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Dell Inspiron 6000 BIOS

BIOS Added: Jul 12, 2017 · 1 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
ModelInspiron 6000
DeviceLaptop
Format—
Size1 MB
AddedJuly 12, 2017
Updated
Original file nameInspiron 6000 mx29lv040a_ok_ko_co_card_vga_ok

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 6000 laptop, a 1.0 MB image with the original file name "Inspiron 6000 mx29lv040a_ok_ko_co_card_vga_ok". The file name suggests the dump was labeled with a flash chip type, mx29lv040a, but no board number or revision is given, so confirm the board you are working on before relying on it. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update.

The catalog also lists 1 BIOS dump for the Dell Inspiron 6000.

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 6000. 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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