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Dell Inspiron 3493 BIOS

BIOS Added: May 24, 2022 RAR · 5.9 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 3493
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size5.9 MB
AddedMay 24, 2022
Updated
Original file nameInspiron_3493_3593_3793_5493_5593_Vostro_3491_3591_1.17.0.rar

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Description

BIOS dump for the Dell Inspiron 3493 laptop, delivered as a 5.9 MB RAR archive named Inspiron_3493_3593_3793_5493_5593_Vostro_3491_3591_1.17.0.rar. The file name suggests it covers several related Inspiron and Vostro models, and version 1.17.0 appears 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. Before writing anything, confirm that the model and board revision match your machine, and back up the original chip contents first.

The catalog also lists 4 schematics and 6 BIOS dumps for the Dell Inspiron 3493.

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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 3493. 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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