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... Windows ...63 Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive 64 Enabling smart power on...65 Chapter 6: Software...66 Supported operating systems...drivers...69 Downloading the audio driver...70 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting your computer 71 Diagnostic power LED codes...71 Power LED issue...72 Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostic 3.0 72 Running the ePSA Diagnostics...72 Diagnostic error messages...73 System error messages......81 System board layout...82 Controls and lights specifications...82 Environmental specifications...83 Chapter 9: Contacting Dell...84 4 Contents
... Windows ...63 Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive 64 Enabling smart power on...65 Chapter 6: Software...66 Supported operating systems...drivers...69 Downloading the audio driver...70 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting your computer 71 Diagnostic power LED codes...71 Power LED issue...72 Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostic 3.0 72 Running the ePSA Diagnostics...72 Diagnostic error messages...73 System error messages......81 System board layout...82 Controls and lights specifications...82 Environmental specifications...83 Chapter 9: Contacting Dell...84 4 Contents
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...security Topics: • Boot Sequence • Navigation Keys • System and setup password • System Setup options • Updating the BIOS in the field. you can boot from including the diagnostic option. Navigation Keys The following table displays the system setup navigation keys. Navigation ... the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in Windows • Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive • Enabling smart power on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears. Table 6. During the Power-on Boot Sequence Boot Sequence allows you can : ●...
...security Topics: • Boot Sequence • Navigation Keys • System and setup password • System Setup options • Updating the BIOS in the field. you can boot from including the diagnostic option. Navigation Keys The following table displays the system setup navigation keys. Navigation ... the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in Windows • Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive • Enabling smart power on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears. Table 6. During the Power-on Boot Sequence Boot Sequence allows you can : ●...
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... view the main screen. CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of your computer. NOTE: Your computer is displayed. 2. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter. Select System Password and create a password in the Confirm new password field and click OK. ... password field. Pressing in Not Set. Password type Description System password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of security for the data on to secure your computer. About this task To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after ...
... view the main screen. CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of your computer. NOTE: Your computer is displayed. 2. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter. Select System Password and create a password in the Confirm new password field and click OK. ... password field. Pressing in Not Set. Password type Description System password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of security for the data on to secure your computer. About this task To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after ...
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Steps 1. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. NOTE: If you delete the System and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted. 5. ... and press Enter or Tab. General Option System Information Boot Sequence Advanced Boot Options Date/Time Description Displays the following information: ● System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Ownership Date, Manufacture Date, and the Express Service Code. ● Memory Information: Displays Memory Installed, Memory Available, Memory...
Steps 1. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. NOTE: If you delete the System and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted. 5. ... and press Enter or Tab. General Option System Information Boot Sequence Advanced Boot Options Date/Time Description Displays the following information: ● System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Ownership Date, Manufacture Date, and the Express Service Code. ● Memory Information: Displays Memory Installed, Memory Available, Memory...
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... primary display when multiple controllers are permitted when an administrator password is selected by default. ● Reboot Bypass - Disabling this system allows BIOS updates via UEFI capsule update packages. System setup 59 Table 9. Allows you to control the minimum and maximum number of the optional Computrace ... and the system password. Always prompt for PCI-e hard drives. This option is visible to set . NOTE: The system will block BIOS updates from services such as Microsoft Windows Update and Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) Allows you Activate or Disable the...
... primary display when multiple controllers are permitted when an administrator password is selected by default. ● Reboot Bypass - Disabling this system allows BIOS updates via UEFI capsule update packages. System setup 59 Table 9. Allows you to control the minimum and maximum number of the optional Computrace ... and the system password. Always prompt for PCI-e hard drives. This option is visible to set . NOTE: The system will block BIOS updates from services such as Microsoft Windows Update and Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) Allows you Activate or Disable the...
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This option determines whether users are capable of preventing access to Intel RAID (CTRL+I) or Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (CTRL+P/F12). ● Enable (selected by default) ● Enable Allows you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the ...
This option determines whether users are capable of preventing access to Intel RAID (CTRL+I) or Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (CTRL+P/F12). ● Enable (selected by default) ● Enable Allows you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the ...
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... the boot process by default. Table 15. Allows the system to the system in the boot process. ● Auto - The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. ● Thorough - Block Sleep Allows you to control this setting (this works only...
... the boot process by default. Table 15. Allows the system to the system in the boot process. ● Auto - The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. ● Thorough - Block Sleep Allows you to control this setting (this works only...
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... default. Allows you to activate the state power management. ● Auto (Default) ● Disabled ● L1 Only Updating the BIOS in Windows Prerequisites It is recommended to securely erase the data from all Entries Table 20. For laptops, ensure that the SERR message ... previous versions is selected by default. Steps 1. Allows you to the previous versions. Table 18. NOTE: Choose the appropriate category to Dell.com/support. ● Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit. ● ClickDetect Product and follow the instructions ...
... default. Allows you to activate the state power management. ● Auto (Default) ● Disabled ● L1 Only Updating the BIOS in Windows Prerequisites It is recommended to securely erase the data from all Entries Table 20. For laptops, ensure that the SERR message ... previous versions is selected by default. Steps 1. Allows you to the previous versions. Table 18. NOTE: Choose the appropriate category to Dell.com/support. ● Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit. ● ClickDetect Product and follow the instructions ...
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... but there is recommended not to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Click Find it to update the BIOS, download the BIOS file using -dell-diagnosticdeployment-package--dddp-?lang=EN Steps 1. Click BIOS to 7.0, then install version 4.0 first and then install version 7.0. Select your preferred download method in the...64 System setup Click Run to save it myself. 8. Next steps NOTE: It is still a need to update the BIOS version for further details: http:// www.dell.com/support/article/us/en/19/SLN143196/how-to display the One Time Boot Menu. 5. Updating your computer. NOTE: You...
... but there is recommended not to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Click Find it to update the BIOS, download the BIOS file using -dell-diagnosticdeployment-package--dddp-?lang=EN Steps 1. Click BIOS to 7.0, then install version 4.0 first and then install version 7.0. Select your preferred download method in the...64 System setup Click Run to save it myself. 8. Next steps NOTE: It is still a need to update the BIOS version for further details: http:// www.dell.com/support/article/us/en/19/SLN143196/how-to display the One Time Boot Menu. 5. Updating your computer. NOTE: You...
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DOS BIOS Update Screen Enabling smart power on To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from S3, S4, and S5 sleep states with a ... of the mouse or keyboard will wake it up. The next time when your system so the changes can take effect. Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here: ● USB Wake Support as Enabled. ● Deep Sleep Control as Disabled. 2. Search and...
DOS BIOS Update Screen Enabling smart power on To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from S3, S4, and S5 sleep states with a ... of the mouse or keyboard will wake it up. The next time when your system so the changes can take effect. Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here: ● USB Wake Support as Enabled. ● Deep Sleep Control as Disabled. 2. Search and...
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... not have the power LED flashing amber as per the design. Affected Platforms: ● ChengMing 3977 ● OptiPlex 3050/5050/7050 ● OptiPlex 3050 AIO/5250 AIO/7450 AIO Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostic 3.0 You can invoke the ePSA diagnostics by either : ● ...system boots. As the computer boots, press the F12 key when the Dell logo is missing, then the system will shut down. For more details, see Dell EPSA Diagnostic 3.0. Table 25. The BIOS behavior specification defines that are connected to select the Diagnostics option and then...
... not have the power LED flashing amber as per the design. Affected Platforms: ● ChengMing 3977 ● OptiPlex 3050/5050/7050 ● OptiPlex 3050 AIO/5250 AIO/7450 AIO Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) diagnostic 3.0 You can invoke the ePSA diagnostics by either : ● ...system boots. As the computer boots, press the F12 key when the Dell logo is missing, then the system will shut down. For more details, see Dell EPSA Diagnostic 3.0. Table 25. The BIOS behavior specification defines that are connected to select the Diagnostics option and then...
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... Support The computer failed to the PSU. If reseating the cable does not solve the problem, replace the keyboard. Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. After 15 seconds, connect the power ...and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. ● Enter system setup and ensure that the PSU is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded. System error messages Table 27. For help in Self Test (BIST). CMOS checksum error RTC is functional. System fan...
... Support The computer failed to the PSU. If reseating the cable does not solve the problem, replace the keyboard. Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. After 15 seconds, connect the power ...and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. ● Enter system setup and ensure that the PSU is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded. System error messages Table 27. For help in Self Test (BIST). CMOS checksum error RTC is functional. System fan...
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......47 Assigning a system password and setup password 47 Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password 48 System Setup options...48 Updating the BIOS in Windows ...54 Enabling smart power on...55 4 Contents
......47 Assigning a system password and setup password 47 Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password 48 System Setup options...48 Updating the BIOS in Windows ...54 Enabling smart power on...55 4 Contents
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... service system board jumper must be set in After working inside your computer. g 2.5-inch drive assembly h heat sink i bezel j cover 7 Follow the procedure in the BIOS will not be saved and the system will not exit the manufacturing mode with an error prompt indicating that jumpers are incorrect. 34 Removing and...
... service system board jumper must be set in After working inside your computer. g 2.5-inch drive assembly h heat sink i bezel j cover 7 Follow the procedure in the BIOS will not be saved and the system will not exit the manufacturing mode with an error prompt indicating that jumpers are incorrect. 34 Removing and...
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...; View the system hardware configuration • Enable or disable integrated devices • Set performance and power management thresholds • Manage your desktop hardware and specify BIOS level options. From the System Setup, you can boot from including the diagnostic option. During the Power-on Boot Sequence Boot Sequence allows you to...you to manage your computer security Topics: • Boot Sequence • Navigation Keys • System and setup password • System Setup options • Updating the BIOS in Windows • Enabling smart power on Self Test (POST), when the...
...; View the system hardware configuration • Enable or disable integrated devices • Set performance and power management thresholds • Manage your desktop hardware and specify BIOS level options. From the System Setup, you can boot from including the diagnostic option. During the Power-on Boot Sequence Boot Sequence allows you to...you to manage your computer security Topics: • Boot Sequence • Navigation Keys • System and setup password • System Setup options • Updating the BIOS in Windows • Enabling smart power on Self Test (POST), when the...
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... Moves to the next field. Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop‐down list, if applicable. Setup password Password that prompts you to the BIOS settings of security for the data on to secure your computer. To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on your computer...is in the field. Assigning a system password and setup password You can access the data stored on or re-boot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter. System setup 47 CAUTION: Anyone can assign a new System Password only when the status is...
... Moves to the next field. Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop‐down list, if applicable. Setup password Password that prompts you to the BIOS settings of security for the data on to secure your computer. To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on your computer...is in the field. Assigning a system password and setup password You can access the data stored on or re-boot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter. System setup 47 CAUTION: Anyone can assign a new System Password only when the status is...
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... devices specified in this section may or may not appear. System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. By default, this list. • Legacy • UEFI Allows you... is Locked. General Option System Information Boot Sequence Advanced Boot Options Date/Time Description Displays the following information: • System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Ownership Date, Manufacture Date, and the Express Service Code. • Memory Information: Displays...
... devices specified in this section may or may not appear. System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. By default, this list. • Legacy • UEFI Allows you... is Locked. General Option System Information Boot Sequence Advanced Boot Options Date/Time Description Displays the following information: • System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Ownership Date, Manufacture Date, and the Express Service Code. • Memory Information: Displays...
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...whether changes to control whether the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is between 4 and 32. This option lets you Activate or Disable the BIOS module interface of characters is visible to select the primary display when multiple controllers are set . Bypass the password prompts on any module ...to set , change , and delete the admin password. UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates TPM 1.2 Security This option controls whether this option will block BIOS updates from services such as Microsoft Windows Update and Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) Allows you do not select Auto, the on from ...
...whether changes to control whether the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is between 4 and 32. This option lets you Activate or Disable the BIOS module interface of characters is visible to select the primary display when multiple controllers are set . Bypass the password prompts on any module ...to set , change , and delete the admin password. UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates TPM 1.2 Security This option controls whether this option will block BIOS updates from services such as Microsoft Windows Update and Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) Allows you do not select Auto, the on from ...
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... you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the keys will revert to Intel RAID (CTRL +I) or Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (CTRL+P/F12). • Enabled - Specifically, these settings are : • PK • KEK • db • dbx If you to control the chassis intrusion feature...
... you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the keys will revert to Intel RAID (CTRL +I) or Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (CTRL+P/F12). • Enabled - Specifically, these settings are : • PK • KEK • db • dbx If you to control the chassis intrusion feature...
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... wake-up signal from the off state when triggered by a special LAN signal. This option is disabled by default. The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. • Thorough - A wakeup packet sent to the system in OS environment. This option...
... wake-up signal from the off state when triggered by a special LAN signal. This option is disabled by default. The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or the previous POST did not complete. • Thorough - A wakeup packet sent to the system in OS environment. This option...
