Phoenixtool Ver211
Loreta Mihor
Phoenixtool Ver211: A Tool for BIOS Modding
BIOS, or Basic Input/Output System, is a firmware that controls the boot process and the hardware settings of a computer. BIOS modding is the process of modifying or creating BIOS sections to change or enhance the functionality of the system. For example, BIOS modding can enable overclocking, unlocking hidden features, changing logos, or enabling SLIC 2.1 for Windows activation.
Phoenixtool Ver211 is a software tool that allows users to edit and create multiple BIOS sections for various laptops and desktops. It supports Hewlett-Packard (HP), Insyde Software, Phoenix Technologies and Dell BIOSes. It can also extract and modify various modules such as microcode, logo, DMI, SLIC and certificate.
In this article, we will introduce Phoenixtool Ver211 and its features, as well as show you how to use it to update your Dell BIOS with a newer Intel Rapid Storage ROM.
What is Phoenixtool Ver211?
Phoenixtool Ver211 is an updated version of Phoenixtool 2.66, which was released in 2015 by Vinafix.com. The new version has some bug fixes and improvements, such as support for newer BIOSes, better GUI and more options. Phoenixtool Ver211 can be downloaded from Trello or Sway .
Phoenixtool Ver211 is useful for users who want to customize their BIOS settings, such as overclocking, unlocking hidden features, changing logos or enabling SLIC 2.1 for Windows activation. However, it requires some technical knowledge and caution, as modifying BIOS can be risky and may cause system instability or damage. Users should always backup their original BIOS before using Phoenixtool Ver211 and follow the instructions carefully.
How to use Phoenixtool Ver211?
To use Phoenixtool Ver211, users need to have a compatible BIOS file that they want to modify. They can either extract the BIOS file from their system using a tool like Universal BIOS Backup Toolkit or download it from the manufacturer's website. Then, they need to run Phoenixtool Ver211 and open the BIOS file. The tool will show various information and options for the BIOS file, such as the manufacturer, version, date, size and sections. Users can then select the sections they want to edit or create and make the changes they want. For example, they can change the logo by selecting the Logo section and browsing for a new image file. They can also add or remove modules by selecting the Modules section and clicking on the Add or Remove buttons.
After making all the changes, users need to save the modified BIOS file and flash it to their system using a tool like WinFlash or AFU.
How to update your Dell BIOS with a newer Intel Rapid Storage ROM?
One of the modules that users can update with Phoenixtool Ver211 is the Intel Rapid Storage ROM, which is a firmware that controls the SATA controller and RAID configuration of the system. Updating this ROM can improve the performance and compatibility of your system, especially if you have an SSD or a RAID setup.
To update your Dell BIOS with a newer Intel Rapid Storage ROM, you need to follow these steps:
- Download Phoenixtool Ver211 from this link and extract it to a folder on your desktop.
- Download the latest BIOS file for your specific Dell model from this link and save it in the same folder as Phoenixtool Ver211.
- Open Phoenixtool Ver211 and load the Dell BIOS file that you downloaded. You will see a log output telling you it found the public key.
- Click on the Advanced button and enable/disable options to match the image below:
- Identify and update the module you want to change inside the BIOS. For example, if you want to update the Intel Rapid Storage ROM, you need to find the file named 20_22.ROM in the dump folder that Phoenixtool created. You can confirm this by looking into the contents of the file using a strings application or a hex editor and seeing the Intel Rapid Storage string inside of it:
- Once you have identified the ROM you need to update, go to this link and find the ROM that you'd like to change it with. In this case, we used Intel RST RAID ROM v11.2.0.1527 which appears to be the recommended one for Raid 0 configurations.
- Extract the .bin from the archive and replace your ROM file (in this case 20_22.ROM) with the updated ROM.
- Save the modified BIOS file and flash it to your system using a tool like WinFlash or AFU.
Note: You should always check if your chipset is supported by the ROM you choose and proceed with caution as you may risk bricking your system if you use an incompatible ROM.
Conclusion
Phoenixtool Ver211 is a powerful tool that can help you customize your BIOS settings and update your modules. It can also help you flash and root your Android device or create a bootable SD card with any Android firmware file. However, it is not a tool for beginners and requires some technical skills and caution. You should always backup your data and original BIOS before using Phoenixtool Ver211 and follow the instructions carefully.
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