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STRONGBOW 18721-1 BIOS

BIOS 18721-1 Added: Jan 15, 2022 ZIP · 5.5 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board number18721-1
PlatformSTRONGBOW
Board maker (ODM)Wistron
DeviceLaptop
FormatZIP
Size5.5 MB
AddedJanuary 15, 2022
Updated
Original file nameSF314-56 STRONGBOW WHL_MB 18721-1 448.0E718.0011.zip

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

This BIOS dump is for a laptop motherboard, board number 18721-1, platform STRONGBOW, manufactured by Wistron. The original archive name refers to an SF314-56 model. The package is a ZIP file of about 5.5 MB. Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after corruption or a failed update. Confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match before flashing, and back up the original chip contents first.

For board 18721-1 the catalog also has 1 boardview file and 1 BIOS dump.

Description generated from the catalog data. ·

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: STRONGBOW 18721-1. 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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