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 Studio Desktop 1909 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.Studio One 1909 BIOS Release
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Fixes & Enhancements
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BIOS Release Notes
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Systems: Dell Studio One 1909
Version: A10
Build Date: 10/29/2010
Fixes/Enhancements:
1.Fix occasional hang issue when updating BIOS.
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Copyright (C) 2010, All Rights reserved.
www.dell.com
BIOS Release Notes
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Systems: Dell Studio One 1909
Version: A10
Build Date: 10/29/2010
Fixes/Enhancements:
1.Fix occasional hang issue when updating BIOS.
Version
A10, A10
Release date
01 Nov 2010
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.
Available formats
File Format:
CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name:
SO19-A10.EXE
File Size:
1.16 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:
65f98fded408b4df96ec456c2e76c489
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Applies to
Studio Desktop 1909 BIOS
Installation instructions
Custom Instructions for SO19-A10.EXE:
Installation Instructions for the Universal (Windows/ DOS) format
Download file to Desktop
The file SO19-A10.EXE is using the Universal (Windows/ DOS) format and is designed to be directly executed from Windows environment.
NOTE: Shut down all other applications prior to running the BIOS update utility. The update utility reboots your system in order to get the new BIOS loaded.
Run the BIOS update utility from Windows environment
Run the BIOS update utility from DOS or DRMK environment (Non-Windows users)
NOTE: You will need to provide a bootable DOS or DRMK USB Memory Key. This executable file does not create the DOS or DRMK system files. The free size of the bootable DOS or DRMK USB Memory Key should be larger than 15 Mega Bytes.
Installation Instructions for the Universal (Windows/ DOS) format
- Download file to Desktop
- Use one of the methods below to flash the Bios.
- Run the BIOS update utility from Windows environment
- Run the BIOS update utility from DOS environment (Non-Windows users)
Download file to Desktop
The file SO19-A10.EXE is using the Universal (Windows/ DOS) format and is designed to be directly executed from Windows environment.
- Click Download now.
The File Download window appears. - Click the Save button.
The Save As window appears. - Select Desktop using the drop-down menu to the right of Save in.
- Click the Save button.
A progress meter moves as the download is completed. - If necessary, click X in the upper right-hand corner of the Download Progress Window to close it upon completion.
NOTE: Shut down all other applications prior to running the BIOS update utility. The update utility reboots your system in order to get the new BIOS loaded.
Run the BIOS update utility from Windows environment
- Double click the Icon on your desktop labeled SO19-A10.EXE.
The Update BIOS window appears - Click the Update button.
The message Updating BIOS. Please DO NOT POWER OFF! appears. BIOS update will begin. - After BIOS update complete, the WinFlash window appears to tell you "Update successful". Click Yes button. The system will restart and the BIOS Flash will be completed.
Run the BIOS update utility from DOS or DRMK environment (Non-Windows users)
NOTE: You will need to provide a bootable DOS or DRMK USB Memory Key. This executable file does not create the DOS or DRMK system files. The free size of the bootable DOS or DRMK USB Memory Key should be larger than 15 Mega Bytes.
- Copy the file SO19-A10.EXE to a bootable USB Memory Key.
- Boot from the USB Memory Key to the DOS or DRMK prompt.
- Run the file by typing Y:\SO19-A10.EXE (where y is the drive letter where the executable is located).
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