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Dell Inspiron 5520 BIOS (ROM)

BIOS Added: Jun 21, 2017 ROM · 4.5 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 5520
DeviceLaptop
FormatROM
Size4.5 MB
AddedJune 21, 2017
Updated
Original file nameInspiron 5520 core i7 (2).rom

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 5520 laptop, supplied as a ROM file named Inspiron 5520 core i7 (2).rom, about 4.5 MB. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. No board number or revision is listed for this file, so confirm the exact motherboard and revision match yours before flashing. Read and save the original chip contents first so you have a way back if the write goes wrong.

For the Dell Inspiron 5520 the catalog also has 1 schematic and 5 BIOS dumps.

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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 5520. 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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