Optiplexs 745 Bios 2.6.6 Update The BIOS

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I dont remember which point it would blue screen anymore, but the fix for me was to go into the BIOS SATA Operation and put it into ATA mode.

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Ive rebooted multiple times, and even tried the install again but cant seem to figure this out.

Ive found possible causes as everything from an outdated BIOS, to bad memory, to bad HD, to the CMOS needing reset.

Lastly, try installing Windows 7 via USB stick instead of DVD.

I didnt notice any blown capacitors, but Ill look at the mobo again this evening.

And Ill start with switching out the memory and then post back with any results.

I did the googling this morning when I got to work, so I wont be able to test any of them out until this evening when I get home.

I just wanted to get a bit of direction since it seemed that every google entry suggested a different solution.

Those are two really easy tests that will narrow down a lot of potential problems.

I wasnt able to eliminate the PC from getting the BSOD, but I hopefully eliminated some things as possible causes.

I tried 2 different HDs and after going thru the Windows 7 install process with both of the drives it BSODd at the same point each time.

One of the links I saw yesterday said a possible cause could be an outdated BIOS.

Optiplexs 745 Bios 2.6.6 Update The BIOS

So I figured Id try to update the BIOS to the most recent version, the PC currently has 2.0.8 and the current BIOS out there is 2.6.6.

Ive never updated BIOS without having an OS running on a machine.

So my thought was to try to install XP, update the bios, clear the drive and then see if Windows 7 would install.

I know it seems like a lot of steps, but I figured that itd be worth it if it worked.

I did search around a bit for a BIOS file to make a bootable disk, but wasnt able to find a BIOS ISO file out there for the Optiplex 745).

But during the XP install it showed 37 minutes remaining and it hung for over an hour without any progress.

So I canceled the install and called it a night It doesnt seem to be looking good.

I should have some time this evening to look at the PC again.

If the capacitors are domed rather than flat, then yes, theyre blown.