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chewbacca 14 kbl r uma 17879-1b W25Q64BV-17879-1b BIOS (8 MB)

BIOS Added: Feb 11, 2021 RAR · 11 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
FormatRAR
Size11 MB
BIOS chip size8 MB
AddedFebruary 11, 2021
Updated
Original file namechewbacca_14_kbl_r_uma 17879-1b W25Q64BV-17879-1b.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 with an 8 MB chip size, packaged as a RAR archive of about 10.9 MB. The original file name is chewbacca_14_kbl_r_uma 17879-1b W25Q64BV-17879-1b.rar, which points to board number 17879-1b and a W25Q64BV flash chip in the name. The brand and model are not listed in the facts, so confirm the board number and revision against your own motherboard before flashing. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update.

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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 →

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: chewbacca 14 kbl r uma 17879-1b W25Q64BV-17879-1b. 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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