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Dell 18706-1 BIOS

BIOS 18706-1 Added: Jun 26, 2024 RAR · 7.8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
Board number18706-1
Board maker (ODM)Wistron
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size7.8 MB
Marksclean ME, tested by uploader, fast boot
AddedJune 26, 2024
Updated
Original file nameDELL RO 15 17 WHL 2G 18706-1 H3KDB WORKING BIOS 100%.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

From the original post:
DELL RO 15 17 WHL 2G 18706-1 H3KDB WORKING BIOS 100%

BIOS dump for a Dell laptop built on the Wistron board 18706-1, shared as a 7.8 MB RAR archive. The file is marked as clean ME, has fast boot enabled, and was tested by the uploader, though that claim has not been verified here. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or failed update. Confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match before flashing, and back up the original chip contents first.

The catalog also lists 5 BIOS dumps for board 18706-1.

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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: Dell 18706-1. 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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