Do not turn off your computer or disconnect from the power source while updating the BIOS as this could harm your computer. During the update, your computer will restart and you may briefly see a black screen.
Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Alienware Area 51 System BIOS, A10
AUTO INSTALLED This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.Alienware Area51 System BIOS
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Area51-A10.exe | 1.99 MBEnter the Service Tag of your device to check the compatibility of this download with your device.
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
File Format:
CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name:
Area51-A10.exe
File Size:
1.99 MB
Format Description
This file format consists of a BIOS executable file. The Universal (Windows/MS DOS) format can be used to install from any Windows or MS DOS environment.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
37f4d7557f3c8086511ba2be0a911e28
SHA1:
3c097ff5a6a1532165d4eb4540d1d95b5cb3e029
SHA-256:
720e819e31fdf8d66dba480d1d4cf9f2a64ca8ebb2a3cfe903b9503ad23f46a5
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Fixes & Enhancements
1. Added BIOS recovery functionality
2. Improved XMP experience including addition of XMP Profile 2 access
3. Changed 2x5 USB header behavior to allow all USB ports to have wake capabilities
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2. Improved XMP experience including addition of XMP Profile 2 access
3. Changed 2x5 USB header behavior to allow all USB ports to have wake capabilities
Version
A10, A10
Release date
08 Mar 2012
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
Supported Operating Systems
BIOS
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Applies to
Area 51 System BIOS
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