could i update the BIOS?

jp198780

jp198780

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i was wondering if i could update my BIOS in here? (Dell Optiplex), i did a think, here's the results, dont if this is any help:

Program: eSupport.com BIOS Agent Version 3.52
BIOS Date: 01/22/03
BIOS Type: Phoenix ROM BIOS PLUS Version 1.10 A09
BIOS ID: OptiPlex GX110
OEM Sign-On: None
Chipset: Intel Whitney 82810E rev 3
Superio: NSC 364 rev 10 found at port 2Eh
OS: WinXP SP2
CPU: Pentium III 1000 Mhz MAX: 1000 Mhz
BIOS ROM In Socket: No
BIOS ROM Size: 512K
Memory Installed: 384 MB
Memory Maximum: 512 MB
Memory Slot 01: 128 MB
Memory Slot 02: 256 MB

eSupport.com, Inc.
1-800-800-BIOS (2467)
www.esupport.com
 
unless your having problems or something then i wouldnt recommend updating your bios.

If it aint broke, dont try to fix it
 
unless your having problems or something then i wouldnt recommend updating your bios.

If it aint broke, dont try to fix it
 
apj101 said:
unless your having problems or something then i wouldnt recommend updating your bios.

If it aint broke, dont try to fix it
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Then why bother upgrade to a new OS or get the latest drivers?

I do usually stand by that rule of thumb, however newer BIOS revisions usually include support for more CPU's, and offer more overclocking abilities (not for your dell of course), and add many other options. However there is a slight risk of damaging the BIOS, so computer and motherboard companies only recommend updating it if theres a problem.

jp198780 said:
ok, i was just going 2 make my computer faster? but if it's a hassle i wont do it.
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It won't make it faster, at most it will just allow you to tweak some things and maybe allow Windows to boot slightly faster.
 
[-0MEGA- said:
']Then why bother upgrade to a new OS or get the latest drivers?
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becuase upgrading the OS or getting new drivers may improve performance in a whole host of ways. Generally a bios update will only be needed for the ability to supports newer technology not available at the time of its creation. If your not getting said technology then no point in updating the bios in what could be a risky procedure if your unsure about the process.

A slightly faster boot (very marginal if at all) is hardly worth the risk
 
Then why bother upgrade to a new OS or get the latest drivers?
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when i agreed with the statement what i meant (to be specific if you like) is that unless your having problems with bios dont bother updating. New bios versions have limited use... mainly to support new cpus of change certain default settings.

That does not extend to all hardware. For example a dvd burner/wifi router/et al firmware update can have good performance improvements
 
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