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CHI MEI N173FGE-L23 Rev C2 BIOS

BIOS Added: Mar 26, 2019 BIN · 0.1 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
RevisionC2
FormatBIN
Size0.1 MB
AddedMarch 26, 2019
Updated
Original file nameCHI MEI N173FGE-L23 Rev C2.bin

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, revision C2, supplied as a BIN file named CHI MEI N173FGE-L23 Rev C2.bin. The facts do not name a laptop brand, model or board number, so confirm the target machine before using it. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Read and save the original chip contents first, and make sure the revision and identifiers in the file match your board before writing anything to it.

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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: CHI MEI N173FGE-L23 Rev C2. 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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