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LA-8221P BIOS (REV 1.0, 8 MB)

BIOS LA-8221P Added: Feb 27, 2021 RAR · 3.8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberLA-8221P
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size3.8 MB
BIOS chip size8 MB
AddedFebruary 27, 2021
Updated
Original file nameK45VJ QCL40 Compal LA-8221P 25l6406E 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 LA-8221P laptop board, revision 1.0, supplied for an 8 MB SPI flash chip. The original file name references K45VJ and the 25L6406E chip, and the archive is a RAR of about 3.8 MB. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the flash with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match LA-8221P rev 1.0, and read and save the original chip contents as a backup.

For board LA-8221P the catalog also has 2 schematics and 6 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-8221P. 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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