Hello @Lost_n_bios


I made the dump using CH341A v1.31(1.4) (CH341AFree)
so I flashed the stock BIOS using the ASUS EZ tool and this is the dump I got afterwards
and you are right the processor is the i5 6500 there is no K

@kazp3r - Thanks! * edit - Never mind New full dump needed, that is only 1MB
Please choose correct size (16MB) before you dump, or use ASProgrammer instead if it's less confusing for you

@ArashMiniStar - Yes, ME FW downgrade required, You need flash programmer, unless your FD is unlocked (Some MSI it is, some not, you will have to check)
Dump FD and send to me, download ME System Tools V11 from here - Intel Management Engine: Drivers, Firmware & System Tools

Once downloaded, inside you will find Flash Programming Tool folder, and then inside that a Windows or Win/Win32 folder (NOT x64).
Highlight that Win/Win32 folder, then hold shift and press right click. Choose "open command window here" (Not power shell! >> * See Registry file below *).
If "open command window here" does not appear, look for the "Simple Registry Edit" below

Dump FD using >> " FPTw.exe -desc -d fd.bin " << Send me this fd.bin file

Here is a SIMPLE REGISTRY EDIT that adds "Open command window here as Administrator" to the right click menu, instead of Power Shell
Double-click downloaded file to install. Reboot after install may be required
> CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD CMD PROMPT REGISTRY ENTRY <

Hello @Lost_N_BIOS

I was able to get the right dump now XD,
I used the same Programmer, for some reason ASProgrammer is not working
I will upload the file in a minute

Edit: The file has been uploaded

Thanks I am excited to flash the new BIOS, I hope this works.

@kazp3r - What do you mean ASProgrammer is not working? What happens when you try to use it? We may have to use it, so hopefully it will work for you if we end up having to use!
First you have to set CH341A as Hardware in Hardware menu, then pick correct IC >> IC >> SPI, then you may need to also hit the "Unlock" button, not the drop out menu, just click the unlock icon (padlock)
Then click read, then verify, then save. To program back, you'd click "Open File" icon, then Erase, then Blank Check (drop out menu, icon under language) then write, then verify

Anyway, using the CH341A software you are using now, when you write back, be sure to choose correct size first Then erase, blank check, then open BIOS file, then write and verify.

As for the dump you just added, it's corrupted, maybe clip moved, or you tried some other software, or you forgot 1.8V adapter?
Anyway, do again Use ASProgrammer or CH341A v1.31(1.4) (CH341AFree) ONLY.

Hello @Lost_N_BIOS

I was not selecting the hardware, that is why it was not working, so I made the backup using the ASProgrammer

Here is my uploaded file

Asus Backup ASProgrammer


Edit: with the 1.8 v adapter none of the programmers are recognizing it, I saw this on the Random - Odd chip - Programmer info " "Micron MT25QL128AB" (2.7–3.6V) or a "Micron N25Q128A" which exists in a 1.8V (1.7–2.0V) version and 3V (2.7–3.6V). On the chip is to see "25Q128A" and a "e4"-logo which is used by Micron.
I am thinking I might have the Version 2.7 or above

@kazp3r - Maybe you do not have adapter or cable into adapter connected correctly. Adapter goes into same socket as clip, but clip into programmer does not, when you put clip into adapter it needs to go into the back slot nearest the lever
Yes! I looked at both PDF's, and yes, maybe you have the 3v version! I can't tell for sure by PDF info, not without having a 1.8V for sure one to look at, but I think second line would have 11 instead of 13 for 1.8v, so sorry for telling you that you needed the adapter

Dump looks good now BIOS coming in a bit, give me about 10 minutes, unless there is any issue

* Edit @kazp3r - Do you have ANY previous BIOS backup, can be made with any tool, from BEFORE you did any type of BIOS modding, editing, flashing?
I ask because your LAN MAC ID is missing from GbE and all system details areas are blanked as well (as if you flashed in stock BIOS with programmer or FPT etc)
If you have, upload for me, and I will fix this stuff all at same time too

* Edit 2 @kazp3r - Please confirm what is your coffee CPU SSPEC? You said SRF6M + P0, but that is not correct/matching info >> SRF6M = U0/906EA and SRFAH = P0/906EC
I may be able to put all Coffee in there, so it may not be an issue, but in case I cannot I need to know for sure what CPU you have.
Never mind, this is not an issue, I was able to keep 506E3 + ALL Coffee inserted without spacial issue
Mod BIOS coming shortly, wrapping it up now!

I am not sure Why mi MAC ID and SN are not there but I believe this is the BIOS backup prior to making any modifications to it

Afuwin Backup

@kazp3r - Yes, all board specific data wiped, and secondary NVRAM volume too, so at some point you flashed or programmed in stock BIOS region + stock GbE (possibly).
I can't confirm GbE on this model stores MAC ID, since I do not have anyone else's full dump, but generally if GbE region is there then MAC ID is stored in it, especially if/when the board uses Intel Gigabit LAN
Does your Ethernet LAN function properly right now? * Edit - I assume not! >> Your AFUWin backup has MAD ID in GbE, so I assume it's required or no Ethernet
Coffee mod done! But, now redoing edits to fix all this stuff, give me about 10min and I'll have BIOS for you to program in

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Ethernet works fine, I actually don't have a wireless adapter on that PC

Zitat von Lost_N_BIOS im Beitrag #1097

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@kazp3r - Thanks! * edit - Never mind New full dump needed, that is only 1MB
Please choose correct size (16MB) before you dump, or use ASProgrammer instead if it's less confusing for you

@ArashMiniStar - Yes, ME FW downgrade required, You need flash programmer, unless your FD is unlocked (Some MSI it is, some not, you will have to check)
Dump FD and send to me, download ME System Tools V11 from here - Intel Management Engine: Drivers, Firmware & System Tools

Once downloaded, inside you will find Flash Programming Tool folder, and then inside that a Windows or Win/Win32 folder (NOT x64).
Highlight that Win/Win32 folder, then hold shift and press right click. Choose "open command window here" (Not power shell! >> * See Registry file below *).
If "open command window here" does not appear, look for the "Simple Registry Edit" below

Dump FD using >> " FPTw.exe -desc -d fd.bin " << Send me this fd.bin file

Here is a SIMPLE REGISTRY EDIT that adds "Open command window here as Administrator" to the right click menu, instead of Power Shell
Double-click downloaded file to install. Reboot after install may be required
> CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD CMD PROMPT REGISTRY ENTRY <

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@kazp3r - Here is your fixed Coffee Mod BIOS Program in by erase chip first, then blank check, then open BIOS file and write/verify.
Once done, remove clip from board, remove power cables or shut off PSU at switch, then press and hold case power on switch or short pins for 10-15 seconds, then clear CMOS via pins, then wait one full minute with no power to the board.
Then start system with Coffee CPU, enter BIOS, load optimal defaults, save and exit/reboot back to BIOS to make all other changes you need.
http://s000.tinyupload.com/index.php?fil...572819247523450

Does both Ethernet work before you flash in the BIOS above?? if yes, that is odd, since MAC ID is missing from GbE, I assume one or both Ethernet should not work

*** WARNING *** - This BIOS is user specific! If you are not user kazp3r at Win-RAID.com forum, DO NOT USE THIS BIOS!!
If you do, and you are not kazp3r, then you will loose your serial, UUID, OG NVRAM, and possibly LAN MAC ID as well.
You have been warned!!!

@ArashMiniStar - Very nice, you have unlocked FD! Can you confirm, you can do this now too, correct >> FPTw.exe -desc -f fd.bin
So, you can dump entire BIOS with FPT >> FPTw.exe -d SPI.bin
Then use one of the Coffee AIO tools on your SPI dump, it will downgrade ME FW to version you want. Then you flash in the downgraded ME FW version, and the coffee Mod FD like this using Coffee Modified BIOS
>> FPTw.exe -ME -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -desc -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -greset
When you do -greset, be ready, it should auto reboot system

Then you can flash in your Coffee Mod BIOS using M-Flash. Or, if possible, and no BIOS lock, you can just directly flash the entire Coffee mod BIOS with FPT
>> FPTw.exe -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -greset

Zitat von Lost_N_BIOS im Beitrag #1107

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@kazp3r - Here is your fixed Coffee Mod BIOS Program in by erase chip first, then blank check, then open BIOS file and write/verify.
Once done, remove clip from board, remove power cables or shut off PSU at switch, then press and hold case power on switch or short pins for 10-15 seconds, then clear CMOS via pins, then wait one full minute with no power to the board.
Then start system with Coffee CPU, enter BIOS, load optimal defaults, save and exit/reboot back to BIOS to make all other changes you need.
http://s000.tinyupload.com/index.php?fil...572819247523450

Does both Ethernet work before you flash in the BIOS above?? if yes, that is odd, since MAC ID is missing from GbE, I assume one or both Ethernet should not work

*** WARNING *** - This BIOS is user specific! If you are not user kazp3r at Win-RAID.com forum, DO NOT USE THIS BIOS!!
If you do, and you are not kazp3r, then you will loose your serial, UUID, OG NVRAM, and possibly LAN MAC ID as well.
You have been warned!!!

@ArashMiniStar - Very nice, you have unlocked FD! Can you confirm, you can do this now too, correct >> FPTw.exe -desc -f fd.bin
So, you can dump entire BIOS with FPT >> FPTw.exe -d SPI.bin
Then use one of the Coffee AIO tools on your SPI dump, it will downgrade ME FW to version you want. Then you flash in the downgraded ME FW version, and the coffee Mod FD like this using Coffee Modified BIOS
>> FPTw.exe -ME -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -desc -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -greset
When you do -greset, be ready, it should auto reboot system

Then you can flash in your Coffee Mod BIOS using M-Flash. Or, if possible, and no BIOS lock, you can just directly flash the entire Coffee mod BIOS with FPT
>> FPTw.exe -f CoffeeBIOSName.bin
>> FPTw.exe -greset

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@ArashMiniStar - You have to modify BIOS first So NO, DO NOT Flash anything inside coffeetime internal folders, that ME FW in there is stock blank (no ME FW settings for your specific board)!
You have to drag and drop your BIOS (SPI.BIN) onto coffetime EXE to modify the BIOS, then once done you flash like below

FPTw.exe -ME -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -desc -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -greset
Then M-Flash SPICoffeeModName.bin BIOS, renamed first to stock BIOS name and extension.

Or
FPTw.exe -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -greset

If you want me to make you Coffee Mod BIOS, upload your SPI.bin for me, and tell me your old CPU model, and your new Coffee CPU SSPEC (printed on top of CPU)

Zitat von Lost_N_BIOS im Beitrag #1109

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@ArashMiniStar - You have to modify BIOS first So NO, DO NOT Flash anything inside coffeetime internal folders, that ME FW in there is stock blank (no ME FW settings for your specific board)!
You have to drag and drop your BIOS (SPI.BIN) onto coffetime EXE to modify the BIOS, then once done you flash like below

FPTw.exe -ME -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -desc -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -greset
Then M-Flash SPICoffeeModName.bin BIOS, renamed first to stock BIOS name and extension.

Or
FPTw.exe -f SPICoffeeModName.bin
FPTw.exe -greset

If you want me to make you Coffee Mod BIOS, upload your SPI.bin for me, and tell me your old CPU model, and your new Coffee CPU SSPEC (printed on top of CPU)

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