Do not lose the old motherboard 100/200 system can use eight generation i3 friends
In today's "News Tea Fan" segment, it was mentioned that Intel's 8th generation i3 processors can run smoothly on 100/200 series motherboards. This isn't just a rumor. After checking foreign forums and seeing how hardcore enthusiasts have managed to do this, I decided to give it a try myself. After a few hours of testing, it actually worked!
The key here is that the problem isn’t the motherboard itself not having enough power. It’s more about Intel deliberately limiting compatibility through various methods. However, by using the UEFI BIOS Updater (UBU), which you can download from [this link](https://pan.baidu.com/s/1tbRAvqgtYEUc4ZvcGO01cQ), you can modify your motherboard’s BIOS to support the 8th generation CPUs.
But there are some important caveats. First, the Intel Management Engine (ME) version in the BIOS update must be higher than 11.7. If it’s 11.8 or later, it might block the use of newer processors. Second, since the 8th generation CPUs have a more complex core configuration, they require better power delivery. So, older non-overclocked six-core or eight-core CPUs won’t work—this is still a work in progress for i5 and i7 models. As of now, only the i3-8100 has been confirmed to work, but who knows what the future holds.
Also, not all 100/200 series motherboards will successfully support this mod. If during the process you see an error message, it's best to stop and reconsider.
Now, let's move on to the actual steps. Changing the BIOS is risky, so make sure you're fully prepared and don't lose power during the process.
First, download the latest BIOS from your motherboard manufacturer's official site. Then, copy the data files (usually .bin files, not .exe) into the UBU folder (which I've already provided for you).
Right-click the UBU.bat file and run it as an administrator. Then type "7" to access the CPU MicroCode section. Next, choose option "1" for Skylake microcode updates. From the list, select "72" and proceed.
Once the update is done, press any key and then type "0" to exit. Now, your 100/200 series motherboard has a new BIOS with Coffee Lake microcode. All that's left is to flash the modified BIOS using your motherboard’s own flashing tool, install the 8th-gen processor, and you’re good to go.
One thing to note: this method has limitations. The 100/200 series boards can't directly use the integrated graphics data from Z370 BIOS. You’ll need additional tools like the Intel Binary Modification Program (BMP), vBIOS, and BSF packages to extract and modify the display settings. This adds some risk, so only bold users should attempt it.
Additionally, even after the mod, older 6th or 7th-gen processors may not be recognized due to the updated microcode.
So, if you want to keep using your old motherboard, consider adding a dedicated graphics card to take full advantage of the 8th-gen i3 (or i5). Alternatively, wait for new low-end motherboards with H370, B360, or H310 chipsets to come out. It all depends on your budget and how much you’re willing to experiment.
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