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January 29th, 2013 18:00
What's the current bios version for R4 ALX?
I've got some issues with the ambient sensors either reading 0'c on two or three of the sensors, or it reading 65'c on one only. I've uninstalled and reinstalled CC but to no help. All diagnostics tests pass. My current bios is A03, but depending on where you look in the support area, it says A03 or A07. Any idea?
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Spetz02
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January 31st, 2013 00:00
DELL-Kiran K
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January 30th, 2013 04:00
Hi Spetz02,
I request you to use the below link and input the service tag. Select BIOS and download it. The available version on Dell support site is A07 version:
http://dell.to/QjjZDA
This BIOS version fixes the OC settings which was manually not getting adjusted by end user in Bios A06 version.
If this doesn’t fix the issue that the computer is currently having I request you to give more information about the issue so that I can assist you.
If you have further questions do reply on the same post.
Spetz02
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January 30th, 2013 17:00
Thanks. I reinstalled CC again and then unplugged and drained the power..seems to work now for the sensors.
As for the bios update, is it needed or should I leave it at A03? Is there a change log available?
Spetz02
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January 30th, 2013 21:00
Looking through my original post, it seems I was asking two unrelated questions..what I meant to ask was does the new bios change anything with the MIO that could help the sensors? They are working again so am wondering if I need to update the bios if its not really needed at this point.
Spetz02
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January 30th, 2013 21:00
I have an R4 with ALX tower.. with my service # it says A03 is the newest, but if I go to R4 drivers it shows the A07..little confused on what to do here..
Tesla1856
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January 30th, 2013 23:00
It's whatever it says it is. The File Area is not in really good shape these days (you might get different answers to various queries). There is also the FTP site:
http://ftp.dell.com/Pages/Drivers/alienware-aurora-r4.html
If it's not broken, don't fix it.
Only flash BIOS while talking with Dell Phone Support. That way, when it bricks itself, you can get a free replacement motherboard.
Tesla1856
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January 31st, 2013 02:00
Cool. Ya, it's pretty easy to brick them so you should really have a reason to even try.
I think A07 might be the latest, but not sure it's the best. Haven't seen real BIOS change-logs in a long time.
MIO-Board firmware updates come with Command Center.
lynne4270
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January 31st, 2013 11:00
I now go a step furture when the bios gets updated. I let the tech get into my computer and him/her do it. I had a situation with another computer brand where I was on the phone with tech support and was advised to update the bios. I followed the instructions step by step, but something went wrong and the motherboard was bricked. They said it was my fault so that voided the warranty and I would have to pay for all repairs. I have only bought dell and Alienware since that time.