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Intel Z370 Chipset Motherboards Get 8-core CPU Compatibility BIOS Updates

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2018/07/17 22:54:22 (permalink)
https://www.funkykit.com/news/pc-computers/intel-z370-chipset-motherboards-get-8-core-cpu-compatibility-bios-updates/
 
A variety of motherboards based on Intel Z370 Express chipset began receiving the first BIOS updates that add compatibility with upcoming Intel 8-core processors. The updates are flagged "beta" by the manufacturers. Given that only Z370 (and not other 300-series chipset models) have such updates, it's possible that Intel could restrict the first socket LGA1151 8-core processor SKUs. The 06EC microcode, detailed in this slide-deck from Intel, hardens the machine against newer variants of the "Spectre" vulnerability. So in my opinion that is good security preventive maintenance from Intel. 
 
 


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    Re: Intel Z370 Chipset Motherboards Get 8-core CPU Compatibility BIOS Updates 2018/07/21 11:21:31 (permalink)
    I wonder if the chips make it to retail before the chipset is obsolete

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