Sony GD2 MBX-196 DA0GD2MB8E0 BIOS (REV E)
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Board number | DA0GD2MB8E0, MBX-196 |
| Platform | GD2 |
| Board maker (ODM) | Quanta |
| Revision | E |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | RAR |
| Size | 0.8 MB |
| Added | January 12, 2019 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | Sony MBX-196 Quanta GD2 Rev E DA0GD2MB8E0.rar |
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Description
BIOS dump for a Sony laptop, board DA0GD2MB8E0 (MBX-196), Quanta-built on the GD2 platform, revision E. The archive is a RAR file of about 0.8 MB. 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 printed on your motherboard match the file, and read and save the original chip contents as a backup first. The file name is Sony MBX-196 Quanta GD2 Rev E DA0GD2MB8E0.rar.
The catalog also lists 3 BIOS dumps for board DA0GD2MB8E0.
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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: Sony GD2 MBX-196 DA0GD2MB8E0. 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.