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Sony MBX-190 BIOS (REV 1.0)

BIOS MBX-190 Added: Jul 25, 2019 ZIP · 1 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandSony
Board numberMBX-190
Revision1.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size1 MB
AddedJuly 25, 2019
Updated
Original file nameVGN-SR51(M754H MBX-190 rev.1.0)-R4090Y1.bin.zip

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Description

BIOS dump for a Sony laptop, board MBX-190, revision 1.0, supplied as a ZIP archive of about 1.0 MB. The original file name is VGN-SR51(M754H MBX-190 rev.1.0)-R4090Y1.bin.zip, which points to the VGN-SR51 model family. A BIOS dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Before writing anything, confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match MBX-190 rev.

The catalog also lists 2 schematics and 5 BIOS dumps for board MBX-190.

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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 MBX-190. 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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