eMachines emonster Series, Руководство пользователя

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Using the BIOS Setup Program
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The Setup program is for viewing and changing the BIOS settings for a computer. Setup is
accessed by pressing the <DEL> key after the Power-On Self Test (POST) begins and before the
operating system boot begins.
The next table shows the menus available from the menu bar at the top of the Setup screen.
Setup Menu Screen Description
Main Allocates resources for hardware components.
Advanced Specifies advanced features available through the chipset.
Security Specifies passwords and security features.
Power Specifies power management features.
Boot Specifies boot options and power supply controls.
Exit Saves or discards changes to the Setup program options.
When you enter the Setup program, you will see the Setup menu. The legend bar at the bottom of
the menu displays function keys used in Setup.
Entering the Setup Program
To enter the Setup program, turn the computer on and press DEL as soon as you see the
“emachines” logo.
If you do not press the key quickly, the computer starts loading the operating system.
NOTE
For reference purposes, write down the current Setup settings. When you make changes to the
settings, update this record.
NOTE
The actual menus displayed on your system may differ depending on the hardware and features
installed in your computer.