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.
Alienware m15/m17 R3 System BIOS
Restart required 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.This package contains the Dell system BIOS update. BIOS is a firmware package that is embedded on a small memory chip on the system board. It controls the keyboard, monitor, disk drives, and other devices.
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Alienware_m15_R3_m17_R3_1.8.0.EXE | 8.01 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:
Alienware_m15_R3_m17_R3_1.8.0.EXE
File Size:
8.01 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.
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MD5:
f2f5ee897fde229e47b2330d6fffc289
SHA1:
d82d6eadccc67b618ea8b6c35e0a12090503e436
SHA-256:
d1bf86dee563de49195859e0bf6a23b8d9dca1eec42c2c0394b92dc46cfe1126
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes:
- Fixed the issue where the Alienware Command Center does not display a warning message when an undersized power adapter is plugged into the system.
Enhancements:
- Enhanced the system stability when an undersized power adapter is plugged in.
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- Fixed the issue where the Alienware Command Center does not display a warning message when an undersized power adapter is plugged into the system.
Enhancements:
- Enhanced the system stability when an undersized power adapter is plugged in.
Version
1.8.0, 1.8.0
Release date
16 Mar 2021
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
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File Format:
BIOS Recovery Image File
File Name:
BIOS_IMG.rcv
File Size:
15.19 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 Recovery image file. This file is used for the System BIOS Recovery process to recover a system from a corrupted BIOS.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
ffdccdcbc75038278db09003da192239
SHA1:
22150852915ccd54152e55daf151bce390fb4a95
SHA-256:
4b0138b06886ee50b0df9e630ee357b5e25bb7cc3d6269eac2b33d2d58b00b78
By downloading, you accept the terms of the Dell Software License Agreement.
Important Information
- Once the BIOS is upgraded, you cannot downgrade the BIOS EXE/Recovery (RCV) to versions earlier than 1.5.0 due to restrictions. BIOS downgrades are restricted when there are security updates and important fixes with earlier versions that impact the functionality of the system.
- BIOS updates take no more than 5 minutes to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
- BIOS updates take no more than 5 minutes to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Other Available Versions
1.26.006 Feb 2024
1.25.008 Dec 2023
1.24.007 Aug 2023
1.23.008 Apr 2023
1.22.214 Mar 2023
1.21.014 Dec 2022
1.20.011 Oct 2022
1.19.008 Aug 2022
1.18.011 Jul 2022
1.17.013 Jun 2022
1.16.120 Apr 2022
1.15.015 Mar 2022
1.14.017 Feb 2022
1.13.008 Feb 2022
1.12.014 Dec 2021
1.11.005 Oct 2021
1.10.006 Sep 2021
1.9.230 Jul 2021
1.7.206 Jan 2021
1.6.025 Nov 2020
1.5.021 Aug 2020
1.3.022 Jun 2020
1.2.104 Jun 2020
1.1.022 May 2020
1.0.321 May 2020
Supported Operating Systems
BIOS
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Applies to
Dell Alienware m15 R3;Alienware m17 R3 System BIOS
Installation instructions
Updating the BIOS from Windows
Note 1: Before updating the BIOS, ensure that you suspend BitLocker encryption on a BitLocker-enabled system. If BitLocker is not enabled on your system, you can ignore this step. For information about how to disable BitLocker, see How to Enable or Disable BitLocker with TPM in Windows at support.dell.com.
Note 2: Do not turn off power or interrupt the BIOS update process during the update.
Note 3: Your system requires a restart after installing the BIOS. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download and Installation
1. Click Download File.
2. Click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
3. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
4. Double-click the new file.
5. The system restarts automatically and updates the BIOS at the system startup screen. After the BIOS update is complete, system restarts again.
Updating the BIOS from DOS with UEFI boot mode enabled (Non-Windows users, Load Legacy Option Disabled)
Note 1: Before updating the BIOS, ensure that you suspend BitLocker encryption on a BitLocker-enabled system. If it is not enabled on your system, you can ignore this step. For information about how to disable BitLocker, see How to Enable or Disable BitLocker with TPM in Windows at support.dell.com
Note 2: Do not turn off the power or interrupt the BIOS update process during the update.
Note 3: Your system requires a restart after installing the BIOS. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Installation
1. Copy the downloaded file to a bootable DOS USB drive.
2. Power on the system and then go to BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key.
3. Go to General > Boot Sequence > Boot > Boot List Option.
4. Change UEFI to Legacy of Boot List Option.
5. Go to Exit > Save Changes and reboot system.
6. Press F12 and then select USB Storage Device and boot to the DOS prompt.
7. Run the file by typing the file name.
8. The system restarts automatically and updates the BIOS at the system startup screen. After the BIOS update is complete, the system restarts again.
9. Go to BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key and go to General > Boot Sequence > Boot > Boot List Option.
10. Change Legacy to UEFI Boot Option.
11. Go to Exit > Save Changes and reboot the system.
Note 1: Before updating the BIOS, ensure that you suspend BitLocker encryption on a BitLocker-enabled system. If BitLocker is not enabled on your system, you can ignore this step. For information about how to disable BitLocker, see How to Enable or Disable BitLocker with TPM in Windows at support.dell.com.
Note 2: Do not turn off power or interrupt the BIOS update process during the update.
Note 3: Your system requires a restart after installing the BIOS. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download and Installation
1. Click Download File.
2. Click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
3. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file.
4. Double-click the new file.
5. The system restarts automatically and updates the BIOS at the system startup screen. After the BIOS update is complete, system restarts again.
Updating the BIOS from DOS with UEFI boot mode enabled (Non-Windows users, Load Legacy Option Disabled)
Note 1: Before updating the BIOS, ensure that you suspend BitLocker encryption on a BitLocker-enabled system. If it is not enabled on your system, you can ignore this step. For information about how to disable BitLocker, see How to Enable or Disable BitLocker with TPM in Windows at support.dell.com
Note 2: Do not turn off the power or interrupt the BIOS update process during the update.
Note 3: Your system requires a restart after installing the BIOS. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Installation
1. Copy the downloaded file to a bootable DOS USB drive.
2. Power on the system and then go to BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key.
3. Go to General > Boot Sequence > Boot > Boot List Option.
4. Change UEFI to Legacy of Boot List Option.
5. Go to Exit > Save Changes and reboot system.
6. Press F12 and then select USB Storage Device and boot to the DOS prompt.
7. Run the file by typing the file name.
8. The system restarts automatically and updates the BIOS at the system startup screen. After the BIOS update is complete, the system restarts again.
9. Go to BIOS Setup by pressing the F2 key and go to General > Boot Sequence > Boot > Boot List Option.
10. Change Legacy to UEFI Boot Option.
11. Go to Exit > Save Changes and reboot the system.
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