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LA-5893P BIOS (REV 1)

BIOS LA-5893P Added: Jan 27, 2017 RAR · 1.7 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberLA-5893P
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size1.7 MB
AddedJanuary 27, 2017
Updated
Original file name5742GMAIN_LA_5893P_REV_1_0VGA_N12P.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 a laptop built on the Compal LA-5893P board, revision 1, supplied as a RAR archive of about 1.7 MB. The original file name is 5742GMAIN_LA_5893P_REV_1_0VGA_N12P.rar. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm that the board number LA-5893P and the revision on your motherboard match the file, and save a full backup of the original chip contents first.

For board LA-5893P the catalog also has 4 schematics and 13 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: LA-5893P. 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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