Question 1

Hi this motherboard that I bought from Newegg last year is compatible with i7-4000 series haswell CPU's?

Accepted Answer

This board is Socket 2011 which is compatible with Intel "E" (Enthusiast) Series CPU's. Intel has Sandy Bridge-E and Ivy Bridge-E CPU's currently available that work for this board.

Currently Haswell-E is not available and will not be compatible with this board when it does release as Haswell-E is rumored to have DDR4 support and a different Socket 2011 pin configuration.

That being said what is currently available on the Haswell platform is Socket 1150 which requires a different motherboard entirely. Look for Z87 motherboards if you are wanting a good board for i7-4000 series CPU's.

Question 2

How do I get a updated BIOS file for this ASUS Broad P9X79 PRO?

Accepted Answer

Hello James, Thank you for contacting us in regards to your question. The most recent updated Bios file would be available through the manufacturer website under the motherboards support page. Below will be a link to the page with the Bios updates for this model of motherboard. https://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/P9X79_DELUXE/HelpDesk_BIOS/ Hope this helps, Newegg Support

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