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MSI BIOS Update Allows to Disable CEP Function for Intel 14th Gen Processors

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Unlocking high performance while maintaining low temperatures is the ultimate goal for gamers. MSI now introduces BIOS updates for Intel 700 and 600 series motherboards, supporting the ability to disable the CEP (Current Excursion Protection) function. This adjustment allows processors to operate at lower voltages and temperatures without compromising performance.

CEP, or Current Excursion Protection, is a function designed to prevent system instability caused by insufficient CPU voltage. However, the impact varies depending on the platform and combinations used, sometimes leading to a performance drop. Enthusiast gamers may choose to disable the CEP function to maximize performance. For more details on CEP functionality, please check our introduction article.



Intel 700 & 600 Series Motherboard - BIOS Rolling Out
The supported processors include the 14th gen K, 14th gen non-K, 13th gen K, and 12th gen K series CPUs. Currently, 14th gen K series CPUs does support disabling CEP, while the rest of the processors require updating to the latest BIOS for disabling CEP support. Below is the CPU and chipset support matrix.

MSI has released BIOS updates for most of the Z790 and some B760 motherboards to support disabling CEP. Gamers seeking to benefit from this enhancement can find the dedicated BIOS on the MSI website. Currently, MSI is diligently working on releasing more BIOS updates for the next batch, including B760 and 600 series motherboards, scheduled for release in late March.

MSI will continue to update the latest news for our users. Please follow MSI's official channels and check the product pages for BIOS updates.

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Eagerly awaiting to try this out on my 13900KS and hopefully gain a few °C's, hopefully the BIOS for the MEG Z690 ACE comes out soon.
 
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Won't be long before an Intel CPU pulls 1KW!
 

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When I looked into this, I was able to disable CEP for my 13950HX (Intel HM770 chipset) without any recent BIOS update. Not enough time has passed to tell if it will help or explode my system.
 
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When I looked into this, I was able to disable CEP for my 13950HX (Intel HM770 chipset) without any recent BIOS update. Not enough time has passed to tell if it will help or explode my system.
Hi,
HX chip shouldn't of ever been blocked
H alone are the ones that are locked along with non K chips.
 
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