The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a firmware that controls the low-level operations of your computer. It is responsible for loading the operating system, configuring hardware settings, and managing boot options. In this article, we detail how to enter the BIOS configuration screen.
Enter BIOS
To enter BIOS, you need to press a specific key or combination of keys during the startup process, before the Windows logo appears. The key or keys may differ depending on your computer, but some of the most common ones are:
- F2
- DEL
- F10
- F12
- ESC
To find out the BIOS key for your computer, you can do the following:
- Look for a message that appears on the screen during the startup process. This message will usually tell you which key to press to enter BIOS.
- Check your motherboard’s documentation. The BIOS key is usually listed in the motherboard’s user manual.
- Use a BIOS key checker tool. There are a number of BIOS key checker tools available online. These tools will scan your computer and tell you which key to press to enter BIOS.
Once you know the BIOS key, follow these steps to enter BIOS:
- Turn on your computer.
- As soon as you see the POST (Power-On Self-Test) screen, start pressing the BIOS key repeatedly.
- If you pressed the key correctly, you will see the BIOS setup screen.
Once you are in BIOS, you can use the arrow keys to navigate the menus and the Enter key to select options. To exit BIOS, save your changes and select the Exit
option.
Here are some additional tips for entering BIOS:
- If you don’t press the BIOS key correctly, your computer will boot into Windows. In this case, you will need to restart your computer and try again.
- If you are unable to find the BIOS key for your computer, you can try pressing all of the function keys (F1-F12) and the ESC key.
- If you are still having trouble entering BIOS, you can contact your computer manufacturer for assistance.
From the BIOS screen, you can complete tasks like managing your dual booted operating systems.
I hope this article helps you enter BIOS on your motherboard.
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