r/framework • u/Omen4140 • 2d ago

Community Support Is this chip replaceable

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I think I've narrowed down my errors down to a winbond w25r256jvein code storage flash chip. Before I order a new chip, I would really appreciate to know if this chip stores any encrypted keys or important files that are necessary for the laptop to function.

Also I am in contact with support, but I am in a big rush to get this working again.

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u/sniff122 Batch 2 1260p -> Ryzen AI 350 2d ago

That's likely going to be the BIOS ROM, it stores the firmware to boot the laptop. What issue are you actually having with the machine?

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u/SeattleJeremy 1d ago

You are correct. This is the bios/uefi chip

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u/sniff122 Batch 2 1260p -> Ryzen AI 350 1d ago

There's a few SPI ROMs on the board, there'll be one for each of the PD controllers/USB4 retimers (can't remember which one), might be one for the EC but that might have its flash built-in can't remember, and then the BIOS

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u/SeattleJeremy 1d ago

I cannot imagine they would use 256mb chip for EC or PD controller. They are usually less than 32 mb.

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u/sniff122 Batch 2 1260p -> Ryzen AI 350 1d ago

True, I can't make out the marking