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USER’S MANUAL ENGLISH
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Running BIOS Setup
The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into
your computer’s BIOS (Basic Input / Output System). It runs and
maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is menu-driven
software, which allows you to easily configure and change the
settings.
The BIOS contains manufacturer’s default settings for the
computer’s standard operations. However, there are occasions
when you may be required to modify the default settings in the
BIOS.
The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users.
This is an important feature because a great deal of vital
information is carried within the computer nowadays.
Unauthorized access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you
will learn how to use this security feature.
Entering the BIOS Setup screen
First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST
(Power-On Self Test), press DEL key quickly to activate the BIOS
Setup Utility.
NOTE: You may need to press DEL key fairly quickly. Once the system begins to load Windows, you
have to retry by powering the computer down and on again.
Leaving the BIOS Setup screen
When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the
BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.