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ASUS K42JR BIOS (REV 4.1, 4 MB)

BIOS Added: Jan 26, 2017 BIN · 4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandASUS
ModelK42JR
Revision4.1
FormatBIN
Size4 MB
BIOS chip size4 MB
AddedJanuary 26, 2017
Updated
Original file nameasus k42jr rev4.1.bin

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 K42JR, revision 4.1, supplied as a 4 MB BIN file (original name asus k42jr rev4.1.bin). Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board model and revision match your motherboard exactly, and save a full copy of the original chip contents so you can recover if something goes wrong. The file is linked from a public Telegram post and is not hosted on this site.

For the ASUS K42JR the catalog also has 3 schematics and 7 BIOS dumps.

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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: ASUS K42JR. 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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