How To Update Your ASUS Motherboard With Your New Ryzen 5000 CPU. Asus BIOS Flashback.

[@kyleposthuma4855]

Mate you are a bloody lifesaver this video fixed my issue that i was stuck on for 2 hours. Good content!!!

[@alexandrerodrigues6957]

You just saved me and my patience! I had NO idea this could happen to my brand new pc and I was panicking. Thank you so much for the info, I will try it right on!

[@jossshhhy]

So what happen dude, can't keep up on a cliff hanger

[@mrzyy6923]

what happened with you did you update it without an old cpu??

[@ancientslav4863]

I bought brand new PC cheap for 510$ Ryzen 5 5600g (Vega 7) 2x8GB 3200Mhz CL18 Patriot P300 250GB M2 NVME ASUS TUF GT301 CASE ASUS TUF B550M-E WIFI ASUS TUF 750B 750W PSU It usually costs 690$ here but I got a great deal I built many PCs in my life, never has this happened to me. All connected and no sign of life. No fan rpm spin since the psu has 0 rpm mode. The 3pin 120mm case fan didn't spin. The motherboard B550 doesn't have any led light or anything. So it appeared like the pc is totally dead. That I thought before I put in the cpu, which came the next day. However, I saw many videos of how people post/start their PCs without a cpu, even without ram or a drive! So I panicked and thought something is fried. Either the psu or the mobo. Then I plugged in my keyboard and the led on it lit up saying "updating' (SteelSeries APEX 5). Then I plugged in my phone thru USB and it charged both thru the mobo and front case USB ports. On USB 2 is had like 300mA and on USB 3.1 and 3.2 it had 1030mA charging speed. But still no post. Then I learned that perhaps it won't turn on without a CPU. The next day my 5600g came, I plugged it in and still nothing. However my fans started to spin and light RGB. Then I learned that perhaps the BIOS needs to be updated. I sure hope so. Will do it on a friend's Ryzen 3600 PC in about 2 hours. Will post back later to this comment. First, I'll try the flashback button option and if it doesn't work, will swap the CPUs. Damn I'm so stressed these past 2 days. If it doesn't work I'm efd.

[@gtaitbiz7787]

Those keys are illegal

[@fzoid3534]

Gonna try this tomorrow. Exactly what I was looking for. I seriously thought I was going mad. I checked RAM then CPU and GPU.. //Edit: Thanks again so damn much. Worked like a charm

[@charleslowe8582]

Thank you so much, I was getting random restarts with no BSOD. I think this has fixed the issue I’ll update after a week to let you know what’s going on and to help anyone who might stumble across this video with the same issue I was having.

[@eddo2630]

Hey Charles, I gotta one of these 5900s and it has the same issue. I'm running 3001 bios. Did this fix your issue?

[@charleslowe8582]

Sorry completely forgot to update. Yes the issue is completely gone :)

[@aman0422]

Hey I have the same problem. When I start the pc it randomly shuts down and starts again

[@Doc_Hollladay]

your wallpaper bro - omg what is that-- that is awesome!!! thanks for the tip btw

[@omsa831]

This was my situation. A B550 and Ryzen 5600X with DRAM LED on This was the fix. Thanks!

[@hakametal]

I thought all B550 boards supported 5000 series chips at launch?

[@timurabiii]

@@hakametal that was the problem at the launch of amd b550 boards. But many of the boards(i acctually dont know one without)has the BIOS flashback feature.

[@hakametal]

@@timurabiii Well I just bought the Prime B550-PLUS and it doesn't have the flashback feature. Now I can't get my system running.

[@timurabiii]

@@hakametal then you need to borrow a cpu wgich works on the board to install the latest bios

[@hakametal]

@@timurabiii FML XD

[@brettjacobsen7640]

Thank you so much. I’ve been watching other videos and none of them have worked. This is the one that did it for me. You’re a life saver.

[@civili666]

jesus christ. i spent 3 days setting together my new x5800 build. Never got it to even boot! Nothing worked, then i saw this guide. I upgraded the bios like you suggested and its working perfectly now. HUGE thanks man!

[@6k_627]

How long did it take for the bios to update ? I’m currently updating mine I got a 5600x and it’s been updating for more than half a hour already

[@civili666]

@@6k_627 it took 5 mins tops. Start all over. Nothing else to do!

[@kemouse]

Thank you so much! I thought I screwed something up! Anyway the cycling thing, the ram light came on immediately so I thought it was still hosed but then I saw it go to red, to green to white and then green and then it came up. Thank you again.

[@patrick4158]

Thank you! I spent more time than I care to admit disconnecting and reconnecting everything! This video saved the day!

[@Panda-ho7ef]

man, i was looking up forums and the asus website and was not successful after watching several youtube videos, some by content creators and some by asus, and urs the only one that made sense, thank you.

[@schooled7tech110]

I have literally this exact issue. Using a similar mobo, Asus Rog Strix B550-E with the same RAM. I built my pc using ryzen 5800, put everything together and have the exact same issue. Blank screen with all the parts lighting up, fans running and a steady orange light claiming a DRAM issue. Did the RAM swap test and to no avail. Also with a Q code of 0d. This video made me feel at ease and I will be giving the bios flash update a go later today. I will let you know if it solves my similar issue. Also for anybody else reading this if you are not sure if your new mobo has the most recent bios version you can check by looking at the last 4 digits on the serial sticker on your mobo and then verifying it on the ASUS website under CPU/Memory with your mobo.

[@schooled7tech110]

Update* Followed these instructions and my computer finally posted. Everything is up and running.

Where exactly did you check if your mobo has the most recent bios? I couldnt find it on Asus website.

[@schooled7tech110]

@ this video is helpful for your question kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIOsmJemaqZljqc Start at 1:00.

[@mitch_flix]

Thanks dude, short sweet and very clear. Seriously took me a few hours to find a helpful video that didn't piss me off with how much they talk about other things other than possible issues.

[@NationDarkness]

I need that wallpaper!

[@christy7464]

You can get it on wallpaper engine, by a guy called Tony Skeor. Just type in 'skeor' into the search bar on the program.

[@crimvaldis4729]

This is exactly what's happening with me, though I am using a 5600g. I'll try this out tomorrow. Thanks mate! 😊

[@chrisrilla8021]

how did it go? i have a 5700g. btw u didnt need to buy a new cpu right?

[@crimvaldis4729]

Yeah, I just used the bios flashback button with the latest bios preloaded on my usb stick. Worked flawlessly. Also, I figured out that the problem wasn't my cpu, but with the AIO cooler. It was too tight and was causing some weird problems with the cpu, loosened it a bit and everything worked fine.

[@chrisrilla8021]

@@crimvaldis4729 oh wow. Thank you man. I was so scared to have to do this

[@lovenotwar8182]

This is good general information but if you are doing a tutorial please be more clear and specific - see some of the questions in the comments. For example, I wouldn't say you grab the latest/top of the list bios if it is a beta version - perhaps saying the last stable version would be more instructive. Also, please show which cords from the power supply need to be plugged in when you say, "power the motherboard". Finally it might be a good idea to share that you don't need the CPU or RAM installed to perform a bios flash on new builds. Lots of questions unanswered in the comments b/c the video, although well meaning, lacks the clarity this topic deserves.

[@inaliFTW]

The hero we need.

[@ng6574]

I'm sure the manual of the mobo should have this information anyway. RTFM people!

[@ng6574]

I don't think it's necessary to be mentioned since if you're going to download a beta version there's a disclaimer there. Experienced people would know to avoid this and amateurs will learn about this when reading the disclaimer (if they want to accept the risk it's up to them). Furthermore if you follow this guide step by step you don't need to know that CPU or RAM is not needed for a BIOS update since it's irrelevant when he's doing it by this method. On the other hand if you don't know how to plug a 24 pin cable from the PSU to the Mobo, or install a CPU then this video ISN'T for you.

[@Aciel_Yu]

I mean the video is very informative. Not sure what ur problem is.

[@shadowstriker8707]

Dude you already about to hit 10k sub’s congrats dude it felt like 5k was yesterday

[@TechLens]

Thanks man - yeah, honestly, its come around so quickly! Onward and upward for TL 😀

[@jsavoni6478]

Great video. Much easier instructions then other videos I have watched on this. Mobo comes tomorrow!

[@DVNKLLS]

Straightforward and simple. Much appreciated.

[@Blopez_]

make sure to follow these steps This is what is required for the BIOS flashback feature: Create an MSDOS (MBR) partition table - this is probably what you mean by returning to its original state. I believe Windows 10 defaults to a GPT partition table. I can confirm that this will not work with BIOS flashback. Create a single FAT32 partition Rename the BIOS file with BiosRenamer Plug ATX and CPU power cables into motherboard. Don't connect a CPU, GPU, or RAM. Plug flash drive into the designated USB port (see manual, back panel shows a white box around the correct port - it's next to the BIOS flashback button) Turn on the PSU and press the BIOS flashback button. If it works, it'll repeatedly flash red for a few minutes and you'll see activitiy on the USB drive. If it dosen't work, it'll flash red for a few seconds and then turn off (this is what happens with a GPT partition table).

[@darealmaul]

Thank you very much!!!! I really wish the Asus instructions for my motherboard actually included this information.

[@ItsErratyk]

So when you mean create a MS-DOS (MBR) partition table do you mean I take a flash drive and convert it into an MBR and then download the updated motherboard version onto it?

[@bruv9534]

Thank you! Liked and subscribed. Also, may I ask, do you have a link for your wallpaper? Looks amazing! Cheers!

[@nathanwood7525]

Thanks for your help bro!

[@klinekg1]

What desktop wallpaper are you using on a video? Love it. Could you please let me know?

[@sergiosc92]

Great video, I was having the same problem and you showed me what to do. By the way, where did you get such nice wallpaper ? Thank you !

[@RN25899]

Also make sure both power cables are plugged in! There's the big one and the probably the other smaller one near the CPU!

[@callofsmoothiegaming6085]

Thanks so much for this explanation. I'm now working on it. hopefully it works!

[@HappyKatze]

Video starts at 3:15

[@Thefrozengruff]

I’ve done all this but getting a solid green light, what can I do?

[@jupazami9999]

You are the f****ng best my friend thank u very much, great quality video, informative and straight forward keep on the good work.

[@mr.wiggles7535]

Really wish the ROG X570i had the bios flashback. Really confuses me as to why they don't O_o

[@jellyfishedx]

Thanks for the video. I'm starting my build today. Wish me luck.

[@minibrayden]

Thanks!

[@christurner7472]

Thank you, couldn’t have done it without you

[@ComradeBornath]

Simple and concise explanation. Subbed.

[@87Echo]

thank you! saved me sooo much time trying to figure it out.

[@urzapolariz]

Thanks, this video was a lifesaver. =) I wish I had found it sooner!

[@bayuntorowiyono7378]

i need this man thanks

[@jaycapone9388]

Great Video m8 Keep it going :)

[@bora514]

Awesome video! Thx mate! Btw, how did you setup that cool background? I see that the letters in the back are moving :)

[@madoo8053]

Wallpaper engine

[@iliveforthevibez6216]

Hey man, another question: Can you please tell me where to get that wallpaper from? That looks so cool!

[@chriswho12345]

Appreciate ya dude. I’m excited to pair a cheaper b450m with a new 5600x!

[@xRadio2006x]

thanks for the video...but what is up with that background though? Its awesome!

[@jamzky6036]

Hi thanks for the video, just to ask on part of the flashback steps on the motherboard, does the processor need to be installed or removed? Another question, does Asus Tuf b550m-plus wifi motherboard needs bios flashback update to pair with ryzen 5 5600g?

[@LordCohliani]

Did you ever get yours working? I have the same mobo... Can't get it to work

[@RaceEngineerss]

Thank you so much this helped a lot

[@stormyt1460]

Thank you man I was confused ❤️

[@paulmerritt8593]

When the green light stops flashing? It's stopped flashing but it's solid green. Is it finished? Some say it should be solid green but Asus says it goes out! Which is it? It's been 30 minutes and if I pull the drive will it be bricked or ready? I guess I will let you all know. What a hassle.

[@BP-rh8tl]

What ended up happening?

[@kawieguy86]

what happened, currently having this issue

[@pznicho1]

Thank you. Everyone shows how to update from BIOS. Not much help when it does not load at all. Thank u so much.

[@m0gi]

The Usb device that was plugged into your motherboard. what was that? was it powering the board? @TechLens

[@deynerbricenoo]

Thanks a lot :) it really helped me :)

[@IrwinDeGannes]

very well put together video

[@RGeetect]

for 2 days now i am tring to do that bios update on Aorus x570 motherboard... the motherboard just not updating via the Qflash button.. nothing happened ... it's so enjoying the way they made it 🙄 I might need to update with older CPU first...

[@milankepcija2135]

What to do when even bios flashback doesnt bring me to post screen, everything spins and everything is light up but it looks like its dead or something because screen doesnt turn on at all

[@marvlouslie2053]

This is a LOT easier than sending out for an older AMD chip and waiting for weeks just to get your PC up and running. Glad to see Asus making this all an easy process.

[@SlimShady-tc5mb]

I have an Asus B550-f, and have a yellow led and yellow/green LED when I turn on my Mobo Do I have to Bios flashback? Also do I have to remove my SSD, Processor and Ram when I updated my Bios?

[@phanyhynvang9967]

Hello, I’m building my first computer, I have a Asus rog strix x570-E and an AMD 5900x. How do i do the bios update? Should i do before or after i finished to build my computer with all components in? Thanks! :)

[@Xccute]

chill asf bro, ty

[@MAR771N]

Is it okay to do this with the cpu installed or is there a chance of something going wrong with it in?

[@MerolaC]

All you need is a PSU installed. No memory, cpu, gpu.

[@urzapolariz]

If your CPU is installed already, DO NOT take it out. There's a better chance of YOU damaging the CPU, cooling unit or thermal conductivity than the BIOS update doing the same.

[@jozif.mp3]

@TechLens Im upgrading to a Ryzen 5 5600x in December, it is currently November and i am using a Ryzen 5 3600. Can i install this update onto my Mobo now and continue using my 3600 until i get my 5600x? or should i wait until i get my new cpu? Id appreciate the feedback. Thanks.

[@bestlives4411]

YOU ARE THE BEST,I AM SPANISH AND I DONT KNOW A FIX,THANK YOU SO MUCH!🙏🏼❤️

[@TechLens]

PRO TIP - For a lot of Asus motherboard, You only actually need the motherboard and the PSU. The CPU, Memory and GPU actually aren't required. However, with the B550-I Gaming (and potentially other Asus motherboards) you do need a CPU. Hope this helps you out! PS... First 😉

[@TyMeyerz]

Wait so I’m building my pc and I got the rog stix x570e mobo and I got my hands on the 5800x. I’m still not building my pc for a couple weeks but when I get my mobo I can do this process before? Or should I build my whole pc and then before I turn it on do this process?

[@TechLens]

@@TyMeyerz it's up to you really. You woukd be able to do this before everything else arrives - all you technically need is the PSU and the Mobo. ... If it were me, I'd want to make sure the system can post after the process and everything went smoothly. So I'd personally wait. Hope this helps!

[@TyMeyerz]

@@TechLens yeah I’m going to wait lol thank you!

[@jesussantos7092]

When i connect the usb it starts flashing but stops flashing in 3 secs. The light doesn’t turn off. My mobo is a ROG B550 A

[@krebzy9328]

@@jesussantos7092 make sure you are using a USB 2.0 stick.

[@scale...3d]

Please make of 2021 version of Motherboard Vendors RGB software comparision. And this time please show the dynamic effects too. So that viewers could see that if the RGB reacts to music than how responsive or well is the reaction. And also, this time include the ram RGB from popular brand like a Corsair Vengeance RGB pro kit just to show how well is it compatible with all 4 vendor softwares.

[@MrPartyrocker32]

Im in this exact predicament right now but my mobo doesn't have a BIOS Flashback Function, im using the ASUS TUF x570 PLUS-WIFI and a ryzen 9 5000 series. is my only option to swap out processors and then update? or is there another way? I read online about sending my computer to asus support but that could take days and I don't have the time to do that. Also heard about taking it to a local shop, are there any other options?

[@ultralaggerREV1]

I’m planning to buy a 5600G, do I need to update the BIOS before or after I insert the CPU into the motherboard?

[@scartell]

Didnt work "Selected file is not a proper BIOSI" allways this message

[@bora514]

One question, which cables do you need to plug in into the motherboard before you flash the bios? 24pin I know, but do you need to plugin the 8pin cable for cpu power or not?

[@DrJohan-im3rk]

Have to point out that the USB port utilized by this system, not is located by any sane logic on some motherboard models. - Just Read the manual, as it may require a USB port located as far away possible, from the reflash activation button. An error is indicated by a tiny led , If this signal light stop pulsating after only 4-10s, going steady.

[@jimmymoss6262]

Brilliant video you earned a sub off me i am trying to do as much research as i can before building my first PC i was going to go with 5600x in a TUF x570 Plus but because of the lack of information about bios status out of the box in Early 2021 and no Flashback option, im gonna go for the B550 F and just flash the BIOS

[@nathanwood7525]

thanks so much bro!

[@Concept_19]

For a new builder like me, can you install the Bios on a USB using a Mac, and how much storage and what type of USB is it?

[@orochikaiba]

As long as that flash drive will be readable on a non Mac PC then you should be fine. For AMD, DO NOT use a USB 3.0 for the BIOS flashing. It may prove unstable and could brick your motherboard. Use a USB 2.0 and I suggest at least like a 16GB. They're super duper cheap.

[@CDuff86]

I love that live wallpaper. How does one get their hands on it?

[@dalyonking]

Your lucky to be getting warning lights. Bios updated but, board lights up but nothing else.😞 Faulty Board ? (ASU’s B550 E-gaming)

[@Mind32t]

You are such a life saver thank you so much!

[@danielskrauklis1994]

would ryzen 5 3600 work with motherboard that is ryzen 5000 desktop ready? would it need bios downgrade to 3000 series to work?

[@alexwilson8034]

Damn it’s been done. A guy cuter than Linus himself

[@flamingfireguns]

hi what if you dont have a cpu as you are building a pc new and you just have a new cpu without an old one is this what it is for? also what amount of gb should your usb contain?

[@mtgomage2703]

My motherboard doesn't have the feature with the button to flash. it can't be done on my Asus Prime X570P motherboard, but I called AMD and they have a free bootkit they can send you if you need an older processor to flash the bios, for a duration of 10 days. Good luck to you all

[@olliecee]

Ridiculous situation - any idea how long it takes to be sent out?

[@zane767]

So I’m building my first pc with this mother board and a 5800x. Will I be able to boot my pc with windows and then preform this bios update?

[@patriciasanchez8638]

I have the exact same problem, but this solution does not work for me. The blinking light on the asus bios flashback button just gets all lighted up, no blinking... this means the bios update didn't function as it should. I tried diferent usb drives, and verified all the steps to this... same result. I have an asus x570 crosshair 8 hero. Did someone found the solution to this? i also tried to restore the bios and it's all the same

[@davidnabeiro6703]

Having the same issue, did you manage to get it fixed?

[@pinglee5659]

Do I have to take out the cpu and ram for the bio flashback to work? Thks!

[@Crewtis]

Hey please let me know asap... would this work with the Asus rog strix B550-F Wifi aswell ?

[@aminek244]

Very nice video. I already have a full pc setup with the same motherboard + 3700x. I just bought a 5700x to replace my old 3700x. how to update my bios in my case?

[@jozif.mp3]

When do you install the new cpu? after the update is installed?

[@EEGAMINGYT1994]

Thanks dude its what i want

[@boulderban4175]

Do I have to remove my Ryzen 5000 series CPU to be able to install the new BIOS update?

[@celesticforce2367]

I’m very new to pc building. Expecting a risen 5900x cpu and asus b550 ti come in the mail soon

[@zavs7112]

Hey man I’ve already finished building my pc and now came across this problem. Does this mean I have to take everything out and start over with the mb or can I just keep everything in

[@unbreakable1391]

Do you need to do this before you insert your CPU?

[@antxgy3443]

I’m looking forward to build a Asus b550-E gaming with a Ryzen 7 5800x, do you guys think I should update the BIOS after I build it all together, or before? I have been thinking about this for a while, and I am generally confused.

[@Mrndosir]

Check your bios version before, and compare the version number to what is listed on the motherboard website, if the cpu was stable on a version number lower than yours, no update needed. Otherwise, you will want to update the bios before installing your new cpu.

[@computerclubzp]

Thnx mate, but 5600x + Asus TUF GAMING B450M-PRO II doesn't work anyway !!! Only when I inserted 1600 processor I was able to flash the BIOS using the traditional method

[@iplaythebestgames3080]

I just updated to 1202 2 weeks ago and now I see there is another new BIOS release, 1401. Is it necessary to get that one? What's your opinion? I have 5600x.

[@vahidkaumi1897]

Ima update it that one today

[@vahidkaumi1897]

It was weird yesterday I tried updating to that one I just put the new file into my ssd and thats how I did it for 1202 but when I did it for 1401 the version was 1207

[@brian3643]

Can you flash the bios with the cpu in the motherboard or do i need to take it out?

[@DA.234]

Can you open up your pc after installing windows to get all the drives THEN update your bios?

[@sampritdas3442]

Can we do this with cpu(5600x) and ram installed....I have put it inside the case too thinking asus b550 tuf gaming plus supports out of the box ?

[@FishingForWaves]

On this specific motherboard, what will cycling lights mean? It doesn’t stop on a specific issue like ram, cpu, etc. it will just keep cycling. I updated bios the correct way with no post.

[@cherchil]

Is it okay if i do it with 5600x in the socket or do i need to remove it?

[@msfitzsadventures]

So I have this problem the built is finished and wont boot. My question do I need to Take off the Processor and the ram to use the Bios Flashback??? I have tried and it didnt work blinked 5 times and then the light stayed on . I turned the system off and tried again. Every video I have seen they have no Processor and ram. So please let me know if I need to take everything off the board... Been a week of frustration.

[@geovanivela6733]

Hello TechLens, I have ASUS X570 tuf gaming plus wifi and this board does not have a flashing BIOS bottom anywhere. I am using AMD 9 5900x. How do I update the BIOS. Thank you....

[@Dylbog]

Does it need to be USB 2.0 rather than 3.0? I've seen one person say so but no one else has clarified.

[@S4_QUATTROPOWER]

So you can flash the mobo with the cpu already installed even tho it's not compatible yet till after the flash 🤔?

[@kennywong5857]

You didn't mention whether you need to remove the CPU first in order to do the flashback, or you simply leave the CPU on the motherboard to do the flashback. This is important as if it requires you to remove the CPU, then it's better to do the flashback before a full installation. Or else, you may mess it up as you need to apply thermal paste on it and install the CPU fan then you may have to remove and later re-install the CPU with paste on it.