Looking for BIOS file for HP Pavilion DV5-1125NR laptop

[ajaymeda]

I have another DV5-1007CL laptop in a working condition but it has an Intel processor and I noticed it has an F.11 BIOS version. Do you think a similar version BIOS might help with the DV5-1125NR board?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

The Intel BIOS file is completely different from the AMD BIOS file and would not work on the dv5-1125nr.

[ajaymeda]

Hi Paul,

So, I guess my BIOS is corrupted to the point of no possible recovery using USB. Here are my options I guess :

1. Order an EEPROM Programmer and try to write a fresh BIOS onto the chip. I don't have any experience.

2. Order a replacement motherboard from ebay for around 30 USD.

3. Sell the laptop for parts and move onto another.

What would you suggest?

Thanks,

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

I would go with option 3 unless you don't mind paying $30 for a motherboard, and don't mind the extensive amount of work to remove and replace the motherboard.

I don't see much point in investing any money into such an old notebook.

Here is the link to the service manual if you plan on replacing the motherboard.

c01550108.pdf (hp.com)

[Prométhée]

Indeed @ajaymeda  , if nothing works, it may be that unrecoverable
I also doubt whether it is worth spending time and money on such an old model.
Find a motherboard, which may only be refurbished, used, may not work..
No for me, I don't see too much interest either...

[ajaymeda]

Thank you so much both of you for all the support. I will sell this one for parts and invest my time and money in some other laptop.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome. 

I believe that is the right decision. 

[Prométhée]

Yes, sorry, I would have liked to be able to help out here, but it seems to be a waste of time
think carefully before buying; use comparison sites
sometimes for a few more dollars you will have a better configuration
Choose a model with SSD, but greater than 256 gb, otherwise it may be a bit tight!
maybe next time!