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Dell LA-9981P BIOS

BIOS LA-9981P Added: Aug 29, 2020 7Z · 3.5 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
Board numberLA-9981P
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
Format7Z
Size3.5 MB
AddedAugust 29, 2020
Updated
Original file nameDell LA-9981P rev1.0.7z

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 a Dell laptop, board LA-9981P, made by Compal, revision 1.0, supplied as a 7Z archive of about 3.5 MB under the original file name Dell LA-9981P rev1.0.7z. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match the file before flashing, and read out and save the original chip contents first so you have a way back if something goes wrong.

For board LA-9981P the catalog also has 5 schematics, 2 boardview files, and 11 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 LA-9981P. 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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