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enter bIoS Setup
The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software, correctly setting up the
BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Power on the computer,
when the message "
Press <Del> to enter Setup, <eSC> to boot menu
" appears at the bottom
of the screen, you can press <DEL> key to enter Setup.
Main Menu
The main menu allows you to select from a list of setup functions together with two exit choices.
Use the arrow keys to select a specific item and press <Enter> to go to the sub-menu.
Each item in the main menu is explained below:
► System Information
It displays the basic system configuration, such as BIOS ID, CPU Name, memory size plus
system date, time and Floppy drive. They all can be viewed or set up through this menu.
► Advanced BIOS Features
The advanced system features can be set up through this menu. There are boot up settings.
► Central Control Unit
Some special proprietary features (such as overclocking) can be set up through this menu.
► Advanced Chipset Features
The values for the chipset can be changed through this menu, and the system performance
can be optimized.
► Integrated Peripherals
All onboard peripherals can be set up through this menu. There are IDE devices, Super I/O
devices such as Serial I/O and other USB devices... etc.
CMOS Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc.
► System Information
► PnP/PCI Configuration
► Advanced BIOS Features
► PC Health Status
► Central Control Unit
► BIOS Security Features
► Advanced Chipset Features
Load Optimal Defaults
► Integrated Peripherals
Save Changes and Exit
► Power Management Setup
Discard Changes and Exit
↑↓←→:Move Enter:Select +/-/:Value F10:Save ESC:Exit F1:General Help
F9:Optimized Defaults
Configure Time and Date. Display System Information...
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► System Information
We do not suggest that you change the default values in the BIOS Setup, and we
shall not be responsible for any damage which resulted from the change you made.
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