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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
Dell Server System BIOS, A07
Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.PowerEdge 1550, BIOS, A07
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Fixes & Enhancements
The following changes were made to the A06 basic input/output system
(BIOS) to create the A07 BIOS:
* Systems with 4-GB memory no longer hang when the legacy universal
serial bus (USB) BIOS support is enabled.
* Added code to allow the use of remote console during flash programming.
* Added the ability to enable or disable the second network interface
controller (NIC).
* Added code to enhance the stability of legacy USB keyboard and mouse under
Microsoft(R) Windows NT(R) 4.0.
* Added code to disable the power button while flashing the BIOS.
* Added peripheral component interconnect (PCI) power management.
Read More(BIOS) to create the A07 BIOS:
* Systems with 4-GB memory no longer hang when the legacy universal
serial bus (USB) BIOS support is enabled.
* Added code to allow the use of remote console during flash programming.
* Added the ability to enable or disable the second network interface
controller (NIC).
* Added code to enhance the stability of legacy USB keyboard and mouse under
Microsoft(R) Windows NT(R) 4.0.
* Added code to disable the power button while flashing the BIOS.
* Added peripheral component interconnect (PCI) power management.
Version
A07, A07
Release date
14 Feb 2002
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
OptionalDell Technologies recommends reviewing this update to determine if it applies to your system. The update contains changes that impact only certain configurations or provides new features that may or may not apply to your environment.
Available formats
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 32-Bit
File Name: PE1550-BIOS-WIN-A07.exe
File Size: 1.22 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 32bit format have been designed to run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. Dell Update Packages (DUP) in Microsoft Windows 64bit format will only run on Microsoft Windows 64bit Operating Systems. When selecting a device driver update be sure to select the one that is appropriate for your operating system.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
9864C12E749BFE7E54E34E71D8317DFB
File Format: One or more self extracting disk images inside of a self extracting zip
File Name: PE1550-BIOSA07.exe
File Size: 464.5 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.
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Applies to
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Server System BIOS
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions for PE1550-BIOS-WIN-A07.exe:
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 and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
5. Click the Install button.
6. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Dell Update Package Instructions for PE1550-BIOS-WIN-A07.exe:
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 and double-click the new file.
2. Read over the release information presented in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Install any necessary Embedded Systems Management firmware prior to this BIOS update.
5. Click the Install button.
6. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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