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Dell Inspiron 3480 BIOS

BIOS Added: Feb 8, 2022 RAR · 5.7 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 3480
DeviceAll-in-one PC
FormatRAR
Size5.7 MB
AddedFebruary 8, 2022
Updated
Original file nameBIOS Inspiron_3480_3280_AIO IPWHL-PS_1.7.1..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 Inspiron 3480 all-in-one PC, distributed as a RAR archive of about 5.7 MB under the original file name "BIOS Inspiron_3480_3280_AIO IPWHL-PS_1.7.1..rar". The file name suggests it covers the Inspiron 3480 and 3280 AIO line, with version 1.7.1 indicated in the name. 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 3480 the catalog also has 1 schematic and 1 BIOS dump.

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 3480. 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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