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DG721 NM-B242 BIOS (REV 1.0)

BIOS NM-B242 Added: Oct 30, 2023 RAR · 9 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberNM-B242
PlatformDG721
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size9 MB
Markstested by uploader, includes EC firmware
AddedOctober 30, 2023
Updated
Original file nameDG421_DG521_DG721_NM_B242_Rev1_0_2017_01_25_i3_6006U_BIOS_&_KBEC.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

From the original post:
DG421 DG521 DG721 NM-B242 Rev1.0 2017-01-25 i3-6006U BIOS & KBEC WORKING BIOS 100%

BIOS dump for the Compal NM-B242 laptop board, platform DG721, revision 1.0. The file is marked as tested by the uploader and includes EC/KBC firmware, and it is supplied as a RAR archive of about 9 MB. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision match your motherboard, and back up the original chip contents first.

For board NM-B242 the catalog also has 4 schematics, 3 boardview files, and 8 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: DG721 NM-B242. 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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