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.

V1450,BIOS,A08

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.
SW,BIOS,A08
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Version

A08, A08

Release date

12 Sep 2012

Download Type

System BIOS

Category

BIOS

Importance

Recommended
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

File Format: CPG BIOS Executable for Windows/DOS
File Name: V1450A08.EXE
File Size: 2.75 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:
123f5d45a9e31e43683c82e2b7e6c230
SHA1:
dd996b3aa829c87820475513fe6ebfb7bc9f5e43
SHA-256:
7a8a9b5ec62e04cb9cb661bf92f3f317d74fd58ff05c2c77a84e211d69b652bf

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V1450A08.EXE

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