Advanced Bios Features - MSI 945 Neo5 Series User Manual

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Advanced BIOS Features

Boot sector protection
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or
computer viruses. W hen enabled, the BIOS' data cannot be changed when attempt-
ing to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you'll
need to disable this Flash BIOS Protection function.
You should enable this function at all times. The only time when you need to disable
it is when you want to update the BIOS. After updating the BIOS, you should immedi-
ately re-enable it to protect it against viruses.
Full Screen Logo Display
This item enables you to show the company logo on the bootup screen. Settings are:
[Enabled]
[Disabled]
Quick Booting
Setting the item to [Enabled] allows the system to boot within 5 seconds since it will
skip some check items. Available options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
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Shows a still image (logo) on the full screen at boot.
Shows the POST messages at boot.