Dell Command Update

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Dell Command Update is a program which can be installed via Software Center if not already installed on the machine. The purpose of this application is to have a single place to install various hardware updates such as (but not limited to) the BIOS, Wi-Fi / Bluetooth drivers, and Graphics drivers.


The goal of installing these updates is to alleviate certain hardware issues in newer and older machines.


Below are screenshots on what the application looks like, and the process of installing certain updates:


  • How to search for Dell Command using the Search function on Windows 10
Dell Command - Searchbox.png
  • This is what Dell Command first looks like upon opening the application.
  • Click CHECK to check for updates
Dell Command - Start - First Screen.png
  • This is what Dell Command looks like once updates are found.
  • Please ensure the laptop is PLUGGED IN / CHARGING.
  • Click INSTALL (May need to scroll down to see the INSTALL button)
Dell Command - Updates Found Screen At Bottom.png
  • This is what Dell Command looks like while installing the updates.
  • The screen may flash and there may be some audio indicators during this process - this is normal!
Dell Command - BIOS Installing.png
  • When the updates are finished, it will prompt to RESTART.
  • Click RESTART to finish installing the updates
Dell Command - Restart Button.png
  • This is what the laptop screen looks like while updating the BIOS.
  • It is CRITICAL to NOT UNPLUG THE MACHINE during this process.
  • This screen may take around 15 - 20 minutes to finish.
BIOS Updating Screen.jpg

Once the computer is back at the login screen, the updates should be complete.