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TOOSHIBA-L500-11VLA-4981P-KSWAAUMAMX25L1605AM2C BIOS

BIOS Added: Jan 30, 2018 RAR · 1.1 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
FormatRAR
Size1.1 MB
AddedJanuary 30, 2018
Updated
Original file nameTOOSHIBA-L500-11VLA-4981P-KSWAAUMAMX25L1605AM2C.rar

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 is a BIOS dump in RAR format, about 1.1 MB, with the original file name TOOSHIBA-L500-11VLA-4981P-KSWAAUMAMX25L1605AM2C.rar. The name points to a Toshiba L500 and references an MX25L1605A flash chip, but no board number or revision is given in the facts, so confirm the match against your own board before using it. A BIOS dump like this is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after corruption or a failed update.

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 →

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: TOOSHIBA-L500-11VLA-4981P-KSWAAUMAMX25L1605AM2C. 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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