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Dell TEST 17831-1 BIOS

BIOS 17831-1 Added: Jun 22, 2020 RAR · 5.4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandDell
Board number17831-1
PlatformTEST
Board maker (ODM)Wistron
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size5.4 MB
AddedJune 22, 2020
Updated
Original file nametest 17831-1 dell ok.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 a Dell laptop on Wistron board 17831-1, listed under platform name TEST, packaged as a 5.4 MB RAR archive. The original file name is "test 17831-1 dell ok.rar". No chip size, clean ME mark or revision is given for this file, so check the details yourself before use. A BIOS dump is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update.

The catalog also lists 1 schematic, 1 boardview file, and 5 BIOS dumps for board 17831-1.

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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 TEST 17831-1. 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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