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Sony VAIO VGN-CS230J BIOS

BIOS Added: Feb 27, 2018 ZIP · 0.8 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
BrandSony
ModelVAIO VGN-CS230J
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size0.8 MB
AddedFebruary 27, 2018
Updated
Original file nameSony Vaio VGN-CS230J=1=Intel GMA 4500MHD.zip

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Description

BIOS dump for the Sony VAIO VGN-CS230J laptop, delivered as a ZIP archive of about 0.8 MB under the original file name "Sony Vaio VGN-CS230J=1=Intel GMA 4500MHD.zip". A dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after a corrupted BIOS or a failed update. The facts do not list a board number, revision or chip size, so confirm the board identification on your own machine before flashing. Read and back up the original chip contents first, so you have a way to restore the board if something goes wrong.

For the Sony VAIO VGN-CS230J the catalog also has 1 BIOS dump.

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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 VAIO VGN-CS230J. 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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