ASUS X542UQ BIOS (REV 2.0, clean ME)
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASUS |
| Model | X542UQ |
| Revision | 2.0 |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | RAR |
| Size | 5.4 MB |
| Marks | clean ME |
| Added | December 23, 2021 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | ASUS X542UQ REV 2.0 CLR ME REGION outimage TEST OK .rar |
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Description
BIOS dump for the ASUS X542UQ laptop, revision 2.0, with the Intel ME region cleaned and noted as tested in the file name (ASUS X542UQ REV 2.0 CLR ME REGION outimage TEST OK.rar, about 5.4 MB in RAR format). Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match the file, and save the original chip contents as a backup first.
For the ASUS X542UQ the catalog also has 4 boardview files and 10 BIOS dumps.
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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.