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Vostro 1320 A03 Bios Out!

Discussion in 'Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision' started by hypdotspec, Aug 28, 2009.

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    BIOS Release Notes

    Systems: Dell Vostro 1320 Series
    Version: A03
    Build Date: 08/13/2009

    UMA VBIOS Version: Intel GM45 Graphics Video BIOS version 1706
    VGA VBIOS Version: Nvidia 62.94.79.00.08

    Fixes/Enhancements
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    1. Reduce BIOS POST time.
    2. Add Windows 7 ACPI Support.
    3. Fix kill switch sttatus report fail.
    4. Update Nvidia VGA BIOS (Ver: 62.98.67.00.08) to support hynix GDDR3 32Mx32 parts
    5. Adjust CPU C4 and C6 timing to meet Intel spec.
    6. Support Audio CodeC YC and YD version.
    7. Add USB removable feature for Win 7 OS requirement.
    8. Support DOS one *.exe file falsh utility.
    9. Fix sometimes touch pad lockup when enter windows 7 OS.


    The BIOS release has been validated on the following operating systems:
    1. Micrsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 1
    2. Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 3


    I just installed these and am quite happy with them.

    Looks like Dell finally addressed the fan issues on the 1310/1320 series.

    It is NOTICEABLY quieter now.

    It seems to kick in about as often, but at far less RPM's which mean less noise, and less battery drain!
     
    hypdotspec, Aug 28, 2009
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