Dell 8FC8 BIOS password: models and recovery

8FC8 is the four-character ending after the dash on a Dell BIOS password screen. It is part of the device code, not the recovery password. Use the complete on-screen code to check recovery options.

Updated 2026-10-12

Author: Dmytro Plevan · NEXX GSM

Dell Latitude 5400 (2019): check the screen, not the model

The Latitude 5400 is a 2019 model, but the model name does not select a password route. Use this service only when opening F2 BIOS Setup asks for an Admin password and the complete on-screen System Number ends in -8FC8. Some Latitude 5400 examples show -CF1B instead. Read the System Number on the password screen, not only the Service Tag label. Open the CF1B guide if that is the ending on your screen.

Where to find the full BIOS code

  1. Read the System Number on the Dell Admin password screen, sometimes headed Dell Security Manager. Use the screen rather than only the Service Tag sticker.
  2. For example, XXXXXXX-8FC8 has two parts: enter XXXXXXX in the code field and choose 8FC8 as the suffix. Do not add the ending twice.
  3. If the code is missing or unreadable, send support a photo of the password screen before ordering. Send the screen photo on WhatsApp.

A Windows sign-in, BitLocker recovery key or HDD password is a different request. Compare the password screens.

Check the screen before continuing

For an Admin password that prevents changes to Dell BIOS settings. Not for System/power-on, Windows, drive or BitLocker passwords. Online service: no device shipping or remote access to your files. Recovery password for access to Dell BIOS settings and a PDF guide, sent by email after payment.

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Dell system families and models with 8FC8

These are examples, not a complete list. If your model is not listed, check the full code on your BIOS password screen. These model and suffix combinations come from enquiries and code checks, not a list of confirmed successful recoveries. Years refer to model generations, not the manufacture date of your device.

System familyModel examples by approximate year
Dell 152025: Dell 15 DC15250
Dell G Series2020: Dell G7 17 7700
Dell Pro / Pro Premium2025: Dell Pro 14 PC14250, Dell Pro 14 PC14255, Dell Pro 13 Premium PA13250
Dell Pro 14 Plus2025: Dell Pro 14 Plus PB14250
Dell Pro 162025: Dell Pro 16 PC16250
Dell Pro 16 Plus2025: Dell Pro 16 Plus PB16250
Dell Pro Micro2025: Dell Pro Micro QCM1250
Inspiron 30002021: Inspiron 15 3511
2022: Inspiron 15 3520
2023: Inspiron 15 3530
Latitude 30002020–2024: Latitude 3430, Latitude 3440, Latitude 3450, Latitude 3510, Latitude 3520, Latitude 3550
2021: Latitude 3420
2023: Latitude 3340
Latitude 50002019: Latitude 5501
2019–2024: Latitude 5320, Latitude 5330, Latitude 5350, Latitude 5400, Latitude 5401, Latitude 5410, Latitude 5420, Latitude 5430, Latitude 5440, Latitude 5510, Latitude 5511, Latitude 5520, Latitude 5530, Latitude 5540
2020: Latitude 5411
2024: Latitude 5450
Latitude 70002019–2020: Latitude 7400, Latitude 7410
2020–2023: Latitude 7210 2-in-1, Latitude 7340, Latitude 7430, Latitude 7440
2021: Latitude 7420
2024: Latitude 7450
OptiPlex 30002020: OptiPlex 3080 Micro
2022: OptiPlex 3000 Micro, OptiPlex 3000 Small Form Factor, OptiPlex 3000 Thin Client
OptiPlex 50002022: OptiPlex 5000 Micro, OptiPlex 5000 Tower
OptiPlex 70002021: OptiPlex 7090 Tower, OptiPlex 7090 Small Form Factor
2022: OptiPlex 7000 Tower
OptiPlex Micro2023: OptiPlex 7010 Micro
OptiPlex Micro Plus2024: OptiPlex Micro Plus 7020
OptiPlex Small Form Factor Plus2023: OptiPlex Small Form Factor Plus 7010
Precision 30002019: Precision 3541
Precision 50002020: Precision 5550
2021–2022: Precision 5560, Precision 5570
Precision 70002019: Precision 7540
2020: Precision 7550
2021: Precision 7760, Precision 7560
Vostro Desktop2020: Vostro 3888

Find a guide for your Dell model

The same model can show different BIOS code endings. If your screen shows another suffix, open its guide:

Compare all five Dell suffixes

FAQ3
Is there a universal BIOS master password for Latitude 5400 with 8FC8?

No. Latitude 5400 is the model and 8FC8 is only the suffix on some password screens; neither is a universal password. Check the complete System Number from your own Admin/Setup screen. Read why Dell has no universal default BIOS password.

Can I choose the suffix from the laptop model?

No. The same model can show different endings. Use the suffix on your own password screen, even when your model appears in another guide.

What if there is no recovery option for my code?

Check the full code and the type of password first. Dell Support can advise on recovery after verifying ownership; for a company-managed laptop, ask the IT administrator. Master Password Lockout can prevent reset by recovery password.

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