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• Bios Tools

  Collection of BIOS and firmware related tools, utilities, scripts, and software
  used for analysis, backup, flashing, modification, recovery, and diagnostics
  of BIOS, UEFI, and firmware images.

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  BIOS Tools — Firmware, UEFI and BIOS Utilities This section is dedicated to BIOS, UEFI and firmware related tools used for analysis, backup, flashing, recovery, modification, and diagnostics. Here you can discuss, share, and document tools commonly used in advanced BIOS modding, firmware research, and low-level system work. 🔹 What you can find in this section Topics in BIOS Tools may include: BIOS and UEFI backup & dump utilities Firmware flashing tools (DOS / Windows / EFI / SPI programmers) BIOS analysis and editing software Intel ME / AMD PSP related tools Firmware verification and validation utilities Recovery tools for corrupted or bricked BIOS Vendor-specific and generic firmware utilities 🔹 Supported platforms and environments Discussions may cover tools for: AMI / Insyde / Phoenix BIOSes Desktop and laptop systems Intel and AMD platforms DOS, Windows, Linux, and UEFI Shell environments External programmers (CH341A, RT809H, TL866, etc.) 🔹 Posting guidelines When creating a new topic, please include: Tool name and version Purpose and main functionality Supported BIOS / firmware types Supported hardware or chipsets Usage notes or basic instructions Known limitations or risks Official source or reference (if available) ⚠️ Do not post malware, cracked software, or unverified executables. ⚠️ Use tools at your own risk — BIOS and firmware operations can permanently damage hardware if used incorrectly. This pinned topic is for informational purposes only. Please create a new topic for each tool, question, or discussion. Welcome to BIOS Tools — where firmware work begins.
• Drivers and Tools

  This category is dedicated drivers, utilities

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  Welcome to the Puzzle Drivers and Tools section. This category is dedicated to non-standard, uncommon, experimental, or undocumented drivers and system tools that require analysis rather than simple installation. Typical topics discussed here include: • Unusual or vendor-specific drivers • Legacy or discontinued drivers • Drivers with undocumented behavior • Tools interacting with low-level hardware or firmware • Diagnostic and reverse-engineering utilities • Drivers related to BIOS, firmware, ACPI, EC, or chipset behavior • Compatibility issues that cannot be solved by official vendor packages This section is intended for advanced troubleshooting and technical discussion. If your issue can be solved by downloading an official driver from a vendor website, this is probably not the right place. Before creating a new topic, please include: • Exact hardware model • Operating system and version • Driver or tool name and version • Source of the driver or tool • Clear description of the problem or unusual behavior This pinned topic is for informational purposes only. Please create a new topic for your specific case or question.
• Intel Management Engine

  Guides and troubleshooting for Intel Management Engine (Intel ME / CSME): firmware versions, update/rollback risks, driver issues, provisioning (AMT), and diagnostics tools for legitimate device repair and support.

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  This pinned post is a practical starting point for Intel Management Engine (Intel ME / CSME) topics. Intel Management Engine (ME), referred to as CSME on modern platforms, is a firmware subsystem integrated into the Intel chipset (PCH). It handles low-level platform functions such as: • Platform initialization services used by BIOS/UEFI • Security and trust-related platform services (boot-time verification, provisioning support) • Intel MEI driver communication • Optional enterprise features like Intel AMT (if supported and provisioned) This category is for legitimate diagnostics, repair, and support on devices you own or are authorized to service. What you can ask here (allowed topics) ME/CSME firmware identification • How to check ME version correctly • Matching correct ME firmware branch to platform/chipset Driver and OS issues • Intel MEI driver install failures • Device Manager errors related to MEI • Sleep/boot issues linked to MEI/CSME Health checks and diagnostics • How to interpret safe tool outputs (MEInfo / basic status) • Symptoms of corrupted/disabled ME firmware AMT / provisioning basics (when applicable) • What AMT is, when it exists, and common provisioning mistakes What is NOT allowed here • Requests to bypass passwords, ownership locks, corporate policies, or security controls • Any instructions intended to gain unauthorized access to devices or networks Before you create a new topic, please prepare • Exact device model (laptop/board), CPU + chipset • BIOS/UEFI version • ME/CSME version (if known) and how you checked it • Clear description of the problem + what changed recently (BIOS update, driver update, etc.) • Screenshots/logs (Device Manager error, Event Viewer entries, etc.) Common symptoms (quick orientation) • MEI device error in Device Manager (code 10/43, missing driver, repeated reconnect) • Very slow boot or hangs after BIOS update • ME firmware update fails or reports mismatch • AMT/MEBx options missing or inconsistent (often platform/feature dependent) If you’re unsure where to start: Create a topic and use the template provided in the category. The more exact your platform and versions are, the faster you’ll get a correct answer.
• NVMe Support (AHCI/RAID) for Legacy Systems

  Guides and support for NVMe boot and storage on legacy PCs and laptops (UEFI/Legacy BIOS), including AHCI and RAID controller drivers, modded BIOS solutions, and safe installation troubleshooting.

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  This pinned topic is a practical starting point for NVMe / AHCI / RAID driver questions on older systems (legacy BIOS, early UEFI, Windows 7/8/10/11, and mixed MBR/GPT setups). The goal: help you boot and run NVMe SSDs reliably, with or without BIOS modding, using the correct storage mode (AHCI/RAID), proper drivers, and correct boot configuration. What we cover here (allowed topics) NVMe boot on legacy platforms Adding NVMe support to a motherboard BIOS/UEFI (where possible) Using NVMe on systems that can’t boot NVMe (bootloader methods, secondary drive usage) GPT vs MBR, UEFI vs Legacy/CSM, secure boot considerations AHCI / RAID storage drivers & installation “No drives found” during Windows setup (WinPE driver loading) Intel RST / VMD / RAID mode vs pure AHCI AMD RAID vs AHCI (where applicable) Installing Windows on NVMe when BIOS/UEFI is picky or incomplete Troubleshooting common failures NVMe not detected in BIOS/UEFI, detected in OS only, or intermittent detection Boot loops after cloning / imaging 0x7B INACCESSIBLE_BOOT_DEVICE, 0xc000000e, “boot device not found” Slow boots, freezes, random disconnects (driver/firmware/power/adapter issues) Adapters, compatibility, and real-world limitations M.2-to-PCIe adapters and lane wiring (x1/x4/x16 slot behavior) PCIe generation negotiation issues on old chipsets BIOS size/structure limits that affect modding outcomes NVMe SSD firmware quirks, power management, and ASPM-related issues What is NOT allowed here Any request or instructions aimed at bypassing security policies, ownership locks, or unauthorized access Malware, stealth persistence, or “hide/disable security features” requests Anything illegal or clearly non-legitimate Before you create a new topic, please provide (copy/paste checklist) A) Hardware / platform Motherboard model + exact revision (if known) CPU model Chipset (if known) BIOS/UEFI vendor + version/date Boot mode currently used: UEFI / Legacy / CSM Storage mode: AHCI / RAID / Intel RST / VMD (if present) B) Drive + adapter details NVMe SSD brand + model + capacity NVMe firmware version (if available) If using adapter: M.2-to-PCIe adapter model + which slot used (x16/x4/x1) C) Operating system + install method OS version (Windows 7/8/10/11 / Linux distro) Clean install vs clone vs migration If Windows setup: what media (USB), and at what step the issue occurs D) The exact problem What exactly happens (error text, behavior) When it started (after BIOS update, driver change, clone, new SSD, etc.) What you already tried (so we don’t repeat basics) E) Evidence (highly recommended) Photos/screenshots of BIOS storage settings and boot page Disk Management screenshot (if visible in OS) Setup screen screenshot if “no drives found” Event Viewer / logs if you have them Quick guidance (most common fixes) If Windows Setup can’t see the drive: load the correct storage driver (RST/VMD/RAID) OR switch to AHCI when possible. If you cloned from SATA to NVMe and it won’t boot: check GPT/UEFI alignment and ensure the EFI partition exists and is used. If the drive is missing in BIOS but visible in OS: your platform likely can’t boot NVMe natively without a proper UEFI NVMe DXE / boot method. If detection is random: check adapter quality, slot lanes, BIOS PCIe settings, and power management. If you’re unsure where to start: Create a new topic and fill the checklist above. The more exact your board/BIOS mode/driver mode details are, the faster you’ll get a correct answer.