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TPLINK Model No.TD W8970 BIOS

BIOS Added: Nov 14, 2020 RAR · 4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
FormatRAR
Size4 MB
AddedNovember 14, 2020
Updated
Original file namedump TPLINK Model No.TD_W8970.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

BIOS dump supplied as a RAR archive, about 4.0 MB, with the original file name "dump TPLINK Model No.TD_W8970.rar". The facts list the model as TD-W8970, a TP-Link device, though no board number, revision, chip size or platform is given, so confirm those against your own hardware before doing anything. A BIOS dump is used to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after corruption or a failed firmware update. Back up the original chip contents first, and make sure the model and revision match your unit before writing anything.

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: TPLINK Model No.TD W8970. 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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