Questions

How do I update my Alienware X51 BIOS?

  1. Copy the downloaded file to a bootable DOS USB key.
  2. Power on the system, then Press F12 key and Select USB Storage Device and Boot to DOS prompt.
  3. Run the file by typing copied file name where the executable is located.
  4. DOS System will auto restart and update BIOS while system startup screen.

How do I clear my CMOS X51 Alienware?

Clearing CMOS Settings

  1. Lay the system on the right side.
  2. Remove the stability foot.
  3. Remove the left and right side-panels.
  4. Locate the CMOS jumper (RTC_CLR1) on the system board.
  5. Remove the jumper plug from pins 2 and 3.
  6. Fix it on pins 1 and 2.
  7. Wait for approximately five seconds to clear the CMOS setting.

How do I update my Alienware x51 r3 BIOS?

This package contains the Dell system BIOS update….

  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.

How do you know if my BIOS needs updating?

There are two ways to easily check for a BIOS update. If your motherboard manufacturer has an update utility, you’ll usually simply have to run it. Some will check if an update is available, others will just show you the current firmware version of your present BIOS.

How do I reset my Alienware Aurora BIOS?

Steps

  1. Disconnect the system-board power cable from the system board.
  2. Remove the jumper plug from pins 217 and replace it on pins 216 (P216).
  3. Wait for 5 seconds.
  4. Remove the jumper plug from pins 216 and replace it on pins 217.
  5. Connect the system-board power cable to the system board.