Kets ultimate mainboard BIOS mods

I think the title goes a good way to explaining everything. I certainly won't be churning out BIOS mods like sweets due to sheer time involved in these kinds of mods. It takes a lot of effort finding the latest O-ROMs, so any competent BIOS modder feel free to help out.

The purpose in this thread is to effectively disect and fix things manufacturers can't be arsed to do, you'll understand what I mean by this as the thread (hopefully) progresses.

RULES - Yes, there are rules for this thread, violators will be shot or reported to admins, whichever is easier :p:

- Feel free to make mod requests
- NO slamming, bashing, flaming of any kind. This is about helping as many mobos in need as possible regardless of their stature.
- Stay ON TOPIC. Its going to be hard enough chasing around this thread as it is if it gets popular.

Ok, I think thats all thats needed.

First project will be for the Maximus II Formula. Other BIOS modders feel free to chip in on the same project or undertake any mod requests.

The M2F Project Summary:

This project will address many issues, which are not limited to just this board, but a common fault of all boards. If additional issues are identified, they will be addressed as and when a updated O-ROM can be found.

Issues To Be Addressed:

- P6 microcode table
- Compatibility memory table
- ICH10R Intel option ROM
- Marvell 88SE6121
- SATA, IDE, & SDD issues

Thats glossing over the task so not to overload anyones brain too much, understanding all the details can be quite daunting.

What To Expect:

By addressing the above issues you can expect:

- Better FSB clocking
- Better memory compatibility
- Possibly better memory OCing
- Possibly better CPU OCing (overall frequency)
- Better HDD Read / Write results
- Resolved RAID problems
- Lots of SSD issues resolved
- Faster boot times
- Probably all-round better system performance

When the BIOS is complete, regardless of the board, you can consider it to be the most pimped out BIOS the board will ever have. Each Project will also be based on the latest available BIOS. As far as my skills go, I can only attempt mods for BIOSes that are AMI.

DISCLAIMER! ALL MODIFIED BIOSES WILL BE MADE TO THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE STANDARD BUT I DO NOT HAVE THE MEANS TO TEST THEM. YOU TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY IN YOUR CHOICE TO USE THE MODIFIED BIOSES.

Great idea man!

A good idea yea, but takes lots of work hunting down O-ROMs :p: I spent the last 12hrs hunting down some and found all of.... 8. Thats right, less than 1 a hour.

Great, I have a prime candidate for you :up:

Asus Z8NA-D6 - it is a dual socket Xeon MB with Intel 5500 chipset, it is ATX and does not cost as much as other "server/workstation" class MB's. Only problem is Asus does not provide any OC ability as it is classed as a server board......... now that is not very XS :help:

good you moddin mfII it needs it cause board not too good

you gonna ask for another motherboard donated to you like the biostar p45:shakes:

I never asked for the Biostar, and if people hadn't been such knobs and being seriously negative and not providing any helpful info, the mBIOS for that board would of got finished. Nevermind what people were asking me to try and do required actually having the board, folk wanted me to attempt some extremely complex mods that tied into hardware directly. Anyway, keep to the topic. I have no hesitation in reporting anyone for disobeying the thread rules.

A Space to note Projects to be undertaken.


Asus Z8NA-D6

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Originally Posted by Russ_64

Great, I have a prime candidate for you :up:

Asus Z8NA-D6 - it is a dual socket Xeon MB with Intel 5500 chipset, it is ATX and does not cost as much as other "server/workstation" class MB's. Only problem is Asus does not provide any OC ability as it is classed as a server board......... now that is not very XS :help:

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Does that board use a AMI or AWARD BIOS? If its AWARD I don't have the sufficient knowledge or tools. I might be able to unhide some hidden options though if it has any.

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Originally Posted by zsamz_

good you moddin mfII it needs it cause board not too good

you gonna ask for another motherboard donated to you like the biostar p45:shakes:

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MFII sucked bad buy it and sold it :down:
GIGA FTW !

Well here we go. First BIOS mod for the Maximus 2 Formula. I've been running it for a few days without issue, anyone who tries it feedback is welcome. I'm feeling lazy so heres the readme.

!!This BIOS is for the Maximus 2 Formula ONLY!!

BIOS Info:
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- Based on official Asus 2202 BIOS -
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Changelog:

- M2F P6 CPU table replaced with Rampage Formula 1001 P6 table
- M2F memory table replaced with Rampage Formula 1001 memory table
- Intel SATA RAID ROM updated to 9.6.0.1014
- Marvell 88SE6121 Option ROM updated to 1.1.0.L73

Potential bugfixes / improvements:

- Better FSB clocking
- Better CPU clocking
- Better RAM clocking
- More stable voltages
- Faster booting from HDD / SSD
- Improved HDD / SSD Reads & Writes
- Improved SSD / HDD compatibility
- Generally all-round better system performance

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- Important notes -
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This is a first release super BIOS for the Maximus 2 Formula. As I learn to identify more areas of
the BIOS, if a update is available, those areas will be updated too bringing possibly further
enhancements.

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- How to flash BIOS -
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Due to the nature of the changes with this BIOS I do NOT recommend updating through EZ flash or
Asus Windows update either. Pure DOS ONLY.

1. Install the supplied "USB Boot" package and double click the desktop icon once installed
2. Insert a USB storage device and click "start"
3. Once the Process is complete copy "M2F2202M" and "AFUDOS" to the USB device
4. Restart
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You may need to enter your BIOS setup and change boot device configuration so your system can boot
from the USB device.
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5. At the DOS prompt type; AFUDOS.EXE /iM2F2202M.ROM /PBNC /N

Press Enter and wait for a message prompting restart

6. DONE!
----note----
Upon restart your system may not POST. Remove power cord and CMOS battery, set jumper to "clear" and
leave for a few minutes.

Power up. Thats it.
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DL Linky

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|Maximus 2 Formula 2302 mBIOS|
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Readme;

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!!This BIOS is for the Maximus 2 Formula ONLY!!

BIOS Info:
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- Based on official Asus 2302 BIOS -
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Changelog:

- M2F memory table replaced with Rampage Formula 1001 memory table
- Intel SATA RAID ROM updated to 9.6.0.1014
- Marvell 88SE6121 Option ROM updated to 1.1.0.L73

Potential bugfixes / improvements:

- Better FSB clocking
- Better CPU clocking
- Better RAM clocking
- More stable voltages
- Faster booting from HDD / SSD
- Improved HDD / SSD Reads & Writes
- Improved SSD / HDD compatibility
- Generally all-round better system performance

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- Important notes -
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This is a first release super BIOS for the Maximus 2 Formula. As I learn to identify more areas of
the BIOS, if a update is available, those areas will be updated too bringing possibly further
enhancements.

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- How to flash BIOS -
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Due to the nature of the changes with this BIOS I do NOT recommend updating through EZ flash or
Asus Windows update either. Pure DOS ONLY.

1. Install the supplied "USB Boot" package and double click the desktop icon once installed
2. Insert a USB storage device and click "start"
3. Once the Process is complete copy "M2F2202M" and "AFUDOS" to the USB device
4. Restart
----note----
You may need to enter your BIOS setup and change boot device configuration so your system can boot
from the USB device.
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5. At the DOS prompt type; AFUDOS.EXE /iM2F2202M.ROM /PBNC /N

Press Enter and wait for a message prompting restart

6. DONE!
----note----
Upon restart your system may not POST. Remove power cord and CMOS battery, set jumper to "clear" and
leave for a few minutes.

Power up. Thats it.
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DL Link

Thank you very much ket!! I've a maximus II formula and I've been using your modded bios for a few days and I have found 0 issues!!

Also, if you need someone to test your next bios just tell me and I'll be very glad to help you!

Have a nice day!

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Originally Posted by Ket

Does that board use a AMI or AWARD BIOS? If its AWARD I don't have the sufficient knowledge or tools. I might be able to unhide some hidden options though if it has any.

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Every Dual LGA1366 server/workstation is locked by HW. Only SR-2 can pass the 136BCLK limit because it's designed to.

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Originally Posted by Ket

Does that board use a AMI or AWARD BIOS? If its AWARD I don't have the sufficient knowledge or tools. I might be able to unhide some hidden options though if it has any.

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I think it may be AWARD - it uses AFUDOS to flash? *** Checked in Everest and it says AMI ****

At this point all I would like is to have a few basic options unhidden such as BCLCK, vCPU1, vCPU2, VTT etc.

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Originally Posted by s0lid

Every Dual LGA1366 server/workstation is locked by HW. Only SR-2 can pass the 136BCLK limit because it's designed to.

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Now that makes sense, as when I tried SetFSB I could only run at 136. After that it was hard lockup. Thanks.

Is there anything you can do for the sucky RAID performance on the AMD chipsets or is that a hardware/driver issue?

Ket, there's a new bios available (2302) in asus website. Are you planning to mod it too? If I can help you, just ask me to, ok?

Thank you. Have a nice day!

Checking the changes to 2302 Asus only added support for one CPU, nothing else. I can mod it if people want thought.

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Originally Posted by Oj101

Is there anything you can do for the sucky RAID performance on the AMD chipsets or is that a hardware/driver issue?

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Its possible performance issues are down to the RAID ROM used, but as I said earlier I can only really do anything useful with AMI BIOS files.

Whatever you want ket. I believe it's always better to have the last bios version available installed. But It's your choice man. I'm really happy with your last one.

As I said before, if you need any help just tell me.

Have a nice day!

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Originally Posted by Ket

Its possible performance issues are down to the RAID ROM used, but as I said earlier I can only really do anything useful with AMI BIOS files.

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Well, a lot of Asus boards (like the M4A79 Deluxe) uses AMI BIOS :)
Ooops, that's my board :D

AMD do things differently to intel when it comes to storage. With AMD everything is inhouse so updating any storage modules are hard to do. Intel on the other hand, tend to use Marvell controllers so theres lots of RAID ROMs floating around if you know where to look.

bingo13 sad that there is a newer RAID Option ROM under validation, so we got hope :)

New M2F mBIOS, check post #10.

I'd like to help you hunt down some O-Roms. But how can I find / identify the latest PCI Option Roms? I mean: How do I know, what version the O-Rom has? Intel for example has release notes, but ASUS?

I'll check that soon ...but it's a 24/7 system for long time now :( ...maybe could I lower the voltages on the E5200 ? :D

Thank you Ket ;)

PS: note that the first DL link is dead in post #10

You can try asking around on the my digital life forums but you may not get much help. You basically just have to sniff around posts there and eventually you will find O-ROMs of all sorts.

Yeah, I've done this already... lol
I guess they just find out accidentally, when a BIOS contains a new O-ROM and extract it then.

Other question: I modified the P5Q-BIOS for practice with Rampage Formula 1001 P6 table and memory table, Intel SATA RAID ROM 9.6.0.1014, Marvell 88SE6121 Option ROM 1.1.0.L73 (like your modified BIOS for P5Q), but the BIOS I created is not exactly the same as yours. I made the same modification a few times and every time there is a slight difference between the BIOS-files, so I think everything is okay , but would you have a look at my BIOS?

Here it is: http://rapidshare.com/files/413918119/for_Ket.7z

Anybody know if it's possible to mod a gigabyte p55a ud3 bios?

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Originally Posted by Dionysos

Yeah, I've done this already... lol
I guess they just find out accidentally, when a BIOS contains a new O-ROM and extract it then.

Other question: I modified the P5Q-BIOS for practice with Rampage Formula 1001 P6 table and memory table, Intel SATA RAID ROM 9.6.0.1014, Marvell 88SE6121 Option ROM 1.1.0.L73 (like your modified BIOS for P5Q), but the BIOS I created is not exactly the same as yours. I made the same modification a few times and every time there is a slight difference between the BIOS-files, so I think everything is okay , but would you have a look at my BIOS?

Here it is: http://rapidshare.com/files/413918119/for_Ket.7z

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I can't see anything wrong, you should be ok.

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Originally Posted by DFI pit bull

Anybody know if it's possible to mod a gigabyte p55a ud3 bios?

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Any BIOS can be modded. Just need the right tools and knowledge ;)

Thank you, mr. BIOS! Your P5Q mBIOS thread aroused my interest in BIOS modding. :up:

If I ever find new O-ROMs or tools, I will post them here.

:up: Much appreciated! Anybody know which module ID in AMI BIOSes built for AMD platforms is for supported memory? Can't find any info anywhere.

I've got a Asrock 890FX Deluxe3 BIOS I been working on. At this time its as tweaked as I can make it. The main strength in this BIOS is to provide much better CPU support and increase FSB and CPU-NB clocking.

Default BIOS: Max bootable FSB 290, max bootable NB frequency 2970.
Tweaked BIOS: Max bootable FSB 302+, max bootable NB frequency 3060+

Of course I can't guarantee everybody will benefit from this BIOS but for me its working well so far. When I can figure out how I'll also be looking to greatly enhance the Deluxe3s memory compatibility. So, whos interested in trying this BIOS?

So, dude, are you done with tweaking maximus 2 formula Bios?? I know that it's not your main rig right now, but if you need a beta tester of the M2F bios, you can count on me ok?

Have a nice day ket!!

There won't be any further tweaks for the M2F. Its as good as its going to be.

I have a request! :)

I have a Foxconn nt-330i that gives no option to disable/enable hyperthreading or to change Sata Mode Operation from IDE to AHCI, and vice versa. These are really the only two changes I need to successfully complete me hackintosh build :D, though any additional options such as overclocking or adjustment of fan speeds would of course be welcome. The current bios basically allows you to change almost nothing. If you need me to upload the bios, let me know. Thanks!

http://www.foxconnchannel.com/produc...30i/index.html

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16856119016

I've never dealt with a netbox BIOS before, I'd assume its not too different. I can only effectively do some mods for AMI BIOSes, nothing else as I either don't have all the tools or in the case of Award BIOSes no experience beyond unhiding options.

Hi, can you tell me what program you use to modify bios?

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Originally Posted by Ket

I've never dealt with a netbox BIOS before, I'd assume its not too different. I can only effectively do some mods for AMI BIOSes, nothing else as I either don't have all the tools or in the case of Award BIOSes no experience beyond unhiding options.

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This is an AMI bios I believe. It uses Afudos to flash. Can you take a look or do you think it isn't worth the risk since it is a netbox?

Being a netbox, I highly doubt theres anything hidden and normally I wouldn't take the risk. However if you want me to have a look give me a link and I will.

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Originally Posted by carpo93

Hi, can you tell me what program you use to modify bios?

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AMI BCP, MMTOOL, and occasionally IDA Pro.

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Originally Posted by Ket

Being a netbox, I highly doubt theres anything hidden and normally I wouldn't take the risk. However if you want me to have a look give me a link and I will.

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I appreciate it. Here is the bios download link:

http://www.foxconnchannel.com/driver...20943F1P06.zip

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Originally Posted by Ket

DL Link

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Is there such a thing for the ASUS Maximus Formula? But I mean no Umflashen on Rampage. But just as there as a base the last official bios for the ASUS Maximus Formula with other chip tables, other Intel RAID BIOS and other firmware JMB38x. Is there such a thing?

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Originally Posted by Ket

BIOS Info:
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- Based on official Asus 2202 BIOS -
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DL Linky

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http://www.abload.de/img/19mo8.png
WTF?:(

I have a MSI 870A Fuzion and it "feels" like the BIOS is really holding me back both when it comes to CPU and memory clocking, it's also pretty unstable in general when clocking and can be hell to boot (just like my MSI 790FX GD-70 before the BIOS matured).

MSI seems to have dropped to bomb on my motherboard since a newer version of it is out, care take a look? It's AMI BIOS.

http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=do...1&prod_no=2105

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Originally Posted by Ket

AMI BCP, MMTOOL, and occasionally IDA Pro.

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Thanks:up:

Any chance you could take a look at the Biostar TA890GXB HD BIOS? It's an AMI BIOS and is fairly limited as to the options included. I'm using it as a low power server w/ a 45W CPU and would ideally like to undervolt the CPU. The BIOS only provides options to increase the voltage. I'd also like the option to turn on IOMMU if possible. You can download the BIOS here:
http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/mb/bios.php?S_ID=478

Thanks!!

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Originally Posted by kmccann1

Any chance you could take a look at the Biostar TA890GXB HD BIOS? It's an AMI BIOS and is fairly limited as to the options included. I'm using it as a low power server w/ a 45W CPU and would ideally like to undervolt the CPU. The BIOS only provides options to increase the voltage. I'd also like the option to turn on IOMMU if possible. You can download the BIOS here:
http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/mb/bios.php?S_ID=478

Thanks!!

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Sorry, but as far as I know IOMMU is only available with the 890FX-chipset..

Can anybody upload the last mBIOS (2302) please?

I'd would appreciate it a lot!

Thank you very much and have a nice day!

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Originally Posted by culefinslamort

Can anybody upload the last mBIOS (2302) please?

I'd would appreciate it a lot!

Thank you very much and have a nice day!

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Me too please :)

Hello guys, if you have a copy of the bios on the disk and you can put me anywhere I would be very grateful

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Originally Posted by Lord Wotan

But I mean no Umflashen

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:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

:ROTF::ROTF::ROTF:

:clap::clap::clap:

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Originally Posted by BailA

Hello guys, if you have a copy of the bios on the disk and you can put me anywhere I would be very grateful

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Up :)

Here we go: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=VZLA0QQJ

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Originally Posted by eSp!s0

Here we go: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=VZLA0QQJ

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Thank you very much

Download link Maximus 2 Formula 2302 mBIOS ??

Hi Ket, i have older laptop from year 2008 called Asus X51L, bios version is 206 that cannot be found on interet, only 204 and 205
http://support.asus.com.cn/Download....X51L&p=3&os=17
I just "upgrade" cpu is T2410, existing microcode is fine, but if you may find newer then i got in my bios you can replace with newest one :)

I have v206 you can download mine bios that i dl from MY laptop, via my ftp.
http://freeweb.siol.net/nikolas3/Nikolz/X51L.zip

Im using OC tool called setfsb 2.2.134.98 wich works ok on win7
I got selected clock generator: ICS9LPR363DGLF
And i set my fsb from 133mhz up to 166mhz, while my ddram timings are too tight for 333.6

Default fsb freq is 133mhz * 15=2000mhz <-cpuspeed and DDram 333.6mhz
Fsb:dram ratio is 1:2
What i want in my bios is to select fsb frequency for my cpu, and ddr timings.


Thanks

You can use SPDTool to accomplish most of what you want to. I might occasionally release a modded BIOS for some "golden oldies" such as the P5Q Pro / Deluxe or Maximus 2 Formula but by and large I don't mod BIOSes anymore because they have been replaced by the UEFI, which there really isn't very many good ways to mod yet.

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Originally Posted by THL

Download link Maximus 2 Formula 2302 mBIOS ??

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Know I'm a couple years' late but any chance of getting this (or a newer) modded bios for this motherboard? The link early up the thread doesn't work.
tia!

I might make another M2F mBIOS as I keep getting requests for them.

Can anybody upload the last mBIOS (2302) please?

all links not working ,

ps. fund working link :D

hey yobi where did you find it?plz

or maybe ket would be so nice and upload again?

thanks in advance.

Another in search of Ket's bios for the Rampage Extreme!

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Originally Posted by funsoul

Another in search of Ket's bios for the Rampage Extreme!

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Count me in for the Rampage II Extreme. Thanks.

Just checking up again...Ket (or anyone else) willing to share the modded bios for the Rampage Extreme (x48)? I can't find a working link anywhere :(

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Originally Posted by Ket

Well here we go. First BIOS mod for the Maximus 2 Formula. I've been running it for a few days without issue, anyone who tries it feedback is welcome. I'm feeling lazy so heres the readme.

!!This BIOS is for the Maximus 2 Formula ONLY!!

BIOS Info:
------------------------------------
- Based on official Asus 2202 BIOS -
------------------------------------

Changelog:

- M2F P6 CPU table replaced with Rampage Formula 1001 P6 table
- M2F memory table replaced with Rampage Formula 1001 memory table
- Intel SATA RAID ROM updated to 9.6.0.1014
- Marvell 88SE6121 Option ROM updated to 1.1.0.L73

Potential bugfixes / improvements:

- Better FSB clocking
- Better CPU clocking
- Better RAM clocking
- More stable voltages
- Faster booting from HDD / SSD
- Improved HDD / SSD Reads & Writes
- Improved SSD / HDD compatibility
- Generally all-round better system performance

-------------------------------------
- Important notes -
-------------------------------------

This is a first release super BIOS for the Maximus 2 Formula. As I learn to identify more areas of
the BIOS, if a update is available, those areas will be updated too bringing possibly further
enhancements.

-------------------------------------
- How to flash BIOS -
-------------------------------------

Due to the nature of the changes with this BIOS I do NOT recommend updating through EZ flash or
Asus Windows update either. Pure DOS ONLY.

1. Install the supplied "USB Boot" package and double click the desktop icon once installed
2. Insert a USB storage device and click "start"
3. Once the Process is complete copy "M2F2202M" and "AFUDOS" to the USB device
4. Restart
----note----
You may need to enter your BIOS setup and change boot device configuration so your system can boot
from the USB device.
------------
5. At the DOS prompt type; AFUDOS.EXE /iM2F2202M.ROM /PBNC /N

Press Enter and wait for a message prompting restart

6. DONE!
----note----
Upon restart your system may not POST. Remove power cord and CMOS battery, set jumper to "clear" and
leave for a few minutes.

Power up. Thats it.
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DL Linky

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|Maximus 2 Formula 2302 mBIOS|
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Readme;



DL Link

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Hello "Ket", I have following you since 2012, when I found your modified bios for the ASUS P5Q series motherboards. For a long time I've used your wonderful changes that made my life much easier, rst intel, memory oc profiles, much better OCing.

But I had to replace my asus p5q pro, due to a power surge.

After much searching, I found an ASUS MAXIMUS FORMULA 2, but the official bios of this board are not as good as what you have done for P5Q series.

My question is, could you update the latest bios released for this board with your wonderful improvements? or reupload your latest update to "mega", because the link takes down Megaupload years.

It is a very old plate from which there is no longer any support. But I'm desperate, because official bios maximus Formula 2 is much lower than the versions that you have provided us.

Thank you very much for everything, especially all the support you've given us over the years.