System not identifying processor.

Tonysch · 29th Apr 2009, 04:36 AM

This is a computer scrapped together from parts. The processor came off a different MoBo, but seems to work. Written on the processor is AXDA2800DKV4D, which if im reading the model number correctly, should perform at around 2ghz. The system says "Unknown CPU" and reports it at 1.6ghz. I am guessing that this is an issue with an outdated BIOS. Can someone tell me if my assumptions are correct, and can this be fixed. I have spent time looking for an updated BIOS, I am however not sure on which to use, and with what flash software.

CPU: AMD Athlon XP-1665 (Barton, A2) @ 1665 MHz (12.50x133.2)
Motherboard: FIC AM37
Chipset: VIA VT8375 P/KM266 + VT8233CF/VT8235
Memory: 1024 MBytes @ 106 MHz, 2.0-2-2-?
- 512 MB PC3200 DDR-SDRAM - Hynix (Hyundai) HYMD264 646B8J-D43
- 512 MB PC3200 DDR-SDRAM - Hynix (Hyundai) HYMD264 646B8J-D43
Graphics: Trident Blade 3D Video Accelerator
Trident Blade 3D, 128 MB
Graphics: nVIDIA GeForce FX 5500
nVIDIA GeForce FX 5500 (NV34), 128 MB DDR SDRAM
OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Build 2600

BIOS
Manufacturer: Phoenix - AwardBIOS v6.00PG
BIOS Date: 12/09/02
BIOS Version: 6.00 PG

Adrian Wong · 30th Apr 2009, 11:15 PM

It's definitely not being identified because the BIOS doesn't recognize it. You will need to update the BIOS.

Just go to ~Welcome to First International Computer, Inc.~ and download the latest BIOS for the AM37 motherboard. You should be able to find the latest BIOS flash utility there as well.

If you need a guide on updating the motherboard BIOS, take a look at Tech ARP - Motherboard BIOS Flashing Guide

zy · 1st May 2009, 12:07 PM

you need a bios update.
i've check the FIC website, you wont find it there, you will have to FTP their site.

here's the direct link : ftp://ftp.fic.com.tw/motherboard/bios/socketa/am37/

apparently you will need VLB43 & above to support athlon 2700+ & 2800+

Tonysch · 9th May 2009, 02:45 AM

I appreciate your time. I could not find it on the site itself, and your link to the FTP server made things much easier. Before your reply's I found one elsewhere, but apparently not the most current bios, as I still have the same problem. Will be trying the newest one tonight. Thanks a lot.

29th Apr 2009, 04:36 AM	#1 (permalink)
Tonysch Newbie Join Date: 29 Apr 2009 Posts: 2 Reputation: 0 Rep Power: 0	System not identifying processor. This is a computer scrapped together from parts. The processor came off a different MoBo, but seems to work. Written on the processor is AXDA2800DKV4D, which if im reading the model number correctly, should perform at around 2ghz. The system says "Unknown CPU" and reports it at 1.6ghz. I am guessing that this is an issue with an outdated BIOS. Can someone tell me if my assumptions are correct, and can this be fixed. I have spent time looking for an updated BIOS, I am however not sure on which to use, and with what flash software. CPU: AMD Athlon XP-1665 (Barton, A2) @ 1665 MHz (12.50x133.2) Motherboard: FIC AM37 Chipset: VIA VT8375 P/KM266 + VT8233CF/VT8235 Memory: 1024 MBytes @ 106 MHz, 2.0-2-2-? - 512 MB PC3200 DDR-SDRAM - Hynix (Hyundai) HYMD264 646B8J-D43 - 512 MB PC3200 DDR-SDRAM - Hynix (Hyundai) HYMD264 646B8J-D43 Graphics: Trident Blade 3D Video Accelerator Trident Blade 3D, 128 MB Graphics: nVIDIA GeForce FX 5500 nVIDIA GeForce FX 5500 (NV34), 128 MB DDR SDRAM OS: Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Build 2600 BIOS Manufacturer: Phoenix - AwardBIOS v6.00PG BIOS Date: 12/09/02 BIOS Version: 6.00 PG

30th Apr 2009, 11:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
Adrian Wong Da Boss Join Date: 10 Oct 2002 Location: In front of my ASUS F8V notebook! Posts: 32,299 Reputation: 3574 Rep Power: 75	It's definitely not being identified because the BIOS doesn't recognize it. You will need to update the BIOS. Just go to ~Welcome to First International Computer, Inc.~ and download the latest BIOS for the AM37 motherboard. You should be able to find the latest BIOS flash utility there as well. If you need a guide on updating the motherboard BIOS, take a look at Tech ARP - Motherboard BIOS Flashing Guide __________________ Dr. Adrian Wong Tech ARP \| Blog @ Tech ARP \| The Free Trade Zone DYKT : The only offshore account I have is at the sand bank? We need PROGRAMMERS and TECHNICAL WRITERS! Contact us if you are a hot shot programmer or technical writer! My items for sale : 50x SD Card \| Memory Stick PRO \| Cyclone Energy Saver \| Seiko SS watch \| Tiger/Carlsberg beer jugs \| Travel Speakers \| Motorola V600 \| Nokia N90 SOLD! \| New Lowepro Mini Trekker AW Other items for sale @ the FTZ : Zalman CNPS9500 LED @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7700 Cu @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7000 Cu @ $20 \| Swarovski bracelet watches \| Dell 17" LCD \| Hi-Fi speakers \| English DIVX movies \| HP LaserJet toners! \| Office chairs

1st May 2009, 12:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
zy Dead Join Date: 16 Dec 2002 Location: Buffalo NY / Penang MY Posts: 13,336 Reputation: 2158 Rep Power: 41	you need a bios update. i've check the FIC website, you wont find it there, you will have to FTP their site. here's the direct link : ftp://ftp.fic.com.tw/motherboard/bios/socketa/am37/ apparently you will need VLB43 & above to support athlon 2700+ & 2800+ __________________

9th May 2009, 02:45 AM	#4 (permalink)
Tonysch Newbie Join Date: 29 Apr 2009 Posts: 2 Reputation: 0 Rep Power: 0	Thank you both. I appreciate your time. I could not find it on the site itself, and your link to the FTP server made things much easier. Before your reply's I found one elsewhere, but apparently not the most current bios, as I still have the same problem. Will be trying the newest one tonight. Thanks a lot.

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