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Key(s)
Function
<F2>
Loads previous values into the BIOS
<F3>
Restores default values into the BIOS
<F4>
Saves the current configuration and exits BIOS setup
<F9>
Loads the optimal default BIOS settings
Table 4-1: BIOS Hot Key Functions
Figure 4-1: BIOS Setup Navigation
A hot key legend is located in the right frame on most setup screens.
The < F8 > key on your keyboard is the Fail-Safe key. It is not displayed on the key legend
by default. To set the Fail-Safe settings of the BIOS, press the < F8 > key on your keyboard.
It is located on the upper row of a standard 101 keyboard. The Fail-Safe settings allow the
motherboard to boot up with the least amount of options set. This can lessen the probability
of conflicting settings.
4�2 Main Setup
When you first enter the Setup Utility, you will enter the Main setup screen. You can always
return to the Main setup screen by selecting the Main tab.
The Main Setup menu provides basic controller information and allows the system time and
date to be set, as follows.
