Dmiedit 5.20 ((full)) [ HD ]
: Assigning or correcting Serial Numbers and Asset Tags for motherboards and chassis.
is a specialized utility developed by American Megatrends, Inc. (AMI) specifically for modifying Desktop Management Interface (DMI) and System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) data. Released as part of the Aptio 5.x suite, this version introduced critical updates to support newer SMBIOS module requirements and enhanced compatibility for modern operating systems like Windows 10. Core Functionality and Features
: Modifying details for specific SMBIOS types, such as Type 1 (System Information), Type 2 (Baseboard Information), and Type 3 (Chassis Information). dmiedit 5.20
According to official release notes, DMIEdit 5.20 (and its revised versions) brought several technical refinements:
Understanding AMI DMIEdit 5.20: A Comprehensive Guide to SMBIOS Modification : Assigning or correcting Serial Numbers and Asset
Using DMIEdit requires administrative privileges and, in some cases, specific AMI drivers to interface with the BIOS. Windows Command-Line Method
: Version 5.20 specifically includes support for Type 22 (Portable Battery) and Type 39 (System Power Supply). Released as part of the Aptio 5
: Running amidewinx64.exe /ALL to view all current SMBIOS strings. Specific Updates : Using targeted flags to update fields: /SP "Product Name" for System Product. /BS "Serial Number" for Baseboard Serial Number.
DMIEdit allows manufacturers and advanced users to edit the unique strings stored within a system's firmware. Common modifications include:
