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Z790 Dark Hero 1703/1704 BIOS

TheJackyking
Level 8

Not long ago ASUS released the 1703 BIOS for the Z790 Dark Hero mobo, and now they pulled the 1703 without any explanation whatsoever.

Would it be possible for ASUS give out a statement on why 1703 was removed? Was it due to a critical bug? Or something minor?

Some regions already saw the new 1704 BIOS released for the Dark Hero (e.g., Philippines, Hong Kong). What is the difference between 1703 and 1704? Is it a must for folks to upgrade their BIOS again ASAP?

I am on the 1703 BIOS atm and would like to know if it is secretly frying my components or summoning the great Cthulhu without my knowledge. Please clarify on this issue ASUS.

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dntz2024
Level 7

I updated to 1704 last night from 13xx. never had any issues prior, now my computer won't boot windows, can't access startup repair, can't even boot a windows 11 usb without getting BSODs. No overclocking, tried reducing ram speed and disabling/enabling various settings for like 6 hours last night to no avail. Also, reverting to a prior BIOS version doesn't fix. I tried my old version and the one prior to 1704. Could this have to do with the Intel ME firmware update?

Hi!
A similar case has already been considered here. Looks like processor degradation. At reduced voltage settings, it no longer works. Therefore, on older Bios, it is more stable. But soon blue screens will begin on old Bios. Contact Intel to replace the processor.

It was the processor, thanks.