Win10 Upgrade Procedure w/Ryzen 7 5700G upgrade

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Ryzen 7 5700G Upgrade & Validation Checklists
MSI B450M PRO-M2 Workstations

1. Hardware Upgrade Checklist

Target CPU: Ryzen 7 5700G
Motherboard: MSI B450M PRO-M2 (BIOS 2.J4)

A. Pre-Upgrade Preparation

  1. Collect system information
    • Confirm current BIOS version (2.J4).
    • Note memory configuration (size, speed, brand).
    • Identify current CPU cooler and PSU model/wattage.
    • Check whether a discrete GPU is installed.
  2. Download required files
    • Latest AMD Chipset Driver for B450 platform.
    • Latest AMD Graphics Driver for Ryzen 5000G (Vega iGPU).
    • MSI B450M PRO-M2 motherboard manual (optional, for reference).
  3. Prepare physical tools & materials
    • Ryzen 7 5700G CPU.
    • Thermal paste (e.g., Arctic MX series).
    • Isopropyl alcohol wipes or cleaning pads.
    • Phillips #2 screwdriver.

B. Pre-Upgrade Safety Steps

  1. Shut down and prepare
    • Shut down Windows cleanly.
    • Turn off the power supply and unplug AC.
    • Press the power button once to discharge residual power.
    • Remove the side panel and expose the motherboard.
  2. ESD precautions
    • Work on a non-carpeted surface if possible.
    • Ground yourself on the metal chassis before touching components.
    • Avoid touching CPU pins or socket contacts.

C. CPU Removal & Installation

  1. Remove the old cooler
    • Disconnect the CPU fan header.
    • Loosen screws in a diagonal pattern.
    • Gently twist the cooler to break the thermal paste seal, then lift straight up.
  2. Remove the existing CPU
    • Lift the AM4 socket retention arm fully.
    • Lift the old CPU straight up from the socket (no sliding).
  3. Clean contact surfaces
    • If reusing the cooler, clean its base with isopropyl alcohol.
    • Ensure the top of the new CPU and cooler base are free of old paste and debris.
  4. Install the Ryzen 7 5700G
    • Align the gold triangle on the CPU with the triangle mark on the socket corner.
    • Lower the CPU straight into the socket with zero force.
    • Lower and lock the retention arm.
  5. Apply thermal paste
    • Apply a small pea-sized dot of paste in the center of the CPU heatspreader.
    • Do not spread manually; the cooler pressure will spread it.
  6. Reinstall the cooler
    • Place the cooler straight down on the CPU.
    • Tighten mounting screws in a diagonal pattern, a few turns at a time.
    • Reconnect the CPU fan to the CPU_FAN header.

D. BIOS First Boot

  1. Enter BIOS/UEFI
    • Power on, press DEL repeatedly to enter BIOS.
  2. Load optimized defaults
    • Load default/optimized settings (e.g., F6 on MSI boards).
    • Re-enable XMP/DOCP for memory if previously used.
    • Confirm CPU temperature is reasonable at idle in BIOS.
  3. Save and reboot
    • Save changes and exit (e.g., F10).
    • Allow the system to boot into Windows.

2. Post-Upgrade Validation Checklist

A. Windows Hardware Validation

  1. Confirm CPU recognitionIn PowerShell, run: 
    Get-CimInstance Win32_Processor | Select-Object Name,NumberOfCores,NumberOfLogicalProcessors

    Verify:

    • Name: AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
    • Cores/Threads: 8 cores / 16 threads
  2. Install AMD Chipset Driver
    • Install latest AMD chipset driver package for the B450 platform.
    • Reboot when prompted.
  3. Install AMD Graphics Driver (iGPU)
    • If using the integrated Vega graphics, install the current WHQL AMD driver.
    • Reboot after installation.

B. Thermal & Voltage Checks

  1. Check idle temperatures
    • Use HWInfo, HWMonitor, or similar.
    • Typical idle range: ~30–45 °C.
  2. Check load temperatures
    • Under light stress, typical load: ~50–65 °C with a decent cooler.
    • Ensure temperatures stay below ~85 °C under heavier short tests.
  3. Verify fan behavior
    • Confirm CPU fan ramps up under load and quiets down at idle.
    • Adjust fan curves if necessary in BIOS or vendor software.

C. Stability Tests

  1. Run short stress tests
    • Run Cinebench R23 (multi-core) for 5–10 minutes.
    • Optionally run a short OCCT or similar CPU test.
    • Watch for freezes, BSODs, or abnormal temperatures.

D. Windows 11 Readiness

  1. Check TPM statusIn PowerShell, run: 
    Get-TPM

    Confirm:

    • TPMPresent: True
    • TPMReady: True
  2. Run Windows 11 compatibility check
    • Use Microsoft PC Health Check or equivalent.
    • Verify CPU is supported and that Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 requirements are satisfied or satisfiable.
  3. Enable Secure Boot (post-validation, optional)
    • After confirming system stability, reboot into BIOS.
    • Enable Secure Boot and save changes.

E. Final Performance & Health Checks

  1. Check Device Manager
    • Ensure there are no unknown devices or warning icons.
  2. Run Windows Update
    • Install all important and recommended updates.
  3. User experience sanity check
    • Verify normal desktop responsiveness.
    • Confirm apps launch quickly and no visual glitches occur.