EVGA 131-K8-NF44-XX manual Introducing Bios, Entering Setup

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Chapter 3

3-0 Introducing BIOS

The BIOS is a program located on a Flash Memory on the motherboard. This program is a bridge between motherboard and operating system. When you start the computer, the BIOS program gains control. The BIOS first operates an auto-diagnostic test called POST (power on self test) for all the necessary hardware, it detects the entire hardware device and configures the parameters of the hardware synchronization. Only when these tasks are completed does it give up control of the computer to the operating system (OS). Since the BIOS is the only channel for hardware and software to communicate, it is the key factor for system stability, and in ensuring that your system performance is at its best.

The details of each section of the BIOS are explained in the BIOS PDF supplemental that is located in the Manuals Section of the Installation CD.

3-1 Entering Setup

Power on the computer and by pressing <Delete> immediately allows you to enter Setup.

If the message disappears before your respond and you still wish to enter Setup, restart the system to try again by turning it OFF then ON or pressing the “RESET” button on the system case. You may also restart by simultaneously pressing <Ctrl>, <Alt> and <Delete> keys. If you do not press the keys at the correct time and the system does not boot, an error message will be displayed and you will again be asked to

Press <F1> to continue, <Ctrl-Alt-Esc>or <Delete> to enter Setup

For complete BIOS setup and descriptions please see the BIOS PDF located in the Manuals Section of the Installation CD.

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