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 Alienware M18XR2 System BIOS
AUTO 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 Alienware M18XR2 System BIOS A08
To view all drivers for your ALIENWARE M18X R2, go to Drivers and downloads.
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M18R2A08WIN64.exe | 4.59 MBEnter the Service Tag of your device to check the compatibility of this download with your device.
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File Format:
CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name:
M18R2A08WIN64.exe
File Size:
4.59 MB
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:
0c7a9c8ff62bb858e3bbb060ba05f072
SHA1:
a98e2b2b2467290fabf6f171b27d1f698afe9579
SHA-256:
0c2278e874285210e826fd7c8852dfa54e0cb63d8b84bb41b28c1f11cdddae83
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Version
A08, A08
Release date
12 Oct 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.
Supported Operating Systems
BIOS
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Applies to
Alienware M18XR2
Installation instructions
M18XR2A08WIN.exe
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