MMtool
MMtool is a utility program used to modify BIOS files, particularly those created by Phoenix Technologies. It allows users to view and edit individual modules in the BIOS file, such as VGA BIOS, LAN controller BIOS and other firmware components.
MMtool – BIOS modification
MMtool is intended to be used by advanced users who are familiar with modifying BIOS and firmware as it requires some technical knowledge and experience editing hexadecimal files. With MMtool users can extract, modify, and replace individual modules in a BIOS file, allowing you to customize and optimize BIOS settings for specific hardware configurations.
One of the key features of MMtool is its ability to display detailed information about each module in the BIOS file. This information includes module name, size, version number and other technical details. This can be useful for understanding how different modules interact with each other and identifying areas of the BIOS that can be optimized or modified.
Another key feature of MMtool is its ability to extract and replace individual modules in a BIOS file. This allows you to change specific settings and configurations without having to change the entire BIOS file. Users can extract a module from a BIOS file, modify it using a hex editor or other software, and then replace the original module in the BIOS file with the modified version.
MMtool supports a wide range of BIOS file formats, including those used by popular motherboard manufacturers such as Asus, Gigabyte > and MSI. It is also compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems.
Overall, MMtool is a powerful and versatile utility for modifying BIOS files. Although it requires some technical knowledge and experience with hex editing, it is a valuable tool for anyone who needs to customize or modify BIOS files. With the ability to extract, modify, and replace individual modules in a BIOS file, MMtool provides a flexible and efficient way to optimize BIOS settings for specific hardware configurations.
Using MMtool
- Download the latest version of MMtool.
- Install and run MMtool.
- Once launched, MMtool will display a file browser window. Use this window to navigate to the BIOS file you want to change.
- Once you have selected the BIOS file, click on the “Open” button to load the file into MMtool.
- MMtool will automatically scan the BIOS file and display a list of modules contained in the file. These modules may include items such as VGA BIOS, LAN Controller BIOS, and other firmware components.
- To view additional information about a specific module, click on the module name in the list. This will display detailed information about the module, including its size, version number and other technical details.
- To change a module, select the module from the list and click on the “Extract” button. This will extract the module into a separate file, which you can edit using a hex editor or other software.
- Once you have made the necessary changes to the module, click on the “Replace” button in MMtool and select the modified module file. Then MMtool will replace the original module in the BIOS file with the modified version.
- If you want to save the modified BIOS file, click on the “Save As” button and select a new file name for the modified file. You can also save the modified BIOS file in another format, such as a BIN or ROM file.
- If you encounter any problems or errors while using MMtool, please review the documentation on the Phoenix BIOS Editor website or seek help on the community forums >MMtool.
Overall, MMtool is a powerful and versatile utility for modifying BIOS files. It allows you to view and edit individual modules in the BIOS file, allowing you to change things like the VGA BIOS, LAN Controller BIOSand other onboard components software. Although MMtool requires some technical knowledge and experience with hex editing, it is a valuable tool for anyone who needs to customize or modify BIOS files.
Pros
- Can extract and insert modules into a BIOS image.
- Supports a wide range of file formats.
- Easy to use thanks to an intuitive interface.
Minuses
- The interface may seem difficult for beginners.
- Limited support for new motherboard chipsets.
- MAC or Linux support not available.