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    Problem with MSI MS-1651

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by Computerview, Apr 25, 2010.

  1. Computerview

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    I have a T6400 CPU. If I power the laptop on the computer it shows the screen with 3 options: 1. tab 2. del. 3. F11. If I hit DEL to enter setup it doesnt go to the setup but it goes to the post screen, it knows what processor I have, but will not do anything else, it will sit there:
    Press F12 key for LAN Boot
    Press F11 key for Boot Menu
    Initializing USB Controllers .. Done.
    4096MB OK
    My Bios is 1.0E. Do I need to find another CPU to flash the BIOS? Everything is seated correctly.
    Anyone know the cheapest processor I can get that is 100% guaranteed to work in this bare-bone?
    Found this: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=399855
    Exact same problem I'm having except with a different CPU, guess I have to update the BIOS.
     
    Computerview, Apr 25, 2010
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    No you don't need another CPU to flash. Try to reset the CMOS or updating the BIOS.
     
    Dead2th3world, Apr 25, 2010
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  3. Computerview

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    I already reset the CMOS - don't help, still FREEZE before go to BIOS setting . Bios can't be update without working CPU (I can't go over Post screen)
     
    Computerview, Apr 25, 2010
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    Its not the CPU, nothing would be on your screen...

    Bios might need the update like you said though, try aquire a friends or a cheap one.
     
    catacylsm, Apr 25, 2010
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    Anyone have P8400 or T5550 for good price?
    I'm from CA 91607.
     
    Computerview, Apr 25, 2010
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    Try posting in the "Want to buy" forum, I'm sure you'll get some offers.
     
    idiotpilot, Apr 26, 2010
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  7. Computerview

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    I'm new in this forum, how can I find "Want to buy" forum?
    Thank you.
     
    Computerview, Apr 26, 2010
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    Memory is OK, I already try 4 different sticks from working laptops. The problem is in BIOS. I need different CPU and upgrade BIOS, but I don't know what CPU will work for 100% .
     
    Computerview, Apr 27, 2010
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    no...but tomorrow I will get T5550 from eBay. I will see if this one work.
     
    Computerview, Apr 27, 2010
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    If not, I have to buy more expensive CPU P8600.
     
    Computerview, Apr 27, 2010
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    the T5550 let me upgrade BIOS and I already install T6400 and everything work perfect.
    Thank you all for help.
     
    Computerview, Apr 29, 2010
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    I already upgrade BIOS for MSI-MS-1651, do I have to upgrade Firmware?
     
    Computerview, Apr 29, 2010
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    It's no mandatory but it would be a good idea to do it.
     
    Ayle, Apr 30, 2010
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