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.

Inspiron 660 / Vostro 270 system BIOS

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.
Inspiron 660 / Vostron 270 system BIOS version A05
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MSK-A05.exe | 10.8 MB
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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: MSK-A05.exe
File Size: 10.8 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:
8ecd02c7f585abbec29bd28c8eefac21
SHA1:
714d1f0b880f1f7d4936063a4a3183a33b173530
SHA-256:
d13a0204e9762987d0803490d59d01f2b815354a938ce9da79cdbef0bca72fa5

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Fixes & Enhancements

Initial release for Windows 8 support and also applicable to Windows 7
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Version

A05, A05

Release date

02 Oct 2012

Download Type

System BIOS

Category

BIOS

Importance

Optional
Dell Technologies recommends reviewing this update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that impact only certain configurations or provides new features that may or may not apply to your environment.

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DO NOT POWER OFF the system while flashing bios!
Dell Inspiron 660 / Vostro 270
Run MSK-A05.exe in Windows to update bios.

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