Dell BIOS System Password Management and BIOS Update Instructions

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Table 13. System Logs

Option	Description

BIOS events	Displays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.
Thermal Events	Displays the thermal event logs and allows you clear the thermal event log.
Power Events	Displays the power event logs and allows you clear the power event 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.Restart the computer.

2.Go to dell.com/support.

3.If you have your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code:

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

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

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

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

6.Choose the Product Type from the list.

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

8.Click Drivers & Downloads.

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

10.Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download File.

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

The File Download window appears.

12.Click Save to save the file on your computer.

13.Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer. Follow the instructions on the screen.

System and Setup Password

You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer.

Password Type	Description
System password	Password that you must enter to log on to your system.
Setup password	Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of your
	computer.

CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer.

CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unattended.

NOTE: Your computer is shipped with the system and setup password feature disabled.

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Contents Regulatory Model P30F Regulatory Type P30F001 Dell Inc. All Rights Reserved Contents Installing the Primary Memory System SetupDiagnostics Troubleshooting Your ComputerSpecifications Contacting DellPage Working on Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerClick Shut Down Recommended ToolsTurning Off Your Computer After Working Inside Your Computer Page Removing and Installing Components System OverviewInstalling the SD Card Removing the Secure Digital SD CardRemoving the ExpressCard Installing the ExpressCardRemoving the Battery Installing the Battery Removing the Micro Subscriber Identity Module SIM CardInstalling the Micro Subscriber Identity Module SIM Card Removing the Base CoverInstalling the Base Cover Removing the Wireless Local Area Network Wlan CardRemoving the Optical Drive Installing the Wireless Local Area Network Wlan CardRemoving Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Card Optional Page Installing the Optical Drive Removing the Primary Hard DriveInstalling the Primary Hard Drive Installing the Secondary Hard Drive Removing the Secondary Hard DriveRemoving the Processor Fan Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryInstalling the Coin-Cell Battery Installing the Processor Fan Removing the Video-Card FanInstalling the Video-Card Fan Removing the Keyboard TrimInstalling the Keyboard Trim Removing the Keyboard Page Installing the Keyboard Installing the Primary Memory Removing the Primary MemoryInstalling the Secondary Memory Removing the Secondary MemoryRemoving the Display Bezel Installing the Display Bezel Removing the Display Panel Installing the CameraRemoving the Camera Page Page Installing the Display Panel Removing the PalmrestPage Page Page Page Installing the Palmrest Removing the ExpressCard Module Installing the ExpressCard Module Removing The Heat SinkInstalling the Heat Sink Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Removing The Video-Card Heat SinkInstalling the Video-Card Heat Sink Installing the Video Card Removing the Video CardInstalling the I/O Board Removing the Input/Output I/O BoardRemoving the Display Assembly Page Installing the Display Assembly Removing the Hinge CoverInstalling the Hinge Cover Removing the System BoardPage Installing the System Board Removing the Power-Connector Port Installing the Power Connector PortRemoving the Switch Board Installing the Switch BoardKeys Navigation Boot SequenceNavigation Keys System Setup Options Option Description Date/TimeOption Description Integrated NIC Parallel PortUSB Configuration Enable Boot SupportEnable USB 3.0 Controller Enable External USB PortEnable Fixed Bay Enable MicrophoneEnable ExpressCard Enable eSATA PortsOption Description Internal HDD-0 Password Strong PasswordPassword Configuration Password BypassAdmin Setup Lockout Option Description Secure Boot EnableDefault Setting Enable Intel SpeedStep Expert Key ManagementDefault Setting Enable Intel TurboBoost Wireless Radio ControlLimit Cpuid Intel TurboBoostAdvanced Battery Charge ConfigurationPrimary Battery Configuration Wake on LAN/WLANOption Description Battery Slice Configuration Module Bay Battery ChargeTouchpad/PS-2 Mouse Default Setting Numlock EnableEnable Intel Virtualization Technology Default Setting Option Description Wireless SwitchSwitch. The options are BluetoothUpdating the Bios System and Setup PasswordClick Drivers & Downloads ComputerAssigning a System Password and Setup Password Computer reboots Diagnostics Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment ePSA DiagnosticsPage Storage LED Power LED Wireless LED Fault Description Device Status LightsBattery Status Lights Technical Specification Feature SpecificationDDR3L Feature Feature M4800 M6800Feature M4800 Axis 40.50 mm FIPS201 Physical M4800 M6800 Page Contacting Dell Contacting Dell