System logsOption DescriptionBIOS Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (BIOS) POST events.Thermal Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (Thermal) events.Power Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (Power) events.Updating the BIOS in WindowsIt is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), when you replace the system board or if an update is available. For laptops, ensurethat your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet.NOTE: If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOSupdate is completed.1 Restart the computer.2 Go to Dell.com/support.• Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.• Click Detect Product and follow the instructions on screen.3 If you are unable to detect or find the Service Tag, click Choose from all products.4 Choose the Products category from the list.NOTE: Choose the appropriate category to reach the product page5 Select your computer model and the Product Support page of your computer appears.6 Click Get drivers and click Drivers and Downloads.The Drivers and Downloads section opens.7 Click Find it myself.8 Click BIOS to view the BIOS versions.9 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download.10 Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window, click Download File.The File Download window appears.11 Click Save to save the file on your computer.12 Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer.Follow the instructions on the screen.System and setup passwordTable 8. System and setup passwordPassword type DescriptionSystem 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 theBIOS settings of your computer.You can create a system password and a setup password to secure 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.60 System setup