Dell Xps 13 9365 Bios Update Here

| Issue Solved | Found in BIOS version | |--------------|------------------------| | Battery drain while “off” or sleeping | 1.9.0+ | | Fan constantly running at idle | 1.11.0+ | | Failure to wake from lid open | 1.13.0+ | | USB-C port stops charging after docking | 1.21.0+ | | Intel CPU microcode security update (CVE-2022-0000 series) | 1.28.0+ | | System hangs on “Dell” logo after Windows Update | 1.31.0+ |

One of the most common complaints on the 9365 is rapid battery degradation. Newer BIOS versions (post-version 1.6.0) include improved battery charging algorithms and better integration with Dell’s Power Manager utility, helping to prolong the lifespan of your Li-Polymer batteries.

Before downloading anything, verify what you are running. On your Dell XPS 13 9365: Dell Xps 13 9365 Bios Update

  • Alternatively, reboot and press F2 repeatedly during the Dell splash screen.

    • If your version is older than 2.14.0, you are at least two years behind. Dell’s last major BIOS for the 9365 was released in mid-2022 (version 2.21.0) to patch the "Log4j" and "BootHole" vulnerabilities.

    As of the last support update (Dell ended mainstream support for the 9365 in 2022 but continues security patches), the latest version is: | Issue Solved | Found in BIOS version

    Critical Note: Do not attempt to install a BIOS for the standard XPS 13 (9343, 9350, 9360, 9370). The 9365 has an entirely different motherboard and Intel Y-series chipset. Using the wrong BIOS will brick your machine permanently.

    If Windows fails to boot:

    For 90% of users, this is the best method. Dell provides an automatic Windows installer that handles the risky parts for you.

  • Right-click the .exe file and select "Run as Administrator."
  • The Dell flash utility will pop up. Click "OK" to proceed.
  • Your laptop will beep, the screen will go black, and you will see a BIOS flash progress bar (looks like a loading bar at the top or bottom of the screen).
  • Do not touch anything. Do not close the lid. Do not force a shutdown.
  • The system will reboot automatically. You may see a "Configuration updated" screen on the next boot.

    • Solve: This is expected—a firmware change triggers BitLocker. Before updating, either: Alternatively, reboot and press F2 repeatedly during the