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BIOS Setup

Parallel Port Mode

Choose ECP + EPP (default), Normal

 

or EPP, ECP mode. The mode depends

 

on your external device that connects to

 

this port.

ECP Mode Use DMA

Choose DMA3 (default) or DMA1.

 

This setting only works when the

 

Onboard Printer Mode is set at the ECP

 

mode.

Parallel Port EPP Type

Choose EPP specification Ver. 1.7 or 1.9

 

(default).

Supervisor Password

Based on the setting you made in the ÒSecurity OptionÓ of the ÒBIOS FEATURES SETUPÓ, this Main Menu item lets you configure the system so that a password is required every time the system boots or an attempt is made to enter the Setup program. Change the password as follows:

1.Choose ÒSUPERVISOR PASSWORDÓ in the Main Menu and press <Enter>. The following message appears:

ÒEnter Password:Ó

2.Enter a password and press <Enter>.

(If you do not wish to use the password function, you can just press <Enter> and a ÒPassword disabledÓ message appears. )

3.After you enter your password, the following message appears prompting you to confirm the new password:

ÒConfirm Password:Ó

4.Re-enter your password and then Press <ESC> to exit to the Main Menu.

Important: If you forget or lose the password, the only way to access the system is to set jumper JP5 to clear the CMOS RAM. All setup information is lost and you must run the BIOS setup program again.

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P55C, P54C specifications

The SOYO P54C and P55C are motherboards designed to cater to a diverse range of computing needs, targeting enthusiasts and professionals alike. Built for compatibility with Intel processors, these motherboards provide a stable foundation for a powerful computing experience.

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