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Using Modbin6(AWARD Only)

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Modbin6 should be run in the "Command Prompt" of Win2000 or XP. It probably will work in Vista also. The subject BIOS and Modbin6 should be in a directory by themselves when using Modbin6. Depending on the other files names and extensions that might be in your working directory, the apparent corruption can occur, so don't include any other file not necessary.

If the un-zipped BIOS file does not have a ".bin" extension, at the command prompt, type and enter: Modbin6 xxxxx.yyy where xxxxx.yyy represents the actual BIOS file name and extension. Or simply edit the file name to end in ".bin" as all BIOS files are binary files. Create a separate directory and place the BIOS .bin files and Modbin6 in it and nothing else. I use a single letter for the directory so then when in the Command Prompt, I have to do a minimum of typing.

The latest available Modbin6 that works for the latest AWARD BIOS, is Linked here:
Modbin6 Version 2.01.02

One of the most useful things Modbin6 can do, is to change default BIOS Item settings, or unhide "hidden" settings. "Hidden" settings are "grayed" out. When selected, various settings become available after pressing "enter"...

Here we're going to change Trp from 2T to 4T. 2T is too tight for a default and at 4T, it will match Trcd which is already 4T.



Upon pressing "enter", a window opens and when selected, the setting can be changed using the +/- keys.


If when selected, "enter" is pressed, the available settings are displayed. Also the nomenclature for the setting could be changed if desired at this point.



Here we have changed both the BIOS default and Setup default Trp to be 4T as a default. All that is left to do is save the changes. Note that a new file name is required, else the mod BIOS may not be saved.

Here we're going to "unhide" the 183 Divider from a MSI Neo4 Platinum BIOS..

Upon pressing "enter" after selecting the "Max Memlock" Item, a window opens and displays the BIOS default of 200.



Upon pressing "enter", the available settings are displayed. Note that the 183 setting is "Non-Selectable".



Here we have changed the 183 Divider setting to "Selectable" by using the down arrow, and pressing the + key when the status was selected. Note that both the "BIOS default" and the "Setup default" must be changed. Sometimes changing one, changes the other. Remember to save the BIOS file as a new name, or it may not be changed. It's a good idea to save the file from the "Setup Screen Structure Tree" by pressing "Alt+f", and then selecting "save" or "save as".


Note that some BIOS's don't allow changing the "select ability" from Modbin6. See this topic for other methods.

Remember you are using these programs entirely at your own risk. The information presented may not work for you. If you are not comfortable modifying BIOS's and flashing them, do not attempt to modify them.