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Dell Inspiron 3162 BIOS

BIOS Added: Apr 17, 2018 RAR · 4.8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 3162
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size4.8 MB
AddedApril 17, 2018
Updated
Original file nameDell_inspiron_3162_3164_model_Dell.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 inspiron 3162 3164 model Dell P24T board Rocket MB ISP 15239-1 Y4VMP Rev A00

BIOS dump for the Dell Inspiron 3162 laptop, supplied as a RAR archive of about 4.8 MB under the original file name Dell_inspiron_3162_3164_model_Dell.rar. The post links it to the Dell P24T model and the Rocket MB board, listed as ISP 15239-1 with Y4VMP and revision A00. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm the board number and revision match your own board, and back up the original chip contents first.

The catalog also lists 1 schematic for the Dell Inspiron 3162.

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 3162. 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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