Documentation http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/ins5100/en/sm/bios.ht...1 of 1 2008-03-11 10:29Contact Us; 1-800-915-3355 or Live ChatMy Account My Order StatusProducts Services Support Purchase Help Support & HelpSupport & HelpYou are here: Dell USA > Support Home PageBack to Contents PageFlashing the BIOSDell™ Inspiron™ 1100, 5100, and 5150 Service ManualEnsure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installedproperly.1.Insert the BIOS update program CD and turn on the computer.2.Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues to bootand updates the new BIOS. When the update is complete, the computer willautomatically reboot.Press during POST to enter the system setup program.3.Press to reset the computer defaults.4.Press and press to save configuration changes.5.Remove the flash BIOS update program CD from the drive and restart thecomputer.6.Back to Contents PageYou are here: Dell USA > Support Home Page© 2008 Dell | About Dell | Terms of Sale | Unresolved Issues | Privacy | Contact | Site Map | Feedback TopLarge Textsn EB14Keyword SearchTechnical Support Customer Service Warranty Information Dell Forums Contact UsCart Sign In