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Dell Inspiron Vostro 5402 5409 5502 5509 8MB & 16MB BIOS

BIOS Added: Jun 26, 2022 RAR · 9.6 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size9.6 MB
BIOS chip size16 MB / 8 MB
AddedJune 26, 2022
Updated
Original file nameInspiron_Vostro_5402_5409_5502_5509 8MB & 16MB BIOS.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 Dell laptops, supplied as a RAR archive of about 9.6 MB under the file name Inspiron_Vostro_5402_5409_5502_5509 8MB & 16MB BIOS.rar. The archive covers both 16 MB and 8 MB flash chip sizes, and the file name points to the Inspiron and Vostro 5402, 5409, 5502 and 5509 models. No board number or revision is listed, so check the markings on your own board before choosing a dump. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update.

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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 Vostro 5402 5409 5502 5509 8MB & 16MB. 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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