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ASUS X421UA BIOS (REV 2.0)

BIOS Added: May 14, 2023 RAR · 18 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandASUS
ModelX421UA
Revision2.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size18 MB
AddedMay 14, 2023
Updated
Original file nameASUS X421UA R2.0 AMD.rar

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Description

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ASUS X421UA R2.0 AMD

BIOS dump for the ASUS X421UA laptop, revision 2.0, supplied as a RAR archive named ASUS X421UA R2.0 AMD.rar (about 17.5 MB). The file name points to the AMD variant of this board. Technicians use a BIOS 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 number and revision printed on your motherboard match revision 2.0, and save a backup of the original chip contents first.

The catalog also lists 2 boardview files and 1 BIOS dump for the ASUS X421UA.

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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 X421UA. 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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