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Sony M960 MBX-224 BIOS

BIOS MBX-224 Added: Jan 26, 2017 RAR · 0.9 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandSony
ModelM960
Board numberMBX-224
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size0.9 MB
AddedJanuary 26, 2017
Updated
Original file nameSONY MBX-224_M960_M970_.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 Sony M960 laptop, board MBX-224, supplied as the archive SONY MBX-224_M960_M970_.rar (about 0.9 MB). The file name also references the M970, so check the model listed on your own machine before using it. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Confirm that the board number and revision match yours, and save a backup of the original chip contents before writing anything.

The catalog also lists 8 schematics and 20 BIOS dumps for board MBX-224.

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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: Sony M960 MBX-224. 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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