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HP Compaq CQ58-281SR BIOS

BIOS Added: May 16, 2018 RAR · 3.4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandHP
ModelCompaq CQ58-281SR
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size3.4 MB
AddedMay 16, 2018
Updated
Original file nameCompaq CQ58-281SR(C6J52EA).rar

Where to get the file

Opens the matching file on RM Schematics, or its source details if it is not catalogued there yet.

Alternative links

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Description

From the original post:
ID 1858 PN 010170100-491-G BIOS F39

BIOS dump for the HP Compaq CQ58-281SR laptop, supplied as a RAR archive of about 3.4 MB under the original file name Compaq CQ58-281SR(C6J52EA).rar. The Telegram caption lists the part number 010170100-491-G and BIOS version F39, which should be checked against the motherboard label before use. A BIOS dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update.

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: HP Compaq CQ58-281SR. 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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