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 Precision M4500 System BIOS

Restart required Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.
This package provides the BIOS update for Dell Precision M4500 and is supported on Dell Precision M4500 model running the following Operating Systems: Windows and DOS.
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Fixes & Enhancements

Fixes/Enhancements
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1. Fix the failure of the operation system installation with 4GB or above system memory in UEFI mode.
2. Fix the system failed to restore operation system from hibernation state in UEFI mode.
3. Improve the FDE hard drive support.
4. BIOS flash update enhancement.
5. Updated the PXE option ROM to version 1.3.72.
6. Updated the manageability engine firmware to version 6.2.0.1022.
7. Updated Nvidia video BIOS.
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Version

A08, A08

Release date

08 May 2012

Download Type

System BIOS

Category

BIOS

Importance

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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: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: M4500A08.EXE
File Size: 5.23 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:
57d274453c80fec720972570483d98ae
SHA1:
686c5dece0fa10d9e8525e16d3b4e90d70ce23c0

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Notes:
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Please note that if the A01 BIOS is currently installed on your system you must
first apply the P02 patch (M4500P02.EXE) before upgrading to this BIOS.
Dell Precision M4500
Reboot will be required

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