Lenovo L480 EL580 NM-B461 BIOS
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lenovo |
| Model | L480 |
| Board number | NM-B461 |
| Platform | EL580 |
| Board maker (ODM) | Compal |
| Revision | 1.0 |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | ZIP |
| Size | 7.8 MB |
| Marks | clean ME |
| Added | February 21, 2021 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | Lenovo_L480_type_20LS,_20LT_EL480_EL580_NM_B461_REV_1_0_clear_me.zip |
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Description
BIOS dump for the Lenovo L480 laptop, board number NM-B461 revision 1.0, platform EL580, built by Compal. The file has a cleaned Intel ME region, and the original file name references types 20LS and 20LT along with EL480 and EL580. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this 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 match your motherboard, and read out and save the original chip contents as a backup.
The catalog also lists 2 schematics, 1 boardview file, and 4 BIOS dumps for board NM-B461.
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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 L480 EL580 NM-B461. 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.