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Dell 3551 14214-1 BIOS

BIOS 14214-1 Added: Nov 18, 2018 RAR · 4.2 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
Model3551
Board number14214-1
Board maker (ODM)Wistron
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size4.2 MB
AddedNovember 18, 2018
Updated
Original file namedell 3551- 14214-1.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 the Dell 3551 laptop, board number 14214-1, made by Wistron. The archive is a RAR file of about 4.2 MB, named dell 3551- 14214-1.rar. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match the file, and save the original chip contents as a backup so you can recover if the new image does not work.

The catalog also lists 1 schematic, 1 boardview file, and 4 BIOS dumps for board 14214-1.

Description generated from the catalog data. ·

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 3551 14214-1. 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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