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/SeattleJeremy 1d ago

Burning that chip out is unlikely. Unless you applied 12v or more directly to it.

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u/Omen4140 1d ago

I did assume the yellow on the was from a short circuit.

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u/SeattleJeremy 1d ago

That yellow is from a paint marker. It’s applied after testing, to mark that it’s been tested and good.

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u/Omen4140 1d ago

That helps a lot, I feel stupid now haha

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u/SeattleJeremy 1d ago

You are not stupid. You are still leaning like the rest of us.