is flashing the BIOS necessary???

[CraigK]

I know it's good to be current when it comes to versions of something and I've been wondering if I should update my BIOS?
I haven't had any compatibility issues with my MoBo in which I had to update the BIOS, so is it worth updating it just to have it updated?
I have the Asus A7N8X (non-dlx)

[NeoStarO1]

If it ain't broke don't fix it.
If you don't have any issues with your bios or you don't need a bios update for a new hardware you put in, don't bother with flashing. Sometimes flashing can go bad and you can ruin your board.

It is not worth to update bios just to update bios.

[Chuckiechan]

No, the only reason to update is if there is something in the new bios you need. You may want to install a faster chip, for instance, and need to make your board capable to use it. The manufacturer offers a "updated" bios to support the faster chip using the same board.

If your needs are currently supported, there is no need to upgrade unless the manufacturer specifically recommends it for stability reasons (which is rare).

[Gait_Keeper]

if it aint broke don't fix it
that only goes for the BIOS

if it anit broke, tweak it
goes for everything else


blowing a BIOS flash will kill your Mobo
you will then have a very dangerous frisbee

unles you need to flash it for some hardware upgrade or constant problems, don't and if you do, be careful and floow the instructions to the letter, back up your system always

[Chiguy]

Originally posted by Gait_Keeper
if it anit broke, tweak it
goes for everything else

That's why I'm w/o my comptuer for a month and still counting.

It was mostly due to my stupidity though

[Urban_Squrill]

Crap happens.

[Gait_Keeper]

yeah it happens, it rolls down hill, it hits the fan, and it's good luck to step in

[Chiguy]

ehhh.... I just be more careful next time.