User`s manual

BIOS
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Section 4
AWARD BIOS SETUP
Main Menu
Awards ROM BIOS provides a built-in Setup program which allows user to modify
the basic system configuration and hardware parameters. The modified data is
stored in a battery-backed CMOS, so that data will be retained even when the
power is turned off. In general, the information saved in the CMOS RAM will stay
unchanged unless there is a configuration change in the system, such as hard drive
replacement or a device is added.
It is possible for the CMOS battery to fail causing CMOS data loss. If this happens
you will need install a new CMOS battery and reconfigure your BIOS settings.
To enter the Setup Program :
Power on the computer and press the <Del> key during the POST (Power On Self
Test). The BIOS CMOS SETUP UTILITY opens.
Figure 1: CMOS Setup Utility