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Apple A1181 820-2279 BIOS

BIOS 820-2279 Added: Apr 10, 2022 RAR · 1.2 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandApple
ModelA1181
Board number820-2279
Board maker (ODM)Apple
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size1.2 MB
AddedApril 10, 2022
Updated
Original file nameApple A1181 K36 - 820-2279-A - SST25VF016B - BIOS.rar

Where to get the file

Opens the matching file on RM Schematics, or its source details if it is not catalogued there yet.

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Description

BIOS dump for the Apple A1181 laptop, board number 820-2279 (file name lists revision-style suffix "-A" and chip SST25VF016B). The archive is a RAR of about 1.2 MB, named "Apple A1181 K36 - 820-2279-A - SST25VF016B - BIOS.rar". A technician uses a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Confirm that the board number and revision on your logic board match the file name before flashing, and read and save the original chip contents first so you can restore them if needed.

The catalog also lists 1 schematic and 1 boardview file for board 820-2279.

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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: Apple A1181 820-2279. 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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