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HP 290 G4 BIOS (16 MB)

BIOS Added: Jan 13, 2022 ZIP · 8.5 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandHP
Model290 G4
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size8.5 MB
BIOS chip size16 MB
AddedJanuary 13, 2022
Updated
Original file nameHP 290 G4 Microtower BID 0877E 16MB BIOS.zip

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Description

BIOS dump for the HP 290 G4 laptop, supplied as a ZIP archive of about 8.5 MB, file name HP 290 G4 Microtower BID 0877E 16MB BIOS.zip. The listed flash chip size is 16 MB. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm that the board number and revision of your machine match the dump, and read and save the original chip contents as a backup so you can restore them if needed.

For the HP 290 G4 the catalog also has 1 BIOS dump.

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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: HP 290 G4. 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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