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ASUS K42F BIOS

BIOS Added: Jun 2, 2018 ZIP · 1.4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandASUS
ModelK42F
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size1.4 MB
AddedJune 2, 2018
Updated
Original file nameASUS K42F 3.3.bin.zip

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 ASUS K42F laptop, delivered as a 1.4 MB ZIP archive containing the file ASUS K42F 3.3.bin. The name suggests BIOS version 3.3, but the page does not confirm a board number, revision or chip size, so check those against your own board first. A dump like this is used with an SPI programmer to reprogram the flash chip after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before writing anything, read and save the original chip contents so you can recover if the new image does not behave as expected.

For the ASUS K42F the catalog also has 7 schematics, 1 boardview file, and 1 BIOS dump.

Description generated from the catalog data. ·

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: ASUS K42F. 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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