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2.2
BIOS setup program
Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS
screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup
program.
Entering BIOS Setup at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup:
•
Press <Delete> during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press <Delete>,
POST continues with its routines.
Entering BIOS Setup after POST
To enter BIOS Setup after POST:
Press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> simultaneously.
•
•
Press the reset button on the system chassis.
•
Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you
failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.
Using the power button, reset button, or the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys to force reset from
a running operating system can cause damage to your data or system. We recommend to
always shut down the system properly from the operating system.
• The default BIOS settings for this motherboard apply for most conditions to ensure
• The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may
• Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this
2.3
Main menu
When you enter the BIOS Setup program, the Main menu screen appears, giving you an
overview of the basic system information.
Main
Advanced
System Time
System Date
SATA 1
SATA 2
SATA 3
SATA 4
Storage Configuration
System Information
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optimum performance. If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS
settings, load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the
Load Setups Default item under the Exit Menu. See section 2.8 Exit Menu.
not exactly match what you see on your screen.
motherboard.
Power
Boot
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
Tools
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Use [ENTER], [TAB] or
[SHIFT-TAB] to select
a field.
Use [+] or [-] to
configure system time.
Select Screen
Select Item
+-
Change Field
Tab
Select Field
F1
General Help
F10
Save and Exit
ESC
Exit
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