Sony VPCL21S1R MBX-245 BIOS
File details
| Type | BIOS |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | VPCL21S1R |
| Board number | MBX-245 |
| Device | Laptop |
| Format | RAR |
| Size | 1.5 MB |
| Marks | includes EC firmware |
| Added | February 4, 2023 |
| Updated | |
| Original file name | SONY VPCL21S1R - MBX-245_R0290T6 BIOS & KBEC.rar |
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Description
SONY VPCL21S1R - MBX-245_R0290T6 BIOS & KBEC BIOS dump for the Sony VPCL21S1R laptop, board MBX-245, supplied as a RAR archive of about 1.5 MB. The package includes the EC/KBC firmware alongside the BIOS image, which is useful when the keyboard controller or power sequencing is suspect. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after corruption or a failed update.
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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 VPCL21S1R MBX-245. 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.