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Sony PCG-7142L BIOS

BIOS Added: Feb 27, 2018 BIN · 2 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandSony
ModelPCG-7142L
DeviceLaptop
FormatBIN
Size2 MB
BIOS chip size2 MB
AddedFebruary 27, 2018
Updated
Original file nameSony PCG-7142L=VGN-NS110E.bin

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Description

BIOS dump for the Sony PCG-7142L laptop, supplied as a BIN file for a 2 MB flash chip. The original file name, Sony PCG-7142L=VGN-NS110E.bin, lists the VGN-NS110E alongside the PCG-7142L model name, so note both when matching it to your machine. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. Confirm the model and board revision match your unit before flashing, and back up the original chip contents first so you can restore them if something goes wrong.

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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 PCG-7142L. 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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