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The Setup Utility is a hardware configuration program built into
your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). It runs and
maintains a variety of hardware functions. It is menu-driven
software, which allows you to easily configure and change the
settings.
The BIOS allows you to set up passwords to limit access to users.
This is an important feature because a great deal of vital
information is carried within the computer nowadays. Unauthorized
access can be prevented. Later in this chapter, you will learn how
to use this security feature.
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First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST
(Power-On Self Test), press DEL key quickly to activate the BIOS
Setup Utility.
quickly. Once the system begins to load Windows, you may
have to retry by cycle-power on again
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When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the
BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.
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Go to Sub Screen Shows the Sub Menu
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Leaves a sub-menu to return to the
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