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Acer Extensa 5220 BIOS

BIOS Added: Sep 21, 2020 RAR · 0.5 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandAcer
ModelExtensa 5220
Board maker (ODM)Wistron
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size0.5 MB
AddedSeptember 21, 2020
Updated
Original file nameAcer Extensa 5220 5620 Wistron 48.4T301.01N.rar

Where to get the file

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Description

BIOS dump for the Acer Extensa 5220 laptop from the Wistron ODM, supplied as a RAR archive named Acer Extensa 5220 5620 Wistron 48.4T301.01N.rar. The archive is small, about 0.5 MB. A BIOS dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. The file name points to the 5220 and 5620 models, so check that your board matches the Extensa 5220 before flashing. Back up the original chip contents first, since a wrong image can leave the laptop unable to start.

For the Acer Extensa 5220 the catalog also has 2 schematics and 1 BIOS dump.

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How to open it

A BIOS dump is written to the SPI flash chip with a programmer such as the CH341A and a SOIC8 clip. Read and save the original chip contents twice before writing.

Guide: Flash a Laptop BIOS with a CH341A Programmer →

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Questions about this file

How do I flash this BIOS dump?

Write it to the SPI flash chip with a programmer such as the CH341A and a SOIC8 clip. Read and keep the original contents first, and check that the chip size matches the dump.

Will this BIOS work on my board?

Only if the board number and revision match: Acer Extensa 5220. Dumps from a different board or revision can leave the board dead.

What does “clean ME” mean?

The Intel ME region in the dump has been reset, so it can be used on another board of the same model. Keep your original dump and transfer serial numbers if needed.

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