The Basic Input/Output System; Standard Cmos Setup - DFI P5XV3 User Manual

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P5XV3 System Board User's Manual

3.1 The Basic Input/Output System

The Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) is a program that takes care
of the basic level of communication between the processor and
peripherals. In addition, the BIOS also contain codes for various
advanced features found in this system board. This chapter explains
the Setup Utility for the Award BIOS.
After you power up your system, the BIOS message appears on
your screen and the memory count begins. After the memory test,
the following message will appear on the screen:
If the message disappears before you respond, restart your system
or press the "Reset" button. You may also restart the system by
pressing the <Ctrl> <Alt> and <Del> keys simultaneously.
When you press <Del>, the main program screen will appear.

STANDARD CMOS SETUP

BIOS FEATURES SETUP
CHIPSET FEATURES SETUP
POWER MANAGEMENT SETUP
PNP/PCI CONFIGURATION
LOAD FAIL-SAFE SETTINGS
LOAD OPTIMAL SETTINGS
Esc
F10
3.1.1 Standard CMOS Setup
Use the arrow keys to highlight "Standard CMOS Setup" and press
<Enter>. A screen similar to the one on the next page will appear.
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Press DEL to enter setup
ROM PCI/ISA BIOS
CMOS SETUP UTILITY
AWARD SOFTWARE, INC.
: Quit
: Save & Exit Setup
INTEGRATED PERIPHERALS
SUPERVISOR PASSWORD
USER PASSWORD
IDE HDD AUTO DETECTION
SAVE & EXIT SETUP
EXIT WITHOUT SAVING
↑↓→←
: Select Item
: Change Color
(Shift) F2