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Surface 4 1724 X911788-008 ME CLEAN BIOS

BIOS Added: Sep 22, 2020 ZIP · 4.6 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
FormatZIP
Size4.6 MB
AddedSeptember 22, 2020
Updated
Original file nameSurface 4 1724 X911788-008 ME_CLEAN.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

BIOS dump supplied as a ZIP archive of about 4.6 MB, original file name "Surface 4 1724 X911788-008 ME_CLEAN.zip". The name points to a Microsoft Surface 4 with model number 1724 and board number X911788-008, and the ME_CLEAN tag indicates the Intel ME region has been cleaned. Technicians use a dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update.

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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 →

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: Surface 4 1724 X911788-008 ME CLEAN. 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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