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BIOS A07-Alienware Area-51
I tested how long it takes for the Windows to load after updating to BIOS A07 without connecting any external devices.
I did not notice a big difference though slightly faster?
It takes about aprox 43.4 second just to pass Dell BIOS screen. And from there it takes another 38.2 second to load to windows.
I was wondering how long does it take for others to boot to windows?
Before/After updating?
Thanks!
d2randall
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April 18th, 2010 14:00
My rebooting times are longer: 3 min 19 sec to clear the BIOS screen and then 1 min 22 sec to finish Win 7 64bit load.
There are two things to consider: Alienware Application (ver 1.0.0.16, A01) and Command Center Software (2.5.45.0, A06). The Alienware stuff effects the BIOS startup.
I also have 7 USB peripherals attached during reboot - that will slow things down, as well. Some folks think this is caused by Windows 7 and not the BIOS.
So, from my observation, the combination of Area 51 System BIOS (A07), Alienware App/ComCtr BIOS (A01, A06) and USB peripherals result in a lengthy reboot process.
I'm sure you can go in to the BIOS and tweak POST and other startup routines, but since everything seems to be working OK, I just plan for a 5 minute break when I have to reboot.
Sajin1337
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April 18th, 2010 16:00
Area 51 Non-ALX with A03 BIOS.
Dell BIOS Screen: 13 secs
Windows Load Time: 22 secs
Total: 35 secs.
morblore
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April 18th, 2010 16:00
I just installed the A07.
Bios Boot Time: 1.17.20min.
Windows Boot time after Bios: 20.5sec.
Shutdown Time: .18sec.
No change for me going from A03 to A07.