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A couple days ago I tried to update my bios and got a failed verification error _MSI K8N neo board. No problems until I needed to restart the computer today.
The computer will start-up for about 5 seconds - just enough time to show the first 5 lines of the bios start screen, then the computer will just power off. I have inserted a bios recovery disc but the computer will turn off before it even has a chance to read the A: drive. I have tried resetting CMOS and even replaced the power supply with a known good one and still the same results.

Time for a new mobo??

Any help greatly appreciated.

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Following 's update and 's suggestions, the MSI service reply (replacement BIOS chip) is the most reliable fix when a flash fails. Before doing anything, confirm with MSI whether the chip they send is already programmed for your exact board/model and BIOS version. If it is blank, you will need an external programmer or a service to program it — installing a non-matching or blank chip will not help.

Preparation checklist (do this before touching the board):

  • Unplug the PC, switch off the PSU at the rear and remove the mains cable. Discharge residual power by holding the front-panel power button for a few seconds.
  • Take basic ESD precautions (antistatic wrist strap or frequent contact with an unpainted metal surface).
  • Read the motherboard manual to confirm the chip package and the clear-CMOS jumper position. Note any orientation marks on the chip/socket so you can reinstall correctly.
  • Have a proper chip puller (or the correct tool for the package) and work on a clean, static-free surface.

What to do when replacing the chip:

  • Install only the replacement BIOS chip that matches the board part number.
  • After seating the chip, reset CMOS per the manual (jumper or battery removal), then attempt a minimal POST: CPU, one RAM stick, video (no HDD, optical drives, or extra cards). This isolates POST issues and shortens troubleshooting.
  • If the board POSTS, immediately flash to the latest official BIOS using MSI's recommended utility so you are not left on an older, potentially problematic image.

If the board still dies shortly after power-up, other hardware (shorts, VRM failure, damaged traces) may be present and the board might need RMA or replacement. Regarding swapping motherboards: changing to a different model or chipset commonly requires a repair-install or full reinstall of the OS (drivers, HAL, and activation issues). Back up data and product keys first; for Windows systems, run sysprep or be prepared to perform a repair-install to restore bootability.

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You corrupted the BIOS, so you will have to get it reflashed, or replaced. The reflashing has to be done out of the computer. Check with MSI, see if you can get a replacement BIOS, or if you know what type check a BIOS upgrade place like

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You corrupted the BIOS, so you will have to get it reflashed, or replaced. The reflashing has to be done out of the computer. Check with MSI, see if you can get a replacement BIOS, or if you know what type check a BIOS upgrade place like

Thanks,

If I just decide to buy another MOBO that is a different model/manuf. than the original one will I run into any problems? Will the OS still function okay.

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Thanks,

If I just decide to buy another MOBO that is a different model/manuf. than the original one will I run into any problems? Will the OS still function okay.

Update - MSI tech support said they will send me a replacement bios chip. I assume this will fix my problem. I'm sure it will come with instructions, any words of advice on installation.

Thanks

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Should have instructiions, but if not, before you remove the old one look at the chip it will have a notch on one end note this. Gentley lift chip end to end the long way, intill it comes oout of the socket. NOw before touching the new chip touch the metal on the case if it still in it, this will help discharge any static, now put the chip in noting the end notch, make sure all the pins are in the socket holes, and gently with one finger push down and seat the chip

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