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GS540 NM-C511 BIOS (REV 1.0)

BIOS NM-C511 Added: Mar 16, 2021 RAR · 5.2 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberNM-C511
PlatformGS540
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size5.2 MB
AddedMarch 16, 2021
Updated
Original file nameGS440 GS540 NM-C511 (REV 1.0).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 the Compal NM-C511 laptop board, revision 1.0, on the GS540 platform (original file name GS440 GS540 NM-C511 (REV 1.0).rar, about 5.2 MB in RAR format). Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm that the board number NM-C511 and revision 1.0 match the board in front of you, and save the original chip contents as a backup first.

For board NM-C511 the catalog also has 2 schematics, 4 boardview files, and 5 BIOS dumps.

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: GS540 NM-C511. 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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