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.

N311Z,BIOS,A05

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.
N311Z BIOS A05
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Version

A05, A05

Release date

13 Sept 2012

Download Type

System BIOS

Category

BIOS

Importance

Recommended
Dell 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.
Available formats

File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: N311zA05.EXE
File Size: 2.68 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
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:
8cf081a143f3f4c451600173220b118a
SHA1:
385d01ee4e012cc5ccf3e107d8d80cba39149ba9
SHA-256:
79809f62b558a734d59a005ade11ffa4a0a4e1236a5fa79944ff46818d5f6b6a

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Inspiron N311z System BIOS
N331zA05.exe

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