Updating the bios – Dell OptiPlex 9010 All In One (Mid 2012) User Manual

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Option

Description

Client SubnetMask

Displays the subnet mask of the client. The default setting is 255.255.255.255.

NOTE: This field is only relevant when the Integrated NIC control in the System
Configuration group is set to Enabled with ImageServer and when Client DHCP is
set to Static IP.

Client Gateway

Displays the gateway IP address for the client. The default setting is 255.255.255.255.

NOTE: This field is only relevant when the Integrated NIC control in the System
Configuration group is set to Enabled with ImageServer and when Client DHCP is
set to Static IP.

License Status

Displays the current license status.

Table 24. System Logs

Option

Description

BIOS events

Displays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.

Clear Log

Updating the BIOS

It is recommended to update your BIOS (system setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For
laptops, ensure that your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet

1.

Re-start the computer.

2.

Go to dell.com/support.

3.

Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.

NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is my Service Tag?

NOTE: If you cannot find your Service Tag, click Detect My Product. Proceed with the instructions on screen.

4.

If you are unable to locate or find the Service Tag, click the Product Category of your computer.

5.

Choose the Product Type from the list.

6.

Select your computer model and the Product Support page of your computer appears.

7.

Click Get drivers and click View All Drivers.
The Drivers and Downloads page opens.

8.

On the Drivers and Downloads screen, under the Operating System drop-down list, select BIOS.

9.

Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download File.
You can also analyze which drivers need an update. To do this for your product, click Analyze System for Updates
and follow the instructions on the screen.

10. Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window; click Download

File.
The File Download window appears.

11. Click Save to save the file on your computer.
12. Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

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