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HP 4540 BIOS

BIOS Added: Jan 26, 2017 RAR · 3.4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandHP
Model4540
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size3.4 MB
AddedJanuary 26, 2017
Updated
Original file namehp 4540.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 HP 4540 laptop, delivered as a RAR archive named hp 4540.rar with a total size of about 3.4 MB. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. The facts available here do not list a board number, revision, chip size or any cleaning flags, so confirm the board number and revision against your own motherboard before flashing. Read and save the original chip contents first, so you can restore them if the new image does not behave as expected.

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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 4540. 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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