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Lenovo IdeaPad 300-151SK BMWQ2 NM-A481 BIOS

BIOS NM-A481 Added: Apr 18, 2017 ZIP · 4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandLenovo
ModelIdeaPad 300-151SK
Board numberNM-A481
PlatformBMWQ2
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size4 MB
AddedApril 18, 2017
Updated
Original file nameLenovo IdeaPad 300-151SK=8=BMWQ1_BMWQ2 NM-A481 Rev 1.0.zip

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Description

BIOS dump for the Lenovo IdeaPad 300-151SK laptop, board number NM-A481, revision 1.0, platform BMWQ2, built by Compal. The archive is a ZIP of about 4 MB and the original file name references BMWQ1 and BMWQ2. A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision printed on your motherboard match NM-A481 Rev 1.0, and read and save the original chip contents as a backup.

The catalog also lists 2 schematics and 17 BIOS dumps for board NM-A481.

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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: Lenovo IdeaPad 300-151SK BMWQ2 NM-A481. 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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