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 Server Custom BIOS, A04

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.
OEM Ready 850, BIOS, A04
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Fixes & Enhancements

* Fixed issue where Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 98 DOS CD does not boot from USB
CD-ROM drive.
* Fixed incorrect reporting of last boot device number when booting to the
Utility partition or doing a PXE boot.
* Fixed Multi-processor table entries when PCI-to-PCI bridge cards are
installed.
* Fixed a system password security issue.
* Fixed issue where Thermal Monitor 2 was disabled for Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4
631 3.0GHz Processors.
* Fixed issue where the Front Side Bus speed could be reported incorrectly.
* Changed BIOS Setup help message for password status.
* Applied Intel PCI-HUB (PXH-V) recommended programming updates required when
two or more PCI cards are installed.
* Added Intel Pentium 4 and Intel Pentium D Processor on 65 nm process D0
Stepping Microcode (Patch ID=07h)
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Version

A04, A04

Release date

25 Jul 2007

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 View Important Information

File Format: ISO Image for CD-ROM
File Name: OEMR-850-A04-BIOSe.iso
File Size: 1.47 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains an ISO image used to create a CDROM. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, then create a CD using your preferred CD burning software.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
79bea57a487aee31fc586a94b3510e5f
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

File Format: One or more self extracting disk images inside of a self extracting zip
File Name: OEMR-850-A04-BIOSe.exe
File Size: 614.23 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file contains a compressed (or zipped) set of files. Download the file to a folder on your hard drive, then double-click it to unzip the set of files. Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
5b4dbfb6ee1c82b5016ad03113cd4a4f
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

File Format: Flash BIOS executable
File Name: 8041A04e.exe
File Size: 356.51 KB
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. To use it, download the file and copy it to a DOS-bootable USB flash drive, then boot the system to the USB flash drive and run the program.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
5b534c39fa08f24647b4b47b4d3f68cf
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

File Format: External release notes
File Name: 8041A04e.txt
File Size: 3.06 KB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format contains plain text which can be viewed with a standard text editor.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
c808169f05af358ddfb2f7f0fb107c74
SHA1:
Not available
SHA-256:
Not available

By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.

Additional details

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Dell logo/names has been removed from the BIOS splash screen and the BIOS setup screen.
Everything else is identical to the Dell PE850 A04 BIOS.
INFO,NSRS,SET AHCI,OPTI
Server Custom BIOS
Custom Instructions for 8041A04e.exe:

Download
1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link if you accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation
NOTE: You must provide a DOS bootable media, such as a USB key. This executable file does not create the DOS system files.
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
2. Update the name of the file to DOS recognizable format (8.3). If you do not update the filename to 8.3 format, the filename will be truncated to 8.3 format.
3. Copy the file to the bootable device.
4. Boot the system to DOS by using the bootable device.
5. Run the executable under DOS. Follow the instructions provided by the flash utility.
Instructions for 8041A04e.txt:

1) Click Download now.
The File Download window appears.

2) Click the Save button.
The Save As window appears.

3) Select Desktop using the drop-down menu to the right of Save in.

4) Click the Save button.
A progress meter moves as the download is completed.

5) If necessary, click X in the upper right-hand corner of the Download Progress Window to close it upon completion.

6) Double click the Icon on your desktop for the newly saved file.
The Dell Bios Release Notes window appears.

Instructions for OEMR-850-A04-BIOSe.exe


NOTE: In order to create this diskette, this file must be downloaded to and executed on a system running Microsoft Windows.

Download

1. Click the Download Now link 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.
2. Run the executable file by double-clicking on the icon.
3. Click the Setup button.
4. Follow the directions to create the FlashBIOS update diskette.
5. Insert the created FlashBIOS update diskette in the target system.
6. Reboot the system.
7. When prompted, press the Y key to execute the FlashBIOS update.
8. Remove the diskette and reboot system.


Instructions for OEMR-850-A04-BIOSe.iso:

NOTE: In order to use this file, you need a CD-R or CD-RW and appropriate software to create a CD from the downloaded image

Download

1. Click the Download Now link to download the file.
2. When the File Download window appears, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation

1. Follow your CD writing software vendor's instructions to create a CD from the downloaded .ISO file.


BIOS update instructions

1. Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Boot the system to the CD-ROM.
3. Follow the screen instructions to complete the BIOS update.

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