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BX260 NM-A531 BIOS

BIOS NM-A531 Added: Jul 17, 2021 RAR · 8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberNM-A531
PlatformBX260
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision3.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size8 MB
Marksunlocked
AddedJuly 17, 2021
Updated
Original file nameBX260 NM-A531 REV 3.0 UNPASS.rar

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 a laptop motherboard, board number NM-A531, platform BX260, built by Compal, revision 3.0, supplied as an unlocked 8 MB image. 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 board match NM-A531 REV 3.0, and save a backup of the original chip contents.

For board NM-A531 the catalog also has 3 schematics, 2 boardview files, and 14 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: BX260 NM-A531. 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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