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ZS040 LA-A993P BIOS (REV 2.0)

BIOS LA-A993P Added: Nov 14, 2020 RAR · 4 MB

File details

TypeBIOS
Board numberLA-A993P
PlatformZS040
Board maker (ODM)Compal
Revision2.0
DeviceLaptop
FormatRAR
Size4 MB
Markstested by uploader
AddedNovember 14, 2020
Updated
Original file nameZS040 LA-A993P rev.2.0 original.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 BIOS dump is for a laptop motherboard with board number LA-A993P, platform ZS040, built by Compal, revision 2.0. The uploader marked it as tested, and the archive is labeled as the original file (ZS040 LA-A993P rev.2.0 original.rar, about 4 MB). Technicians use a BIOS dump like this to reprogram the SPI flash chip with a programmer after BIOS corruption or a failed update. Before flashing, confirm that the board number and revision on your motherboard match 2.0, and read out and save the original chip contents as a backup.

For board LA-A993P the catalog also has 3 schematics and 6 BIOS dumps.

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: ZS040 LA-A993P. 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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