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Apple MacBook Pro A1278 BIOS

BIOS Added: Jan 25, 2021 RAR · 3.8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandApple
ModelMacBook Pro A1278
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size3.8 MB
AddedJanuary 25, 2021
Updated
Original file nameapple_macbook_pro_a1278.rar

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Description

BIOS dump for the Apple MacBook Pro A1278 laptop, supplied as a RAR archive of about 3.8 MB under the original file name apple_macbook_pro_a1278.rar. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after firmware corruption or a failed update. The facts for this file do not list a board number, revision, chip size or any cleaning, so confirm that the dump matches your exact logic board and its flash chip before writing anything.

The catalog also lists 4 BIOS dumps for the Apple MacBook Pro A1278.

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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 MacBook Pro A1278. 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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