Attempting BIOS Update - Flash Access Denied

Question

Hi
I am attempting to flash update the BIOS on my Dimension E521.
having downloaded the file from the DELL site as instructed, when I attempt to run the .exe file (DME521-010110.EXE) I get a dialogue box...

'Flash Access Denied
Please make sure that you are logged in as an Administr\ator then try re-starting the application'

I am using Windows Vista and am 110% certain that the account I'm using has Administrator status. I've tried creating a new administrator account and had the same issue.

Any advice guideance gratefully received.

Thanks
Steve

helmecj01 · Answer

Hi

Right Click on DME521-010110.EXE and click Run as Administrator.

From Chris

My computer
Dell Dimension 1100
Microsoft Windows XP Home SP 2
512 MB of Ram
Nvidia Geforce FX 5200 256MB
Intel Celeron CPU 2.53GHz
HDD WDC WD800BB-75JCO 80GB C:
HDD Samsung SV2042H 20GB F:
TSSTcorp CDRWDVD TS-H492C D:
LITE-ON DVDRW LDW-851S E:
Linksys wireless-G WUSB54GS With SpeedBooster
Mozilla Firefox 2.0.0.9

My Security Software
VCOM SystemSuite 7 Professional
Windows Defender

slarti999 · Answer

Thanks - Couldn't see the obvious!

njeffrey · Answer

Hi,   I tried the same thing and it ran but it popped up an alert saying I had to unplug all USB devices except the keyboard and mouse. There are several devices inside the box that are plugged into the USB (e.g. memory card reader). Do I have to take it to bits and disconnect them as well or is it safe to continue with those still plugged in.   I never did a BIOS update before but Dell Support Center (which I just installed today) says it is a critical update. Am not really sure of the consequences of doing it or of not doing it.   Can anyone advise as to whether I should go ahead with it or leave it alone?   Any help much appreciated.

lpprikej · Answer

Sorry as I know its late, but you dont have to unplug anything internal. Just make sure there are no Memory Cards in the reader at the time and make sure there are no EXTERNAL items plugged into USB but mouse and KB. You should be fine.

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