Chapter 2 - BIOS Utility 2-1
Chapter 2 BIOS Utility
The BIOS Utility allows you to view and change your system’s configuration
settings.
Most systems are already configured by the manufacturer or the dealer. There is
no need to run Setup when starting the computer unless you get a Run Setup
message.
The Setup program loads configuration values into the battery-backed nonvolatile
memory called CMOS RAM. This memory area is not part of the system RAM.
If you repeatedly receive Run Setup
messages, the battery may be bad. In this
case, the system cannot retain configuration
values in CMOS. Ask a qualified technician
for assistance.
Before you run Setup, make sure that you have saved all open files. The system
reboots immediately after you exit Setup.
2.1
Entering Setup
To enter Setup, simultaneously press the key combination
+
+
.
You must press
+
+
while the
system is booting. This key combination
does not work during any other time.
