV7 
    Where:
    * V20.31B7 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VK.VB7 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.KV7 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:18:34,46
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: V3.9
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.390 
    Where:
    * V3.9 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature isn't need here, since this BIOS version can be known only with one name.
    * A7267IMS.390 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:22:24,04
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: V8.1B9
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.819 
    Where:
    * V8.1B9==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature isn't need here, since this BIOS version can be known only with one name.
    * A7267IMS.819  ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:25:38,51
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: V4.E (aka Version: V4.14)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.4E0 
    Where:
    * V4.14 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * V4.E ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.4E0 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:28:16,62
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: V1.BB1 (aka Version: V1.11B1)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.1B1 
    Where:
    * V1.11B1 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * V1.BB1 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.1B1 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:31:57,78
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VI.FB5 (aka Version: V18.15B5)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.IF5 
    Where:
    * V18.15B5 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VI.FB5 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.IF5 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:36:02,40
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: V7.O (aka Version: V7.24)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.7O0 
    Where:
    * V7.24 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * V7.O ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.7O0 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:39:11,84
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VC.8B6 (aka Version: V12.8B6)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.C86 
    Where:
    * V12.8B6 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VC.8B6 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.C86 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:49:38,46
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VG.PB6 (aka Version: V16.25B6)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.GP6 
    Where:
    * V16.25B6 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VG.PB6 ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.GP6 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]
    MSIHQ: Information detected by MSIHQ Tool ver: 1.18x
    MSIHQ: Report generated in 03.01.2010 г. at  7:53:17,26
    Mainboard:  945GCM5-F V2  (MS-7267)
    PCB Version:  4.0
    BIOS Version: VU.H (aka Version: V30.17)
    BIOS Date:  06/02/2009
    Co-respond BIOS backup created ==> A7267IMS.UH0 
    Where:
    * V30.17 ==> MSIHQ Tool detection [The same as CPU-Z, Everest]
    * VU.H ==> MSIHQ Tool "True BIOS Ready" detection feature
    * A7267IMS.UH0 ==> MSIHQ Tool BIOS recovery created by "Triple BIOS flash recovery Ready", part M-flash boot/recovery [1/3]

  • Bios Flashing and Recovery

    BIOS FLASHING
    We do not recommend using the MSI LiveUpdate tool to update your BIOS! It may be okay for updating your drivers, but please do not use it to flash the BIOS in Windows!
    Windows-based flashing - If you REALLY insist on flashing the BIOS under Windows, if you encounter any error during flashing, whatever you do, DON'T restart your PC! Try again until the flash is successful, otherwise your board will not start! Disable any anti-virus program (along with any other programs) prior to flashing.
    Boards with built-in M-Flash function - While M-Flash work's properly most of the time, it has still proved to be less reliable than the forum tool / manual flash.
    Before flashing your BIOS, you must ensure your system is fully stable! Any instabilities can cause a bad flash and create an expensive paper weight. Included with the forum flash tool is MEMTEST, we recommend running this for 2 or more passes prior to a flash.
    If you do not understand what your BIOS is, or what it does, please read: >> BIOS. What it is, and all you need to know <<
    Our first choice we recommend you use is our own USB flashing tool, developed by Svet.
    It is important to note, that the only way to flash the ME extension of the BIOS of modern Intel boards is through the use special processes. The bios versions posted by moderators here: >>BIOSes<< include the additional files to accomplish this. These bios are all official and are directly from MSI.
    >>>MSI Forum HQ USB Flashing Tool<<<
    If you are unable to use the MSI HQ USB BIOS Flashing Tool
    >>How to create a dos bootable USB stick>>
    It is important to note that if any BIOS, EC FIRMWARE or any other type of FIRMWARE downloaded from MSI for a manual flash contains an BAT file it must be used. Not doing so will cause the flash to fail and require RMA.
    For Intel Users, flash via FPT
         Socket LGA 1150           : >>ME 9 FPT files & Instruction>>
    Many of the bios versions posted here: >>BIOSes<< Contain a .bat file. All you need to do is extract all of the contents of the archive into the root directory of a DOS bootable USB stick and run the bat file from pure DOS.
         Socket LGA 1155 & 2011: >>ME 7&8 FPT Files and instruction<<
    Linux users
    See this topic: >>Flash your BIOS, the Linux way! [beware the dangers!!]<<
    Modified and BETA BIOSes
    Use only at your own risk! All BETA BIOS versions posted by the moderators of this forum are directly from MSI and will not effect your warranty.The use of user modified BIOS versions may damage the board and may void your warranty. Exercise extreme caution in regards to user posted BIOS versions. Please also be aware that MSI and this forum can not be held responsible if you trash your mobo by using a modded, beta or otherwise incorrect BIOS.
    WHEN IT ALL GOES WRONG...
    BIOS RECOVERY
    In many cases, provided the 'bootblock' of your BIOS is not corrupted during a bad flash, the BIOS can often be recovered by following the recovery procedures detailed below. NOTE: this recovery method should not be followed for normal practice of updating your BIOS!
    For Modern MSI Systems, refer to:
    <<Multi-Bios Equipped Mainboards>>
    <<Single-Bios Equipped Mainboards>>
    Legacy Systems:
     For Award BIOS
    Make a bootable floppy disk*
    Copy the Award flash utility & BIOS file to the said floppy disk
    Create an autoexec.bat with "Award_Flash_Utility BiosFilename" in the content (e.g. awdfl823K w6378vms.130)
    Sample on how to create an autoexec:
    a. On Windows, open the notepad
    b. On the notepad, write "awdfl823K w6378vms.130" (without the " ")**
    c. Save the file as autoexec.bat
    Boot up system with the said floppy (it will take less than 2 minutes before screen comes out)
    Re-flash the BIOS & reboot.
    *Need a bootable floppy disk? Look here: http://www.bootdisk.com
    **Make sure you enter the correct filenames for your flasher program and BIOS ROM file!
     For AMI BIOS
    Rename the desired AMI BIOS file to AMIBOOT.ROM and save it on a floppy disk. e.g. Rename A569MS23.ROM to AMIBOOT.ROM
    Insert this floppy disk in the floppy drive. Turn On the system and press and hold Ctrl-Home to force update. It will read the AMIBOOT.ROM file and recover the BIOS from the A drive.
    When 4 beeps are heard you may remove the floppy disk and restart the computer.
     For new boards with AMI BIOS core 8 (4MB)
    Discovered by Jack The Newbie:
    Of course, the steps are similar to the standard AMI BIOS Recovery Procedure for internal floppy drives (rename corresponding BIOS File to AMIBOOT.ROM, hit CTRL + HOME after starting the system).
    What has to be done (tested on P45 Platinum):
    1. An optical SATA Drive needs to be connected to one of the Intel ICH10R SATA ports. {After a lot of testing, I found that it does not work with the same optical drive connected to the SATA Ports hosted by the secondary JMicron Controller.  Also, using an optical drive on the JMicron IDE/PATA port does not help either.}
    2. A proper BIOS File has to be renamed to AMIBOOT.ROM and burned on an empty CD.
    3. CMOS-Clear with main A/C power cable removed from PSU has to be performed. {If this step is not done, the system will reboot after pressing CTRL + Home and will not proceed with recovery procedure.}
    4. Press CTRL + Home to trigger BIOS Recovery.  -> The system should enter BIOS Recovery Routine. {Will basically work with both USB & PS/2 keyboard.  However, a PS/2 Keyboard is recommended as the system will respond earlier to PS/2 Keyboard than to USB Devices.}
    What should happen now:
    1. After pressing CTRL + HOME the LED Status should change to "Intializing Hard Disk Controller" and there should be access to the optical drive connected to the Intel ICH10R SATA ports.
    2. It can take up to 30+ seconds until the BIOS File that was renamed to AMIBOOT.ROM is found. {Drive Bay can be opened to try a different CD without turning off or restarting the system.}
    3. When the system finds the BIOS File, LED Status will change to "Testing RTC" and there should be a message on the screen indicating that the Flash Recovery Procedure has started.
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