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.
Dell System BIOS
Restart required 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.This package provides BIOS update on the Inspiron N311z running with Windows 7 and Windows 8 operating systems.
To view all drivers for your Inspiron 13z N311z, go to Drivers and downloads.
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N311zA06.EXE | 2.68 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:
N311zA06.EXE
File Size:
2.68 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:
744924c8f415308317610da3431c74bd
SHA1:
3d61683d8f55d64e0e31d438491c44d9f0f7db37
SHA-256:
84ba2fbdd26f7617d3ead232dff6da6759a432c426781ef0b111fe50bdcfc85c
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Version
A06, A06
Release date
13 May 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
BIOS
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Applies to
Inspiron N311z System BIOS
Installation instructions
Download
1. Click Download Now to download the file "DN1A06.EXE"
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.Windows System will auto restart and update BIOS update while system startup screen
3.After BIOS flash finished, system will auto reboot.
Reboot will be required
1. Click Download Now to download the file "DN1A06.EXE"
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.Windows System will auto restart and update BIOS update while system startup screen
3.After BIOS flash finished, system will auto reboot.
Reboot will be required
Need help with BIOS issues?
Find a solution in Dell's BIOS troubleshooting and usage guide.Drivers help and tutorials
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