How to Change the Settings Used by Your System BIOS

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Tip 1 - How to Change Computer BIOS Settings

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Paul Gilmore | permalink

Knowing how to access and change settings in your BIOS can save you a lot of headaches when troubleshooting a computer. The method varies for every computer, but this guide will show you how to access and change your BIOS settings. Boot...
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Tip 2 - Beginner Geek: How To Change the Boot Order in Your Computer’s BIOS

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Bruce Cahan | permalink

The boot order in your computer’s BIOS controls which device it loads the operating system from. Modify your boot order to force your computer to boot from a USB drive, CD or DVD drive, or another hard drive.

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Tip 3 - How to Clear Your Computer’s CMOS to Reset BIOS Settings

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Gwen Smith | permalink

Your computer stores low-level settings like the system time and hardware settings in its CMOS. These settings are configured in the BIOS setup menu. If you’re experiencing a hardware compatibility issue or another problem, you may want to try clearing the CMOS.

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Tip 4 - How To Enter The BIOS On Your Computer

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by 83gtreenigne | permalink

Inside the BIOS you can change basic computer settings, like the boot order, system time and date, or which hardware components are enabled; that's why the BIOS is also referred to as 'Setup'. Entering the BIOS just takes a simple key stroke at the right moment while the system is booting. To save you the…

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