Windows 10: Need Archive of old Dell XPS 8930 CPU bios .

Many years have past, so I have not yet had luck locating these old Intel CPU bios. I dont want the new bios as its a barrier to system tweaks I want . Bios sites I remember from the past no longer exist . Maybe going back to 2015 - 18 ish . Any help locating these is appreciated.

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How to address high Temps in XPS 8930

Hi there!

Well, it appears that I have a "solution" for another of my XPS-8930's with a Core i7-8700 (Non-K) -
Have yet to try it though. My XPS 8930 Core i7-8700-K already has the new Sink and Fan from the factory.

Please watch this video -



I called Dell and ordered the parts at no cost via ProSupport in the USA without a single issue under warranty.
The new parts have now arrived as in the video. Note that the new heat sink already has a square patch of thermal compound applied. Be careful.

Dell Heatsink part number: T57JF
Dell Fan part number: KTDJC

Next, download Core Temp (it's free) and go with the defaults. Get the temperature results before and after the modifications.

Core Temp

Here is the link for the XPS 8930 Service Manual - look for the Fan and Sink installation and removal instructions, Pages 84-89.
You will also see pictures of the new Fan and Sink - that tells me something, lol!

https://topics-cdn.dell.com/pdf/xps-...nual_en-us.pdf

Do not accept "No" as an answer.

Please post back and advise.

Thanks. *Think

 

Dell XPS 8930 Boots straight into Windows!

^^ Seriously? ^^ - They sent you another system? *Huh

Hi. I have two XPS 8930's and have not seen this problem.

Please try this -

1) All peripherals except keyboard, mouse and monitor should be disconnected.
2) Power on the monitor and use the button to reset it (on screen) to defaults.
3) Start the computer.
4) Tap the F2 key twice per second - you should see a blue bar progressing at the bottom of your screen.
5) The BIOS should come up.

If not, try this - (again)

1) All peripherals except keyboard, mouse and monitor should be disconnected.
2) Re-connect your monitor to the onboard graphics connector in the rear of the unit.
3) Power on the monitor and use the buttons to reset it (on screen) to defaults.
3) Start the computer.
4) Tap the F2 key twice per second - you should see a blue bar progressing at the bottom of your screen.
5) The BIOS should come up.

If this doesn't work, try another monitor cable, that is compatible with your monitor and the input to the XPS.

Check the connections on the XPS video graphics output and monitor input to ensure the correct cable is being used. - a spare cable would be great, as well.
Make sure that the correct monitor input is selected on the monitor setup (should be auto.)

What monitor and discrete graphics card are you using?

*Think

 

Dell XPS HDD Replacement - PC Won't Start Up; Can't Get to BIOS

I haven't performed any steps yet, so let me address some of your questions:

Dell XPS 8930 Desktop

1. Replaced the HDD.

2. Downloaded Dell's OS Recovery Tool to build an installation media file (USB).

3. Followed directions to reset the new HDD (Dell's AssistSupport).

4. Media installation completed and I removed the USB.

5. Initial steps of install performed fine. Was presented with initial Windows install screens.

6. Prompted to establish internet connection. Successfully connected with personal wifi.

7. Windows proceeded with install; provided message of "We have important <steps to perform>"

8. Walked away for 60-90 minutes and when i returned, there was a black screen.

9. Waited 30 minutes and nothing. Turned PC off.

Now:

• When attempting to boot up PC, i see there is power in the PC tower (fan, etc), but the monitor never wakes up and i cannot see if there is a Dell logo appearing.
• The keyboard and mouse light up but i can't tell if they are responsive.
• I'm double checking the monitor now. When I plug my laptop (different device) to the monitor, it recognizes the device (monitor is not in power saving mode) but it doesn't display my laptop.

I need to rule out the monitor first and then see if I need the CMOS.