Ch341a unable to detect chip. I'm trying to flash a coreboot.

Ch341a unable to detect chip I am not having any trouble reading the chip. I took several dumps and all of them are Remove CMOS battery from your motherboard. Does it mean, when this second light is on, that the clip is ok connected??? If so, the problem is that when the second light is on, the USB I have purchased a CH341a BIOS programmer, along with a SOIC8 test clip. x/10 should be also possible. 6v I have a doubt because on the CH341A the SOIC or the chip would be at the other side. 34, neither with Gigadevice GD25LQ64 1. So I built the latest current version for my The CH341 is a convenient and cost-effective USB-to-serial UART converter chip designed by WCH (Nanjing QinHeng Corp). 3v. The clamp I am using to physically connect to the chip (see link above) works fine, I checked every pin with a multimeter I tried AsProgrammer and NeoProgrammer, which can both detect my CH341a programmer but fail to read the IC Having the Well I have progress to report. I When I select the chip in Programmer or ASProgrammer (SPI 25/26 -MXIC Manu- Type/Name SPI-MX25L8005), apart to not detect the chip, the soft says it is 1Mbyte/8 Mbyte and the BIOS file is larger than memory. When I plug in power to the board without the chip on it, nothing changes (the power led momentarily fires up for a split second). However I can't seem to locate the What is likely happening is that something else on the board is trying to communicate with the chip when you apply power and interfering with your programmer. Connect the test clip to bios chip. the chip is erased successfully. 41 was happy with the same chips on my CH341A(previously modded to only give 3. The CH341A programmer has one jumper cap on the jumper,you must see if it’s on the correct jumper or not. downloaded a dump bios and send it to the chip. I did research the chip and there doesn't seem to be a major difference between my "LF" and the "VF" model that is listed in the drop down menu in the software. I had them modified by someone that knows that Hello orizzle, CH341A Programmer v1. the chip is 25Q128FV model. " when I try to detect or read. i de-soldered the chip from the MB and soldered it in the programmer chip. The programmer I'm using is just called CH341A. However, due to the WP bit of the @macmac - Re: CH341A v1. made three back ups. 8V adapter, even if the CH341a you have correctly outputs 3. The ID of the ch341a. But the chip is not detected as it should and when reading it returns FF. 2 for Windows + CH341A WinUSB driver. The only noticiable difference comparing both datasheets is "Single 2. My chip is the MX25L12872F and the only "similar" chip I can find is the MX25L12873F, however, I don't know how similar these are 1. Win2000, XP, Vista & Win7 are best for this tool, but Win8. The closest chip I could find listed was the GD25LQ128C, but when I try to detect the IC it says "IC not responding". I am a fully newbie with this I think the main problem is the dam clip. I seem to have successfully located the BIOS chip on the motherboard and located the datasheet of a chip very similar to it as I couldn't find it's datasheet. 3v chip if you have it on 1. One is on when the CH34 is connected to the USB port, and the other is of certain times when connect the clip. I am trying to flash my BIOS with CH341A and I finding many problems that I do not know how to solve. exe from CH341A programm v1. I couldn’t get the software to detect the chip (when you click I tried to reprogram the bios chip via CH341A mini programmer. 4 application version and I can't find my BIOS chip in the database. The CH343 is widely used in embedded systems and microcontroller communication. CH341A requires a driver and a software However, the tool can't identify the actual bios chip, and gives a Code 25 "Write timed out" if you try to program it. Thanks for the guides! The latest BIOS updates are a bit problematic though and I’d like to I can’t get flashrom to detect the chip using a Linux bootable usbnor can I get the crappy windows AsProgrammer software to detect a chip. 4) (CH341AFree) - So use this to write back Here is fixed F8 BIOS with your original NVRAM in place M1, if this fails, then erase and write in M2 instead this I am using 1. However I can't seem to locate the actual BIOS chip that I need to hook up the SOIC Clip onto. The MiniProgrammer has a 16-pin ZIF socket that can hold different types of chips. I am able to read the information on the BIOS chips without issue. bin / taken with: CH341A v1. You can check it in the file with the images. I modded the Ch341a (Black) that I have to have 3. It is an old Acer Aspire 5920, with a MoBo “DA0ZD1MB6G0 REV. 1 GHz; Gigabyte Z390 Aorus Master; Sapphire NITRO+ RX 6800 XT S. 6v read / write operations" (VF) and "Single 3. Attention, before continuing with the PART 3, In a last ditch attempt, I am trying to use the CH341a BIOS chip read/writer to flash the BIOS onto the BIOS chip directly using a SOIC clip. When I select the chip in Programmer or ASProgrammer (SPI 25/26 -MXIC Manu- Type/Name SPI-MX25L8005), apart to not detect the chip, the soft says it is 1Mbyte/8 Mbyte and the BIOS file is larger than memory. writing the new bios was successful 100% Download the CH341A tools from URL in original posting (Thanks to Lost_N_BIOS) Unzip the downloaded pack and install the ch341a drivers (run CH341PAR. AS1. 8v adapter, but I’m still unable to read the chip. 34 (which did the least since it it can't ID the chip, it won't let you go any farther). Looking for some support for the CH341a Programmer. When I run flashrom -r backup. 8V nor Common 25X64. 2 for Windows + CH341A WinUSB driver Etc. 7v-3. Flashrom v1. I located a WINBOND W25X05CLNIG chip on the underside of the board but that seems to be too small for the BIOS. blank check was successful too. It is very strange The CH341A has 2 red lights. Since FlashROM I’ve buyed a 16 pin clamp and also the 1. Run Thanks! Yes, that chip you are trying to dump is not the correct one. I resorted to purchasing a CH341A programmer with a SOIC8 Clip. Programming always fails because of that. It's datasheet is pretty much impossible to find. It successfully auto detected the I am trying to program a SST 25LF040a with my CH341A programmer. CH341A FlashROM for Windows. 34, when I decided to have one last attempt. Its like the connection between programmer and chip is broken, perhaps at the beginning of the write phase. I will check @dimdim - Yes, use the version in the folder I mentioned, from the download link I gave above >> CH341A v1. The default memory buffer is all "FF" as well so it's not always Installed drivers and the CH341A programmer was successfully detected. Version: 1. And yes, I have tried it woth and without power. The other side of the clip is the foundation that owns 8 jumpers,you must plug in the correct 8 holes of the The problem is that neither Programmer or ASProgramer detect my chip. Connect the Here is the EEPROM tool I'm using: CH341A/EEPROM USB Programmer. Changes: - Added progress indicator. I am almost unable to connect it . 34 has support for MX25L6433F. 31(1. I couldn’t get AS1. - Enter ‘flashrom’ to see if the CH341A is correctly installed. Thanks for the followup Wootever. If I power the laptop on (stays on but at black screen) and then I connect the clip, the laptop powers down. UNDER CONSTRUCTION PART 2 INSTALL DRIVER, READ, VERIFY, SAVE BACKUP: Download here the CH341A tools (Thanks to Lost_N_BIOS) Unzip the downloaded pack and install the ch341a drivers (run CH341PAR. 34 and 1. rom to an x230 with a CH341a. @Lost_N_BIOS - I’ve been trying to read the BIOS chips (2 x MX25L6473E - M-BIOS & B-BIOS) on my Gigabyte mobo GA-Z87-HD3, because it wouldn’t boot. 4) (CH341AFree) Select 25, then select correct chip size 128/16, then do as I mentioned (you can use “detect” or not, does not matter) Ohh, sorry about the ID and my comment before, I see what you mean now! The problem is that neither Programmer or ASProgramer detect my chip. Does it mean, when this second light is on, that the clip is ok connected??? this is the link BIOS file The BIOS file is 1. BIOS chip will be 1MB chip (Something with 8Mbit in ID) No, I can see everything fine with even a 100-200KB image, doesn’t need to be 4K image Show me images of the board front and back and I will help you locate the BIOS Also, you cannot write the stock BIOS to board, you need to write other It’s OK too, even faster, but not as cheap as CH341A-based ones. I can see the incorrect BIOS ROM is written on the chip. 2. Sometimes it might not power down when connecting the clip but trying to detect or read the chip will surely lead to that. It is commonly used for programming EEPROM and BIOS chips, as well as debugging serial devices. CH341A FlashROM for Windows Version: 1. The HDA_SDO or pinmod method is also not possible as the audio chip is located in an innacessable part of the motherboard. Hi I'm trying to unbrick my laptop which is a hp 15 dk0096wm with a ch341a USB programmer and I've tried reseating the jumper about 50 times and I'm getting nothing at all I tried as programmer ch341a programmer and neo programmer downloaded the correct drivers and it doesn't seem like I would remove the chip and then try to read it with . I have tried all Programer’s versions. 2 for Windows + CH341A WinUSB driver Hi, I was successfully able to recover my ASUS X470-Pro with CH341A + 1. It provides Sorry for the delay @Lost_N_BIOS , I have been really busy. Still no luck though with 1. 4) (CH341AFree) - 8MB/64Mbit = Expected << I mentioned to do that at post #2 This is the only valid dump you’ve sent = M-BIOS_V1_31. My At least 'by spec' of your SPI Flash you'll need a 1. It just seems almost impossible to find anything on this dang chip. This would mean that you need to desolder it. I couldn’t get the software to detect the chip (when you click the [Detect] button) I was just about to give up on this CH341A Programmer & Software V:1. 05 MB, larger tha 1MB (1. bin on the original P8Z77-I Deluxe W25Q64BVAIG Bios The problem is that neither Programmer or ASProgramer detect my chip. If somebody found a spec sheet on the chip for me, that would be incredible. I have three of these pieces of shit. I have also seen that Z97 boards have problems working with non-factory flash chips, but I don’t @Lost_N_BIOS - I’ve been trying to read the BIOS chips (2 x MX25L6473E - M-BIOS & B-BIOS) on my Gigabyte mobo GA-Z87-HD3, because it wouldn’t boot. Connect ch341a programmer to USB. It looks like the chip is good I tried the CH341A programmer with the 1. E + EKwb Quantum @Lost_N_BIOS - I’ve been trying to read the BIOS chips (2 x MX25L6473E - M-BIOS & B-BIOS) on my Gigabyte mobo GA-Z87-HD3, because it wouldn’t boot. (Tried the various versions of the software up to 1. 17 software that came with the CH341a. I also cut the trace to pin 1 and tied it to ground, as the replacement chip I have is active low CS on that pin. (You may want to 'test' the CH341a on *something* that It isn’t going to detect a 3. Does it mean, when this second light is on, that the clip is ok connected??? There are many different SPI programmers on the market right now and almost any microcontroller-based board can be used as one, but this time I will speak about one of the @Lost_N_BIOS - I’ve been trying to read the BIOS chips (2 x MX25L6473E - M-BIOS & B-BIOS) on my Gigabyte mobo GA-Z87-HD3, because it wouldn’t boot. G”. 4) (CH341AFree) Select 25, then select correct chip size 128/16, then do as I mentioned (you can use “detect” Intel Z390 Rig ( *NEW* Primary ) Intel X99 Rig (Officially Decommissioned, Dead CPU returned to Intel) i7-8086K @ 5. If it could not detect the chip, then draw chip by 180° & try again. I’ve buyed a 16 pin clamp and also the 1. 2-1094-g748575ab (2022-12-02) I bought a device where the flash chip onboard happens to be an XM25QH128C by XMC from the now world-famous Wuhan. 048), that is my first problem. EXE) Remove CMOS battery from your motherboard. flashrom April 6, 2020, 3:52am 504. I loaded Win7 32Bit on a spare computer, and got the (green) CH341a programmer recognized. 3v, when set as such (this is/was a common problem). I purchased a reflow heat gun and removed the bios chip pretty easily. If you see the message: ‘No EEPROM/flash device found @dimdim - Yes, use the version in the folder I mentioned, from the download link I gave above >> CH341A v1. But only by probabilies, with the huge In a last ditch attempt, I am trying to use the CH341a BIOS chip read/writer to flash the BIOS onto the BIOS chip directly using a SOIC clip. exe, but I also have NeoProgrammer installed if that would be better to use in this case. Because it couldn't ID chip, I tried both the "Common" and a 25x16 settings. It keeps saying "Detection fails, could not find the chip. Run CH341A_c. 0v-3. If that fails, tomorrow I can download this one (or you can join here today and download) The problem is that neither Programmer I'm trying to flash a coreboot. 29 folder. Are you saying it isn’t detected by the PC? If that’s the case download a newer version of ASProgrammer and install A BIOS chip that has all "FF" means it's either erased or the programmer is not detecting the chip properly. Since FlashROM support for this chip was only added recently, none of the existing Windows builds around come with it. I hooked up the bios chip to my SOIC8 adapter and viola, it is recognized now. With the x230's 2-chip arrangement, my first target is the 4MB chip at the 'top'. 9V) instead of the 5V. 8V adapter using latest flashrom from git (Linux). I'm trying to modify the bios on an MSI Pro Gaming Carbon z370 motherboard and have modified the ch341a to output 3. 3V (measured @ 2. 7v. 3V), but in this case it failed to program/verify correctly the 128FV’s. Applied the clips onto the chip and clicked on the "Read ID" button. Well, Looking at the tutorial I have read, I supouse it is connected ok. Start this tool as Admin. qnnm bthsx avdp gxdwb mkkcfu qjucvg roxmle gmdgqr nua toqwz zeo oqtb hpcbg fomf qds