Bios Dell update: tutorial

BIOS update on a DELL motherboard can help solve material problems or improve your system performance. It is carried out in a few simple steps, accessible even to inexperienced users.

Step 1: Prepare the ground

Before starting the BIOS Dell update, there are some elements to take into account. First of all, your PC/laptop must be connected to a reliable power source. Although updating BIOS generally does not include risks, it is preferable to make a prior backup of important data in case something is wrong.

The first step is to determine which version of the BIOS is currently installed on your Dell system. You will be able to decide if an update is necessary. To do this, access Windows system information by pressing [Windows] + [R]then enter msinfo32. In system information, you will find the current version under  » BIOS version/date ». Note this information.

Step 2: Download the Bios Dell update

You must then download the latest version of the BIOS on the Dell website. To do this, open your web browser and access the Dell support website. In the search bar, enter the service number or the model of your Dell computer. The service number is either on the back of your laptop or in system information.

Once you have found your product, click on the tab  » Pilots and downloads ».

Select the BIOS Dell update from the available update list and download the latest version by clicking the « Download » button. If the list of updates is too confused for you, you can filter the different categories by clicking on « category » in the upper bar and click on the « Bios » category.

Step 3: Prepare the BIOS update

Before starting the BIOS update, it is important to prepare your computer for the operation. For that, Close all the current programs And save your still open files. For desktop computers, make sure the device is connected to a power-free power supply. For laptops, the device must be connected to the mains and the battery must be fully loaded. Also disconnect all useless USB devices to avoid any possible interference during update.

Step 4: Launch the BIOS update

You are now ready to launch your BIOS Dell update. The process can vary depending on the model, but the general steps remain similar. First of all, go to the folder in which you downloaded the Bios file and double-click the update file (it is generally an EXE file).

A window opens to guide you in the BIOS update process. Confirm the prompts and Follow the instructions on the screen. Do not disconnect or do not turn off your PC during update. Your screen may become black and the PC restarts several times; No worries, it's completely normal! Your computer will automatically end up the update and automatically restart once the process is finished.

Step 5: Check the update

After successfully restarting, you must check that the organic update has been carried out correctly. Check, as shown in step 1, the BIOS version currently installed. If this is the version you have downloaded on the Dell website, the BIOS Dell update has been successfully carried out.