Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer

Using the BIOS Setup utility

The BIOS Setup utility stores basic settings for your computer. These settings include basic system hardware configuration, system resource settings, and password security. These settings are stored and saved even when the power is off.

Caution The options in the BIOS Setup utility have been set at the factory for optimal performance. Changes to these settings will affect the performance of your computer.

Before changing any settings, write them down in case you need to restore them later.

To open BIOS Setup utility:

Restart your computer. As soon as you see a startup screen, press F1. The BIOS Setup utility opens.

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