Hey, found your site while researching programming EC chips. Brief background: I have an old 2013 Alienware m17xr4 laptop. Was upgrading RAM/GPU/Display/SSDs mostly just for fun. In the process of adjusting bios, the computer failed to post. Attempted a blind flash which failed and left he laptop totally unresponsive. Using a CH341A Hardware programmer with cable clip, I have been able to repair the BIOS. But the computer remains unresponsive leading me to believe the EC chip is also corrupted. I have a viable .bin to use with the EC chip, but I cannot seem to make the upload stick. I can clip and detect the EC chip (which appears wiped). I can program with my .bin. But then verification fails and it still looks like the chip is wiped. Appreciate any advice. I don’t have the expertise to solder/desolder the chip, and I know a new motherboard may be in my future. But is there any other last ditch effort I should try with the programmer? Thanks, Zac
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Zac Alexander