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.
Specter MLK (M14R2) BIOS A13
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.Release Dell Alienware M14R2 System BIOS A13 for Win7_64bit and Win8_64bit OS
To view all drivers for your ALIENWARE M14X R2, go to Drivers and downloads.
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M14R2A13WIN.exe | 4.47 MBEnter the Service Tag of your device to check the compatibility of this download with your device.
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File Format:
CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name:
M14R2A13WIN.exe
File Size:
4.47 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:
49e532b3ab44f5cb7287301e8680f715
SHA1:
96fef38a414abc52b214685ea6e6f461fbf3fa05
SHA-256:
bd248c87bb6cf94368ef6520715e7b6cd811d8e1d40fa356c3eb1218182b0d60
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes
-Not Applicable
Enhancements
-Enhanced SMBIOS TYPE01 Offset 19h to Product name.
-Enhanced update DIMM isolation protocol.
-Enhanced update ePSA to 4220A10.(4220.11).
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-Not Applicable
Enhancements
-Enhanced SMBIOS TYPE01 Offset 19h to Product name.
-Enhanced update DIMM isolation protocol.
-Enhanced update ePSA to 4220A10.(4220.11).
Version
A13
Release date
24 Jul 2013
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
Windows 7, 64-bit
Windows 8, 64-bit
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Applies to
Alienware M14XR2
Installation instructions
1. Click Download Now to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update
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