BIOS Settings

The BIOS Setup program initially displays the Main Menu screen. In each screen, there are options for modifying the system configuration.

Main

Set up and modify basic options such as time, date, disk drives, and hard drives. Check the amount of system

 

memory and extended memory here.

Advanced

Modify advanced features such as Plug and Play and memory settings. Configure your peripherals and check your

 

CPU type and speed here.

Power

Enable power-saving mode and specify auto suspend settings.

Boot

Specify the sequence in which the system boots: disk drive, hard drive, CD-ROM drive.

Exit

Save or discard changes.

 

 

Use the left arrow and right arrow keys to make a selection, and then press the Enter key.

For a more detailed explanation, see the online HP Pavilion Technical Manual available on the HP At Home Web site (http://www.hp-at-home.com/).

Note: We recommend that you keep a written copy of your settings and keep it up to date.

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