[Problem] Bricked bios on ROG Strix G16 (2023) G614JV-AS73

BIOS/UEFI Modding BIOS Modding Guides and Problems
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New here, first post.

Was following bad guide from AI, now have zero signed secure boot keys, or at least a video OPROM issue so no POST. Laptop keyboard lights, as well as power indicator and brief flashing of drive light when there is a drive in. Should have researched better. See the UEFI info on the arch wiki, specifically the warning at the beginning of section 3.1 where it warns about this :frowning:: https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/Unified_Extensible_Firmware_Interface/Secure_Boot Feeling pretty stupid lol.

Have a boardview file, think I have identified the chip, unclippable with ch341a (not soic8, i think it’s WSON 8). No jumper pads, no bios battery, have tried leaving battery unplugged from board overnight, holding power button for 40 seconds, etc. If there are somehow bios flashback keyboard shortcuts, I have not found them, nor do I know if they would make any difference because as far as I know bios updates skip platform keys I do not have a micro-soldering station.

I think I can get a shop to do it, but I want to make sure I have identified the correct chip and that I have a file that can fix this issue so that they can do it quickly and easily. Need secure boot off/keys cleared, hence possible nvram clear. Other option is a new board ($600-$1200) or buying a new laptop all of which I would like to avoid.

I am also aware that there are probes as an alternative to the soic8 clip, but i am a little wary of that option, please advise on what it would entail and if it as good idea if I were to go the route of purchasing something like this: https://ebay.us/m/n9R1ME

If I can get it done myself, I would much prefer.

If not, what is a fair price to have a shop attempt?

Attached is a picture of what I think is the bios flash. Can’t upload BV file on account of being new but if anyone wants it I am happy to send it some other way. Can also provide the stock bios for this laptop, but I have no way to dump the chip so I can’t provide the specific one on mine.

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Here is a screenshot of the chip in the BV:

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BV File:
G614 (60NR0C60-MB1100) G614JV MB_0M_I9_13980HX BoardView.zip (223.8 KB)

Stock BIOS located here:

(not a .bin unfortunately but I have no Idea how to do that) (it is the g614JV)
If mod unneeded, please advise what I should tell the shop. I’m assuming at least a “clear” is needed.

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Lesson learned on “Critical” STILL NEEDED HUMAN WORK??? Keep feeding those “$Poor$” class of human society “exploiters” of ignorant users.
They are indeed needed for human advance to future but meanwhile… can’t you all see what drives current AI engine generations…well you got the result.

Lessons apart… why was the system subjected to such actions? Are there any backups (Detailed model/SN must be provided) of any ICs of the system prior to these actions? No? Then original system data is lost or partial… System can be re-programmed with blank image and if no experience from user i do not advise further actions on things that can’t be teach in a snap of a finger.

The service could be around 50 to 100€…depending on country, etc… The IC is a surface mounted one WSON and the “needle” “Pogo clip” is one of the options in the market for home user’s “enthusiasts”.

The extracted Asus file G614JV.331 is not a ready image to program, it could be attempted to swap/restore GUID volumes from this file… with a low rating sucess.

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System ME FW v16.1 region could be also “clean” re-initialized according the guide as an option on the original backup.
That’s all, good luck.

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Was making modifications to my secure boot to allow my arch install through for the purpose of being able to game on windows (valorant). I skipped the signing of the keys step due to bad instructions/stupidity. No backups at all were made. I am completely fine with a blank UEFI, I just need secure boot turned off so that the graphics OpROM and others are allowed through, as I said the laptop does not POST. PC repair is not great around here, (Boise, USA. Surprisingly. Have been in contact with several shops for other issues in the past to low success) but I will try, I just want to make sure I am educated this time as to not make decisions based on poor information a second time.

is $150 USD a fair price? Have heard back from one shop, but I am not sure if they understood what is needed (am in the process of following up), and pricing is high around here so I was skeptical (worried is too low).

Additionally, the ebay link is an example of said pogo clip yes, and it will work for like tasks? Just want to make doubly sure. I plan on purchasing some flashing tools anyway due to the fact that I want to modify an old motherboard bios in the future, but I agree this is probably not when I should learn.

Lastly some questions. Where can I obtain a flashable image to give to the shop? Will reflashing the whole chip solve my issue? and could you explain a bit more in detail both the screenshots provided and a general explanation of what the ME FW is and what purpose it would serve?

I request a general step by step for both if I were to attempt this repair myself or if I were to send it to the shop.

Thank you for all info provided thus far, I have hope now.

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Well they are not putting new hw pieces, all you pay is their skill, professionalism and time… sometimes a bit consuming against charged values, so i believe as being a remote region, this as a fair price, disassembly, de-soldering IC as most pros do should be the case unles sensitive ares/week pcb/components around, i can tell you that cant be done in a blink of an eye and it depends on avaible information/tools around… so yes if succeded, more then deserved value to pay.
Or as its your own asset and your money…play with it as you want sir.

You wont have to give nothing, it’s their task if accepted… the service is all done by the shop (Pro…not a “curious” one) or NOT at all.

As i said and still stands, this is not an easy task for users that never done, so stop asking to teach what cant be teach in a forum by a few posts, do you really imagine teaching all this to all “curious” users like you on a forum, get real please, go take some Electronics night school/courses.
Nothing more to add to this thread/issue, again over_N_OUT.

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I appreciate your reply, but I fear you may have misjudged me. Am 20 years old, of course not nearly as experienced as yourself, but certainly more than a “curious” one. Have been taking apart pc’s, laptops, game consoles, since the age of 8, modifying them… regular soldering since age 12… with high success. This mistake was a lapse in judgement rather than an indication of my typical form. AI has made me a bit lazy I will admit but 12 years ago AI was not prevalent enough to be my information source, and after this blunder it will cease to be again.

The reason I ask so many questions is not mere curiosity, but rather to make intelligent and informed decisions as this blunder has reminded me to do so. I am not comfortable sending my device into a shop and paying money if I am not confident in what repairs they shall do. And it is possible that there may be no shop near me that is capable.

Additionally, with this being both new and an ASUS device, long term and/or competent support from the manufacturer, even when in contact with a repair shop, is not guaranteed due to poor right to repair and consumer protections in the USA (where I live), as well as recent concerns and issues arising with ASUS as a company recently. I am concerned that the repair shop will not be able to get ahold of a flashable bios. I appreciate your concern, and I understand where you are coming from. I am also not requesting a fully in depth tutorial on microsoldering. That is one thing I will not do/attempt. However, with the pogo clip mentioned, I am comfortable and confident in attempting, and am kindly asking for advice in order to have the most success. If ever i reach a point that is out of my depth, I will stop. This whole debacle has stripped me of pride. I am here for that reason and because I truly do not have anywhere else to turn to. Bios flashing is not commonly taught in academia on it’s own, and even if it were, I am not in a place financially to pay for such a class. Microsoldering is common in computer science degrees, but I am pursuing a different field in technology, and have no elective courses due to multiple cerificates, a minor, 2 jobs. I do think this is a great suggestion but I am not in a place to pursue it. I am in a place of desperation. I cannot smartly afford a board replacement, and if I can even save money by safely doing the repair on my own, that would also help me out a lot!

I am a person who likes to learn and grow from his mistakes, and that is what I am doing here. I asked several questions in my last reply, will reiterate:

Where can I obtain a flashable bios image? (you stated that the one I found is not)
Will a full reflash fix the issue I have described?
Please explain the meaning of the images you provided

ANY information on where I should start learning how to flash without removing the IC.

I understand your caution, and I do believe it is warranted, but I am an eager learner who will be cautious first and confident last of all.

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Sorry, you have ZERO bases of knowlodge, take your time as this is a very inforamtive forum with plenty of cases, information, guides, feel free to take some hours of reading and learn from it.
All the best.

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Of the three questions I asked, I believe that I can at least find the information on a flashable bios image, but I would really appreciate a yes or no to this question:

and a deeper explanation of the images YOU provided. why provide them with no explanation? What software is it? what does it tell me? and the like

I am not trying to be pushy, but I am out of options. Have already spent multiple hours reading and have learned a decent bit before creating an account. Found this site because of such research. If you recommend a basis of knowledge, then kindly point me in the right direction, recommend specific posts. What should I search specifically that will either introduce me to the basics I need or context related to my problem? I am in a situation where if the shop cannot do it, I WILL have to do it myself, and I think both you and I would agree that it is better if I am well informed.

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Sir… neither i or some else and only you, knows the state and “how deep the rabbit hole goes” of the system to answer that
Several systems with bios/me fw corruption can be fixed with a full SPI image programed back others not and require further actions, simple as that.
Bios images are taken from OEM’s files, some are ready to program others, as your are not and require further work, there’s no other sources unless you have a buddy on the “inside” working on Asus…your case, understood now.

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I just got off the phone with the only shop near me that does in house micro-soldering, they do not do this kind of reflash. I will be stuck doing this on my own. Knowing that, should I purchase the pogo pin probe and proceed with an intel FPT dump?