looking for bios updates

MR.Poopie · Nov 14, 2005

im wondering where i can get a bios up date for my

BIOS Date: 10/20/03
BIOS Type: Phoenix ROM BIOS PLUS Version 1.10 A03
BIOS ID: OptiPlex GX270
OEM Sign-On: None
Chipset: Intel 2570 rev 2
Superio: Unknown
OS: WinXP SP2

second computer

BIOS Date: 04/25/01
BIOS Type: American Megatrends
BIOS ID: 62-0425-001437-00101111-071595-SiS730S-M810LR
OEM Sign-On: Release 04/25/2001 S
Chipset: SiS 730 rev 2
Superio: ITE 8705/SiS 950 rev 1 found at port 2Eh
OS: WinXP SP2

i called some support people they wanted 60 DOLLARS PER COMPUTER! to tell me where to get a bios update

can some one help please

DavidGP · Nov 14, 2005

First off are you experiencing any problems a Bios update may fix? it's not always the best option to flash the bios for no reason as sometimes they can cause more problems than they fix.

first PC
http://support.euro.dell.com/suppor...=dhs&SystemID=PLX_PNT_CEL_GX270&os=WW1&osl=EN

second PC
http://www.pcchipsusa.com/support-pcchips-bios.asp

be very sure you need to do this before attempting as a failed bios flash can render your PC un-useable, also as you may or may not need an english language version, do check that also as the ones listed are english.

MR.Poopie · Nov 14, 2005

is it a major risk to update the dell? it has a setup for it.... looks easy

MR.Poopie · Nov 14, 2005

well i went through with it seems to be fine

oh and by the way thanks for helping me and saving me money

DavidGP · Nov 15, 2005

Glad all went well and no probs as you supplied all the info needed in a clear and concise post.

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