Apple MacBook Pro A1286 820-2850 BIOS
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Apple |
| Model | MacBook Pro A1286 |
| Board number | 820-2850 |
| Board maker (ODM) | Apple |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | ZIP |
| Size | 2 MB |
| Marks | clean ME |
| Added | March 31, 2021 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | MACBOOK PRO A1286 MLB 820-2850-A OK CLEAR ME.zip |
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Description
BIOS dump for the Apple MacBook Pro A1286, board number 820-2850, supplied as a ZIP archive of about 2 MB and marked as having the Intel ME region cleaned. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision on your logic board match the file, and back up the original chip contents so you can restore them if needed.
The catalog also lists 2 schematics, 2 boardview files, and 5 BIOS dumps for board 820-2850.
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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 A1286 820-2850. 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.