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Dell Inspiron 15 3542 BIOS

BIOS Added: Jan 26, 2017 RAR · 4.6 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 15 3542
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size4.6 MB
AddedJanuary 26, 2017
Updated
Original file nameDELL_Inspiron 15 3542(P40F).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 Inspiron 15 3542 laptop, supplied as a RAR archive of about 4.6 MB under the original file name DELL_Inspiron 15 3542(P40F).rar. The P40F designation in the file name is the only board or series reference given, so confirm it matches your machine before using the dump. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update.

For the Dell Inspiron 15-3542 the catalog also has 6 schematics and 3 BIOS dumps.

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 Inspiron 15 3542. 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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