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ASUS X542UQ BIOS (REV 2.0)

BIOS Added: Nov 12, 2023 RAR · 7.1 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandASUS
ModelX542UQ
Revision2.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size7.1 MB
Markstested by uploader
AddedNovember 12, 2023
Updated
Original file nameASUS_X542UQ_REV_2_0_MB2000_X542UQR_201_i7_8550U_WORKING_BIOS.rar

Where to get the file

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Description

From the original post:
ASUS X542UQ REV 2.0 MB2000 X542UQR (201) i7-8550U WORKING BIOS

BIOS dump for the ASUS X542UQ laptop, revision 2.0, supplied as a 7.1 MB RAR archive and marked as tested by the uploader. The original file name also references the MB2000 board, X542UQR and an i7-8550U system, so confirm those match your board before using it. A BIOS dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Back up the original chip contents first, and check that the board number and revision line up with yours before writing anything.

For the ASUS X542UQ the catalog also has 4 boardview files and 10 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 X542UQ. 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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