Motherboard chipset updating


  1. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #1

    Motherboard chipset updating


    Hello all,

    I've been floating around seven forums for awhile as a guest because i could get most of the info i wanted by not having to ask. It's come to a point now where i would like a second opinion(s) on updating my Motherboard chipset, so i'm here to ask for help :)

    Basically ive installed a new/old (depends on how you look at it) and have not installed any drivers for the chipset from ASUS.

    My Motherboard is this ASUSTeK Computer Inc. -Support- Drivers and Download M4A77TD

    and the drivers are kind of out of date on the ASUS site but i did find AMD do chipset drivers too AMD Chipset Drivers

    now i'm unsure or at least i need a second opinion(s) on this but would it be ok to install the AMD version as they seem up to date or should i stick to the ASUS site?

    cheers in advance
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  2. Posts : 6,292
    Windows 7 64 Bit Home Premium SP1
       #2

    I would stick with the drivers offered by Asus.

    The reason is that, especially with a company like Asus or Gigabyte- that manufactures high end performance grade boards - that the manufacturer can customize the motherboard, adding or removing components and features, and may customize the chipset driver too.
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  3. Posts : 4
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
    Thread Starter
       #3

    cheers for the reply.
    yeah, i thought the same but wanted to make sure :)
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  4. Posts : 5,795
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #4

    For Intel chipsets, I always go right to Intel for the latest ones. I find the motherboard sites often don't post updates. Check if the same is true on the AMD side, but getting them right from the board maker isn't ever a bad idea.
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