MSI Z97 GD65 GAMING bios A dead

I had been using live update for a couple of years now (I had previous MSI boards), but it crashed a couple of days ago whilst upgrading to 2.7. I have switched to bios b which is running 2.0 (I never touched it before so I would have a default back-up available). Anyway, MFLASH doesn't work, if I use the stated method on these forums it just resets after 5 seconds to bios a and then comes up with the usual 3b leading to F2 reboot loop. I tried the forum updater tool, but that doesn't work with my board anyway as there is no bios available on these boards for the Z97 GD65 Gaming. I tried Win98 DOS with FPT, but I get an error come up saying that FPT.exe is not compatible. Is there any other way to restore bios A? I noticed the FPT link on these board has been removed.
Also, Live update tells me that 2.7 is available, and that's what it tried to update to, but when I check the MSI website, it says that 2.5 is the latest version (which is what I already had installed, so basically live update bricked bios A for no reason whatsoever). Yeah, not happy at the moment.
Any help is much appreciated.
EDIT: Pulled the error log from FPT:
Error 201: [FPT.exe] cannot be run on the current platform.
Please contact your vendor.
MSI Z97 GD65 Gaming
i5 4690K
MSI GTX 970 4G OC Edition
Samsung 840 Evo 1tb SSD
Windows 7 64bit

A.) Download >>this<< bios archive and place it on your desktop. Do not decompress.
B.) Download and install the >>MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<< .
C.) Insert your FAT32 formatted usb stick.
D.) Make sure that all win 8 options are disabled. (Fast Boot etc) Also make sure the legacy USB is enabled.
E.) Start the forum flash tool and select option 1. Then point the tool at the compressed archive we downloaded earlier. Then to your USB Flash Drive.
F.) Boot to the USB from working bios B.
G.) Once it booted successfully switch to bios A without powering down or rebooting
H.) Now follow the directions and let the tool flash bios A with desired version

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MOVED: MSI Z97 GD65 GAMING bios A dead

This topic has been moved to GAMING Motherboards.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=252618.0

A.) Download >>this<< bios archive and place it on your desktop. Do not decompress.
B.) Download and install the >>MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<< .
C.) Insert your FAT32 formatted usb stick.
D.) Make sure that all win 8 options are disabled. (Fast Boot etc) Also make sure the legacy USB is enabled.
E.) Start the forum flash tool and select option 1. Then point the tool at the compressed archive we downloaded earlier. Then to your USB Flash Drive.
F.) Boot to the USB from working bios B.
G.) Once it booted successfully switch to bios A without powering down or rebooting
H.) Now follow the directions and let the tool flash bios A with desired version

MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming BIOS Update

Bought this setup quite a while ago, running a 4670k on the z87 gd65 gaming board and thought about trying a bit of OCing, probably just gonna try out the OC Genie for now, but i was wondering if it would be a good idea to do a BIOS update or is that not necessary? Im still running on bios 1.3 which from what i can see on the msi site is a quite old one.

Quote from: flobelix on 23-September-14, 01:02:53
No, 1.3 is too outdated. If wanting to go for latest generation vga get the latest vga (1.B):
>>Use the MSI HQ Forum USB flasher<<
A.) Download the attached archive (E7845IMS_1B0.rar) and place it on your desktop. Do not decompress.
B.) Download and install the Forum flash tool.
C.) Insert your FAT32 formatted usb stick.
D.) Make sure that all win 8 options are disabled. (Fast Boot etc) Also make sure the legacy USB is enabled.
E.) Start the forum flash tool and select option 1. Then point the tool at the compressed archive we downloaded earlier. Then to your USB Flash Drive.
F.) Boot to the USB
G.) Now follow the directions and let the tool flash
H.) After flashing reinstall ME drivers in Windows: http://download.msi.com/dvr_exe/intel_amt90_mb.zip
Thanks Flobelix, running windows 7 but i guess the procedure is still the same, are the ME drivers the chipset drivers? i downloaded the chipset drivers for my OS from the msi site (intel_chipse_9_mb.zip) or is it the "Intel Management Engine Driver+Microsoft hotfix".

Looking for a stable 4.8 ghz (4770k/MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming) BIOS tips?

Yeah I know. It's a lot of volts. But other than deliding it, which I will do soon, I'm looking for any BIOS tips on decreasing the voltage and keeping it from getting the BSOD after an hour of gaming and general use. This whole platform is new to me since my last OC'ing experience was with socket 775/X38.
One approach I was thinking to take is using Aida64's stress test by individually stressing the cpu, cache and memory seperately since all the controllers are individual entities now. That way if the cache is crashing from lack of voltage maybe I can come down on the vcore, or maybe turn off XMP and run at 1333mhz, etc.. If you guys have any BIOS tips I would appreciate the help. Yeah I can do 4.5/1.26 all day long but what fun is that? Thanks!
Current BIOS: E7845IMS V1.1
Build date: 4/26/2013
ME Version 9.0.2.1345
4.8 ghz/1.445V/2.0VCCIN/4.0Ring/1.2RingV/Enabled XMP profile, VDimm to 1.59. Undelided. Only ran Aida for 30 min on cpu test. Max core temps of 82C.
Another useful guide getting me to 4.8 was this:

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Nice of you just how you respond to post
Hijack the thread with next to useless replies, sing praises of brand-X, and then the responses are considered not nice? As xmad recommended, open a new thread with all of your systems components. From watching an uncle overclock his MSI Z87 to 50X on air cooling, it was relatively simple with some very slow and careful bits of trial and error done in small increments. It's a poor workman that blames his tools, think of it as a challenge if nothing else.

Problem in Sleep Mode - Board Z97-Gd65 Gaming

Hello
I have a strange problem with the latest BIOS updates
Motherboard: Z97-Gd65 Gaming
BIOS version: MS-7845 2.50
VGA: MSI 780 Gaming 3G
Bios ver: 80.80.21.00.77
Windows 8.1 64 Bit-UEFI Mode
==================================
The problem appears for system wake-up from sleep mode and has been running the program: Aida64 or program: CPU-Z to read the information board and processor, the device freezes and the blue screen appears
In normal operating mode of the system or reboot everything works okay. The problem appears only when you wake up from sleep mode.
Is there a solution to the problem. Or maybe need to update to a new BIOS chip?

Quote from: hpipiw on 24-October-14, 10:17:59
Could you post your other configuration following the >>Posting Guide<<
You can try to use the onboard VGA, to see if it is the VGA card problem.
Board: MSI Z97-GD65 Gaming
Bios: Version 2.5
VGA: MSI 780GTX Gaming 3GB
PSU: Corsair AX760i
CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K NO Overclock
MEM: Corsair Venegance Pro 1886 2x8gb 16GB
HDD: OCZ Vertex 4 128GB + WD Blue 1TB +WD Black 1TB
COOLER: Cooler Master V8 GTS
OC: NO
OS: Windows 8.1 Pro 64bit
=============================
I will later test the internal graphics card to make sure the problem
But I do not think so because, despite freezing device happens to open tab CPU information for the program Aida64 Or Cpu-z
I wish to access a radical solution
Thanks for replay

Problems: Z97-GD65 Gaming M/Board & i7 4790k

I have a new Z97-GD65 Gaming MB and an Intel i7 4790k CPU but the system will not boot (power lights for a second then nothing), as soons as I remove the CPU the lights stay on with no problem. Any help would be most welcome, thanks.

Sorry, only just read the posting guide:
I have removed the board from the case and just have the CPU plugged in on the desk
Main Board: MSI Z97-GD65 Gaming
Bios Version: Unable to boot so not sure (Multi-BIOS)
Video Card: Gigabyte GTX970
PSU: EVGA Supernova NEX750G
12v rail Rating of listed PSU: ??
CPU: Intel i7-4790k
Memory: Corsair 16Gb 1866Mhz x2
SSD/ HDD: Samsung 840EVO & 3TB Seagate
CPU COOLER: Arctic Freezer Pro r2
Raid Card: N/A
Sound Card: Onboard
Any Additional hardware plugged into your system: No
OC: (Yes / No) No
Operating System:

Continious BSOD MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming OC Genie

Hello,
Some time ago i bought the MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming motherboard and every now and then try to enable OC Genie.
Every time i do this the pc gets a BSOD.
Anything i should change or ?
System:
Motherboard: MSI Z87-GD65 Gaming (bios version 1.8)
CPU: Intel Core i7 4770K Boxed
Cooling: Corsair Hydro H80i
Memory: 16GB Corsair Vengeance LP CML8GX3M2A1600C9
GPU: Point of View GeForce GTX 670 Dual Fan
PSU: Cooler Master VS V550S
HD: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB
Case: Corsair Obsidian 550D
Running on windows 7

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Aha! There it is! The good old 124! That is insufficient CPU V.

MSI Z97-G45 Gaming can not POST or enter BIOS but has display

Hi
First post here and sadly a technical one. I just bought the following hardware:
- MSI Z97-G45 GAMING MoBo (no idea on BIOS since I cannot enter it at all)
- Intel Core i5 4690K s1150
- 16GB (2x8GB) Patriot Viper 3 Black Mamba 1600MHz CL9 DDR3 Dual/Quad Channel Kit [PV316G160C9K]
- Corsair CX750M PSU
and installed the hardware with the following old hardware that I am carrying over:
- 2 X Hitachi 1TB Sata HDD
- 2 X GTX 275 SLI
To begin with, my existing drives were setup as RAID 0 and has a installed Windows 7 64-bit on there already. I unregistered the Product key before taking it all apart with the idea of registering it again once the new hardware was all together.
So basically, when I received all the new parts yesterday and put them all in. Upon powering on, I see the MSI Dragon logo fullscreen with the option to press DEL or F11. I let it continue without pressing any key to see how it goes. After the dergaon logo, all I get is "Missing Operating System" at the top which did not really worry me and I assumed it would be realted to the Raid not setup (right?)
So I rebooted the PC and decided to press DEL to enter BIOS. However, every time I want to enter the BIOS the screen turns black! The display is still functional though from what I can tell (the display does not lose signal).
Following that, I reset the CMOS from behind by pressing the button with a pen tip. Starting the PC again now gives me a display of all my hardware that it detected (correct CPU, Correct amount of ram, correct HDD etc...). It also gives me two options... F1 to Enter setup or F2 to Continue. Pressing F1 displays the text "Entering Setup..." at the bottom but again it fails to enter the BIOS (it freezes on the above screen - does not turn black this time) and choosing F2 to Continue freezes as well.
I have tried to boot up with the following changes:
- No GPU and use on board VGA only
- One stick of ram in multiple slots
- No HDDs connected at all
- I've checked the CPU to make sure no bent pins
- Reconnected the PSU cables into the motherboard
I should also mention that when I test it on the bare minimum (CPU, PSU, 1 stick of ram) I get A9 in the lower corner before the dragon logo appears.
Right now I am out of ideas and any suggestions would be helpful or at least some insight in what problems I described may indicate. Thanks!

Quote from: Bernhard on 08-July-14, 19:43:46
Can you post your board's serial number. This contains the manufacture date. From that one could deduce the BIOS version on that board.
As for the windows installation from your previous system, you would be very lucky if you were able to boot with that. Perhaps force safe mode if and when you are able to boot, and then try installing the new drivers. The problem is that with the old drivers still in the boot menu, you are probably heading down a slippery slope trying to re-use it. A clean installation would be advised.
Whatever is on the HDD now should however not prevent you from getting into the BIOS.
The fact that your CPU is recognised by its make doesn't mean that its supported. The CPU ID is probably read by the BIOS, but the microcode of the CPU may be missing in the BIOS support. I am trying to think of possible reasons here, and these are just some of my current ideas as to why you may not be able to get into the BIOS.
Have you tried your MB outside the case yet, i.e. on a non conductive surface, i.e. wood or cardboard to eliminate any chances of a potential short?
Also, you may want to check your CPU seating again and carefully inspect the CPU socket pins to ensure that none were bent or are not making proper contact
Yep here is the serial number: 601-7821-050B1405415963
Yeah I didn't really expect to have too much luck with the original windows 7 installation but I had no choice since my last computer failed to power on (faulty PSU I suspected).
However, as you also mentioned, I do not think it would prevent me from reaching the BIOS setup.
Hopefully the above serial can make some sense for you but I do recall some sort of date after a CMOS reset at the top... I think it was 21 April or May 2014 or so. This was next to the following: E7821IMS v2.0.
Once I get home, I will try a few things like you suggested but trying to get as much info as I can before I get home so I have a few things to try.
Thanks again!
EDIT - as a side note, I also contacted the Online Retailer I got it from and the first response from them was that the DEBUG "A9" code meant it was the RAM not fully inserted. That is another thing I have to be 100% sure of but I am fairly sure it was fully clicked in on both sides... but you never know!

Flashing of MSI Z87-GD65 GAMING failed and dual bios not helping, not sure why?

Hi all
For the first time in 20 years Ive had a firmware flash fail it seems.
I have a MSI Z87-GD65 GAMING and updated the bios with the latest firmware via the "M-FLASH" utility within the systems bios.
All seemed to have gone well, it flashed to 100% rebooted and then just a blank screen and a sequence of keyboard light flashes.
After a minutes panic I thought not to worry, the motherboard has a dual bios. So I powered down and switched the bios switch to bios B hoping it would assist and the problem is identical.
Any tips anyone?

I just tried this along with removing power from the main board and it seems one of the two did it! thanks

Z97 gd65 gaming is now an ORPHAN?

I have the z97 gd65 gaming that isn't listed as one of the bios, beta or otherwise in the "look here first".
Even when I use the MSI support to get the bios, the product drop down display don't have the z97 gd65 gaming listed; must enter the entire name then click on the search icon. The z97 gd65 gaming is a quickly discontinued model?!
Anyway, I was trying to see what is listed for beta bios for the z97 gd65 gaming & find that the board isn't even listed! Why not?

I got the z97 gd65 gaming since it was available at Fry's & looked to my as an appropriate replacement for the z77 gd65 without the "gaming".
Will "re-register" the motherboard & just hope a serial number is required since I have no desire to open the computer to look for it.
The reason for my checking for beta is that I have 260 loaded as it was downloaded from MSI's support area on 12/06/2014; the 260 is no longer listed & so wondered if it was a beta. Since it isn't, then I just will reload 250 & hope that the implied malware 260 version haven't done too much on my system as yet.

Z97-GD65 GAMING with intermittent BUG in Killer e2200

Basic PC info
Z97-GD65 GAMING (MS-7845)
BIOS updated (MSI AMD 2.70)
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4790 CPU @ 3.60GHz
2 kit Corsair DDR3 16GB - CMY16GX3M2A1600C9 (ALL: 32GB)
AMD Radeon R9 200 Series 4GB
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate Edition 64-bit Service Pack 1 (Build 7601)
Basic ISP info
Global Village Telecom (Brazil)
15MB connection
Basic Router
Router Technicolor TD5130v2 (Renamed Thompsom Speedstream?)
Firmware GVT_Fw_V17
Patch cord cat5e 1M yellow to my PC
Path cord cat5e to another PCs
Conventional blue cat5e to another 2 PCs
Static IPs for all
Events
When the ISP connection goes down and return, sometimes, the network card is bugged.
Sometimes, using the Windows troubleshoting solves the problem.
Symptoms of BUG
The router not respond the network card Killer e2200, and does not respond to any package.
If any audio is played during the bug, it is accompanied by the noise "pop-pop-pop-pop" that keeps repeating, at a rate of 2 Hz.
Example(Wireshark images)
bugged - call Router and unresponsive
Normal - Call Router and Router respond
The only computer in my network, having problems with Router is Z97-GD65 GAMING.
The other 5 computers tested, and even smartphones NEVER had any problem with the router.
workaround
Reboot PC.
Before display the logo of Win7, the router recognizes the network Killer e2200.
Solution attempts
1) Update Bios
2) Uninstall and reinstall Killer e2200 drivers
3) Already changed the place of computers in the router output, and only MSI motherboard show this problem.
Conclusion
The Z97-GD65 GAMING, for every connection fall of ISP, the user needs to restart for the internet back up and running.
I was forced to restart 3 or 4 times per day, while the entire network operates normally.
The problem is occurring from the first day that I am using the Motherboard, and delay this time to do all the tests to determine exactly what was happening.

1) BIOS are flashed using MSI Live update 6.0.0.0
After the update, MSI Live Update presented some problems with Windows 7 64Bits, and I uninstalled it.
2) My MAC Address is Here (Power Shell)
Availability : 3
Name : Killer e2200 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (NDIS 6.30)
Status :
StatusInfo :
DeviceID : 7
AdapterType : Ethernet 802.3
AdapterTypeId : 0
AutoSense :
Caption : [00000007] Killer e2200 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (NDIS 6.30)
ConfigManagerErrorCode : 0
ConfigManagerUserConfig : False
CreationClassName : Win32_NetworkAdapter
Description : Killer e2200 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (NDIS 6.30)
ErrorCleared :
ErrorDescription :
GUID : {70CE5FA0-D2A6-47BF-B488-4DFC5C70BB53}
Index : 7
InstallDate :
Installed : True
InterfaceIndex : 16
LastErrorCode :
MACAddress : 44:8A:5B:9B:B1:04
Manufacturer : Qualcomm Atheros
MaxNumberControlled : 0
MaxSpeed :
NetConnectionID : Conexão local
NetConnectionStatus : 2
NetEnabled : True
NetworkAddresses :
PermanentAddress :
PhysicalAdapter : True
PNPDeviceID : PCI\VEN_1969&DEV_E091&SUBSYS_78451462&REV_13\4&46DB999&0&00E3
PowerManagementCapabilities :
PowerManagementSupported : False
ProductName : Killer e2200 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (NDIS 6.30)
ServiceName : Ke2200
Speed : 100000000
SystemCreationClassName : Win32_ComputerSystem
SystemName : USER-PC
TimeOfLastReset : 20150303112442.610798-180
Scope : System.Management.ManagementScope
Path : \\USER-PC\root\cimv2:Win32_NetworkAdapter.DeviceID="7"
Options : System.Management.ObjectGetOptions
ClassPath : \\USER-PC\root\cimv2:Win32_NetworkAdapter
Properties : {AdapterType, AdapterTypeId, AutoSense, Availability...}
SystemProperties : {__GENUS, __CLASS, __SUPERCLASS, __DYNASTY...}
Qualifiers : {dynamic, Locale, provider, UUID}
Site :
Container :
3) I uninstall Killer Manager, and install Killer Driver only.
Functioned normally, but do not know if the problem is resolved.
EPISODE 2
I downloaded the MSI LIVE new version 6.0.0.13, and test the updates.
The update "Killer Network Drivers (driver Only) 1.1.49.1048" create conflict in the Killer e2200 in Z97-GD65 GAMING.
I install again "Killer Driver only" by Pandaz (Killer_network_inf.zip version 8.1.0.23 03/27/2014), and it worked.
I will monitor 72 hours to see if the problem recurs.

MSI Z97-GD65 won't start

Hello,
so I bought Z97-GD65 motherboard, installed all components and when I try to turn it on, it does not start. Only the light on the motherboard's power button is blinking and nothing happens, no fan spins, no additional light come on. Tried with different PSU, replacing RAM, disconnecting other components and nothing helps.
So is my motherboard dead?
P.S. one stange thing, the BIOS battery was dead, checked with voltmeter, replaced with other, didn't help.
Specs:
Board: MSI Z97-GD65
VGA: Gigabyte 770GTX 4GB
PSU: Seasonic X-750 (62a 12v rail)
CPU: Intel i7 4770k
MEM: Crucial Ballistix 2x4GB 1600MHz
HDD: Samsung EVO 120GB SSD
HDD: Seagate Baraccuda 2TB
COOLER: Scythe Kotetsu

Quote from: Nichrome on 21-December-14, 01:53:41
Hi,
Please specify your computer, see >>Posting Guide<<
Did you try to boot outside of the case?
Sorry about that.
Haven't tried that, doing it now.

MSI Z87 GD65 Gaming EIST is not working

Hi all, my EIST is not working properly, the CPU clock run between 3.7-3.9 all the time (VID 1.153 - 1.219)
Here is my setup:
Motherboard and CPU: MSI Z87 GD65 Gaming + 4770K
OS: Clean installed Win 7 SP1 with most updated driver from MSI site.
Bios version: 1.2 (All default settings)
Actually the EIST works before without installing driver ME and chipset driver from MSI site, any advices?
thanks in advance.

Hi and welcome,
to DougQuaid tip.
Allso if you have OC your system, you need to set Ratio mode to Dynamic and voltage mode to Adaptive.
Like in this picture of my BIOS settings. I marked those with yellow.
Warning: After that you shouldent stress test your CPU anymore with Prime95, Occt, or so on programs. Because they could get the MB give too much power to CPU
I just tested those (ME and Chipset) files from MSI and still get my clock and voltage down normaly.
There seams to be new official relice of BIOS 1.3v there too, so you could try that. if yours cot some bug in it.
Also make sure on task manager that your pc isnt doing anything under. Like live Spybot/virus/... -Scans.
I hope these help Cheers, Mummy

MSI Z87-GD65 GAMING / Killer E2200 slow upload speed

1. MSI Z87-GD65 GAMING / Killer E2200 slow upload speed
2. System
- Intel Core i5 4670K
- MSI Z87-GD65 GAMING (MS-7845)
- 16GByte Memory
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX770
- 256G SSD
3. MB Drivers
- MS-7845 (MS BIOS) : 1.B0
- Intel USB3.0 Drivers : 2.5.0.19
- Intel ME Driver : 9.5.15.1730
- Intel Chipset Drivers : 10.0.20
- Intel Smart Connect Technology : 4.2.40.2418
- Killer Network Drivers : 1.1.42.1045
- Network Drivers : Killer e2200 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (NDIS 6.30) / 2014-03-27 / 8.1.0.23
4-1. speedtest Test / Download 350MBps / Upload 5MBps
4-2. Other Notebook Test / Download 350MBps / Upload 350Bps
5-1. E22w7x64.INF / DriverVer = 03/27/2014,8.1.0.23 Driver Only Install Test
5-2. E22w7x64.INF / DriverVer = 07/03/2012,8.0.2.38 Driver Only Install Test
5-3. Killer_Network_Drivers_1.1.42.1045.exe Install Test
5-4. KillerSuite_1.1.48.1376_Win7_Win81.exe Install Test
5-5-1. KillerCleaner_64bit.exe Run
5-5-2. KillerSuite_1.1.48.1376_Win7_Win81.exe Install Test

Quote
4-1. speedtest Test / Download 350MBps / Upload 5MBps
4-2. Other Notebook Test / Download 350MBps / Upload 350Bps
what is the expected upload speed?
on the second Upload 350Bps is not realistic...
there are newer drivers as well: 1.1.49.1068
http://www.msi.com/support/mb/Z87-GD65-GAMING.html#down-driver&Win8.1 64

Z97-GD65 Gaming compatibility

Hi there!
I wonder if anyone knows the compatibility with the Z97-GD65 GAMING mobo to my older Z68A-GD65 mobo. I'm using Corsair Vengeance CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9B memory but on the compatibility it only lists Corsair [Vengeance] CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10 or [Vengeance] CMZ8GX3M1A1600C10. Are they close enough to work? (I have 4x4GB modules).
Also on CPU I have Intel i5 2500k (Sandybridge) @3.30Ghz socket 1155 LGA which I do not see listed (didn't know there were so many different i5's) even though mine is Haswell and this mobo uses Ivybridge which is compatible with Sandybridge?!
If anyone knows about this I'd be very grateful for the answer. Thanks!

yes, no way to use this old CPU in newest platform
for detailed CPU support about Z97-GD65 Gaming see here:
http://us.msi.com/support/mb/Z97GD65_GAMING.html#support_support

MSI Z97 GD65 GAMING bios A dead

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