ECS K7S6A - CHAPTER 3 Using BIOS; About the Setup Utility

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The computer uses the latest Award BIOS with support for
Windows Plug and Play. The CMOS chip on the mainboard
contains the ROM setup instructions for configuring the main-
board BIOS.
The BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) Setup Utility dis-
plays the system's configuration status and provides you with
options to set system parameters. The parameters are stored
in battery-backed-up CMOS RAM that saves this information
even when the power is turned off. When the system is turned
back on, the system is configured with the values found in
CMOS.
The BIOS Setup Utility enables you to configure:
• Hard drives, diskette drives, and peripherals
• Video display type and display options
• Password protection from unauthorized use
• Power management features
The settings made in the Setup Utility affect how the computer
performs. Before using the Setup Utility, ensure that you un-
derstand the Setup Utility options. Only change settings
appropriate for the way you use the computer.
This chapter provides explanations for Setup Utility options.