BIOS/UEFI and Software
Biostar BIOS/UEFI is already well-known, and it hasn’t changed much since our previous reviews, so I don’t have to explain much. The new motherboard series has refreshed graphics, but it generally reminds the last generation. The BIOS/UEFI itself is easy to manage. Everything is clear, and some options have an additional description.
The motherboard has easy and advanced modes, so if you don’t feel comfortable with various motherboard settings, just stay on the main, easy page. Those who want to play with additional settings can also notice there are OC and stable profiles. The stable profile will limit voltages to their maximum recommended values.
Let’s take a look at BIOS/UEFI windows and available options.
Main – Advanced Mode
Advanced
Chipset
Boot
Security
Boot
Save & Exit
In the BIOS/UEFI, we can find everything required for monitoring and overclocking. It also includes all the fan profiles. There are additional tabs with more advanced settings that enthusiasts and overclockers can use for additional performance gain. All other users can configure additional devices or functionality like RAID modes. There is simply everything you may need, even too much for most users.
The motherboard arrived with the initial BIOS version, so we updated it to the latest one, AGESA 1.2.0.2. We haven’t noticed any problems with the BIOS. Everything was functional and stable.
The motherboard supports BIOS Flashback, so in case of any issues, we can update the BIOS without the CPU or flashing software.
Software
Biostar delivers similar software with all its motherboard series, as seen in the previously reviewed AMD and Intel motherboards. Everything is well-known and helps adjust RGB illumination and overclock PC components. There is also hardware monitoring and fan tuning.
There were no problems with RAM or other RGB synchronization, except for the Colorful RTX4080 graphics card. However, it’s a less popular brand that uses its standard, so it requires manufacturer software.
The software gives us various options and control over all RGB connectors and integrated motherboard illumination.
Keeping the software and drivers up to date is recommended, as it often solves issues with new devices.
Now it’s time for some tests, so we move to the next page.
