Bios cannot update Gigabyte Aftershock pc

[pan_duit]

Need help to update bios gigabyte B660m gaming x ax ddr4 . Getting a oemid mixmatch.

 

[86technie]

You need to use BIOS flashback.
However there are steps involved.

1) Download the latest bios.
Than rename to Gigabyte.bin
2) You need to remove cpu, ram, gpu and SSD.
Basically anything that is on the motherboard before the BIOS flashback.
3) Plug in the USB either with the BIOS file.
Press the Q flash button wait for the blinking light to stop.
4) Put back everything than boot up.

Aftershock PC are like that, I hate updating the BIOS cuz they use their own BIOS.

 

[KleoZy]

You need to use BIOS flashback.
However there are steps involved.

1) Download the latest bios.
Than rename to Gigabyte.bin
2) You need to remove cpu, ram, gpu and SSD.
Basically anything that is on the motherboard before the BIOS flashback.
3) Plug in the USB either with the BIOS file.
Press the Q flash button wait for the blinking light to stop.
4) Put back everything than boot up.

Aftershock PC are like that, I hate updating the BIOS cuz they use their own BIOS.

his board does not have bios flashback feature at the rear I/O

@pan_duit I advise you to approach Aftershock.

 

[86technie]

his board does not have bios flashback feature at the rear I/O

@pan_duit I advise you to approach Aftershock.

Is on the motherboard label number 8.

 

[KleoZy]

Is on the motherboard label number 8.

ooo.. good finding, my bad. sorry.

 

[abstrax]

I recommend to backup ur current profile 1st b4 flashing else all ur setting are gone.

 

[ragnarok95]

I recommend to backup ur current profile 1st b4 flashing else all ur setting are gone.

Bios update is advisable to redo everything from zero, not recommended to copy profile.

 

[abstrax]

Bios update is advisable to redo everything from zero, not recommended to copy profile.

yes u can too..if u can remember all the setting in ur head lor...

 

[TanKianW]

Maybe should read the release notes before BIOS flash? Whether the update is significant enough to warrant the "risk".

If not experiencing any issue better to just leave it. Not worth the hassle. If you choose to flash it, suggest noting down the key settings and re-configure it. Try not to restore the previous setting, especially when you are updating from a previous BIOS bug, will screw up the system. Pretty similar to flashing those router firmware.​

 

[culepico]

I would suggest to bring the PC down to Aftershock service centre for them to update the BIOS. If you brick your PC while trying to update BIOS yourself, the warranty will not cover.

The issue with Aftershock is that they don't publicly release BIOS for their systems. Better to let them update for you.

 

[86technie]

I would suggest to bring the PC down to Aftershock service centre for them to update the BIOS. If you brick your PC while trying to update BIOS yourself, the warranty will not cover.

The issue with Aftershock is that they don't publicly release BIOS for their systems. Better to let them update for you.

Their BIOS is not say public release.
Is like in any company, the BIOS will be lock from anyone tampering it.
As well as Aftershock customize setting like Aftershock logo etc.
I haven't been able to explore what the setting they have for their BIOS other than the logo.
Aftershock BIOS have been like that for past 10 years.
Early years example B450 era there's no way to flashback since flashback feature are only certain motherboards.
If you want the best performance as well as less problems like PC not booting or no display.
Best to flash yourself if you know how.
I been dealing with Aftershock their PC are never easy to repair.
You can ask me what are the common issues with their PC.

 

[ragnarok95]

Just bring your pc back to them to update bios or ask whether they can head over to your home to update for you.

Anyway please do not OT and ask people to ask you what common issues you encounter with their PC.

 

[helloicanseeu]

You need to use BIOS flashback.
However there are steps involved.

1) Download the latest bios.
Than rename to Gigabyte.bin
2) You need to remove cpu, ram, gpu and SSD.
Basically anything that is on the motherboard before the BIOS flashback.
3) Plug in the USB either with the BIOS file.
Press the Q flash button wait for the blinking light to stop.
4) Put back everything than boot up.

Aftershock PC are like that, I hate updating the BIOS cuz they use their own BIOS.

worth the hassle or not, bios updates only needed if supporting newer processors ...

 

[KleoZy]

worth the hassle or not, bios updates only needed if supporting newer processors ...

This I won't deny, if current works on TS AM4. leave it.. unless you own 9000 series, then Agesa is important.
especially with the memory training and supporting newer processors.

 

[helloicanseeu]

This I won't deny, if current works on TS AM4. leave it.. unless you one 9000 series, then Agesa is important.
especially with the memory training and supporting newer processors.

anyway, i think aftershock dont expect u to update the bios, because they dont anticipate customers upgrading the rig, they are expected to buy new packages and dump the old rig.

 

[KleoZy]

anyway, i think aftershock dont expect u to update the bios, because they dont anticipate customers upgrading the rig, they are expected to buy new packages and dump the old rig.

there are a few ways to look at it. In general,

1. For non tech savvy, you paid for their serivces and rely on their parts, you have no knowledge about it. So it's fair and sqaure to "what you pay is what you get as a end user"
2. Tech Savvy being lazy to DIY. If you know how PC Hardware and OS works, serves you right and you deserve it for being lazy and without any knowledge on how AfterShock operates in handling hardwares or OS and inclusive of firmware.
3. Get to learn and know about PC stuff. You buy it as a lesson learned.

So ya. I dont dislike any local System Integrator but to accept the three points I've mentioned above.

 

[helloicanseeu]

there are a few ways to look at it. In general,

1. For non tech savvy, you paid for their serivces and rely on their parts, you have no knowledge about it. So it's fair and sqaure to "what you pay is what you get as a end user"
2. Tech Savvy being lazy to DIY. If you know how PC Hardware and OS works, serves you right and you deserve it for being lazyyou and without any knowledge on how AfterShock operates in handling hardwares or OS and inclusive of firmware.
3. Get to learn and know about PC stuff. You buy it as a lesson learned.

So ya. I dont dislike any local System Integrator but to accept the three points I've mentioned above.

they are just a reseller afterall, and still managed to embed themselves in between the customers and the manufacturers.

 

[86technie]

worth the hassle or not, bios updates only needed if supporting newer processors ...

For AMD platform yes, like some say the AEGSA update.
AEGSA update will bring improvement like performance, better RAM support and stability.
But since Aftershock lock the BIOS customer won't be able to update.

Which is why if you ask me, either customer think Aftershock performance are bad
and not stable.
They just dump it on Carousell.

If the PC happen land at my workshop which does happened, I seriously have to flash the motherboard
back else it will cause all sorts of issues.
I do encounter Aftershock motherboard bricking before because either Windows try to update
BIOS but fail or other factor.

Yes there are such cases Windows update try to update or change something in the BIOS
thus bricking the motherboard.
Simply put I don't like to handle Aftershock PC if motherboard can reuse I reuse.

Else some cases is either RMA or throw especially those which have been brick.
PS what I share I am not badmouthing them, been handling their PC for more than 5 years.

 

[86technie]

there are a few ways to look at it. In general,

1. For non tech savvy, you paid for their serivces and rely on their parts, you have no knowledge about it. So it's fair and sqaure to "what you pay is what you get as a end user"
2. Tech Savvy being lazy to DIY. If you know how PC Hardware and OS works, serves you right and you deserve it for being lazyyou and without any knowledge on how AfterShock operates in handling hardwares or OS and inclusive of firmware.
3. Get to learn and know about PC stuff. You buy it as a lesson learned.

So ya. I dont dislike any local System Integrator but to accept the three points I've mentioned above.

Bascially this sums it all, buying Aftershock PC is like buying a company PC.
Aftershock have their own SOP and policies whether BIOS, software
and RMA.

It's no difference from buying from a SI like you mention.
What they deploy with the system BIOS and image you have to live with it.

 

[jinsatkilife]

Bascially this sums it all, buying Aftershock PC is like buying a company PC.
Aftershock have their own SOP and policies whether BIOS, software
and RMA.

It's no difference from buying from a SI like you mention.
What they deploy with the system BIOS and image you have to live with it.

Is aftershock the only pc builder doing this?

What about invader, mansa and the other pc builders? Got this kind of stunt to bother to have their exclusive bios or software?