Dell Inspiron 15-3521 VAW01 LA-9101P BIOS
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | Inspiron 15-3521 |
| Board number | LA-9101P |
| Platform | VAW01 |
| Board maker (ODM) | Compal |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | RAR |
| Size | 3.1 MB |
| Added | July 20, 2024 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | Inspiron 15-3521 i3 with gpu (VAW01 LA-9101P).rar |
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Description
BIOS dump for the Dell Inspiron 15-3521 laptop, board number LA-9101P, platform VAW01, built by Compal. The archive is a RAR file of about 3.1 MB, named "Inspiron 15-3521 i3 with gpu (VAW01 LA-9101P).rar". Technicians use a dump like this 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 read out and save the original chip contents as a backup.
The catalog also lists 2 schematics and 5 BIOS dumps for board LA-9101P.
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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 Inspiron 15-3521 VAW01 LA-9101P. 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.