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Before updating, please read the installation instructions and important information noted below.
DELL,DSK PROG,BIOS,FWH,T5500,A13,A13
Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.Dell Precision T5500 System BIOS
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Fixes & Enhancements
1.Add High IO performance option in Setup.
2.Disable QPI L1 when C-States have been disabled.
3.Add the changes that ties ASPM to the C-State switch.
4.Add TSEG protection feature ENABLE_TSEG_SECURITY.
Read More2.Disable QPI L1 when C-States have been disabled.
3.Add the changes that ties ASPM to the C-State switch.
4.Add TSEG protection feature ENABLE_TSEG_SECURITY.
Version
A13, A13
Release date
16 May 2012
Download Type
System BIOS
Category
BIOS
Importance
RecommendedDell 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
File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: T5500A13.exe
File Size: 1.18 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:
e5b68a1506547873c6858380103ff8b7
SHA1:
7d0221f5fed4c5e8efb7f1744c3f3343292485bf
File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Linux
File Name: T5500A13.bin
File Size: 926.12 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. This format can be used to install from Linux.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
21f44ea4d6fb69c160d05a3b3b280f57
SHA1:
b65cee37e962ddab9ace1c449910d49b017dd538
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Applies to
PRECISION T5500 SYSTEM BIOS
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