Blocks was made in software in multiple places like CPU microcode, iGPU UEFI GOP, Management Engine Modules in BIOS.
Of course if power part of MB is weak it won't help with running 6 core CPUs.
It's very bad. Morons!
Moving to Computer category in preparation for Z170/Z270/Z370/Z390 boards guide.
BIOS modding tool and CPU instructions
https://www.win-raid.com/t3987f16-TOOL-Easy-automated-Mod-tool-for-Coffee-Lake-bios.html
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