Elitegroup E07EI1 User Manual
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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 contains manufacturer’s default settings for the
computer’s standard operations. However, there are occasions
when you may be required to modify the default settings in the
BIOS.
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.
The BIOS Setup Utility you see on your
notebook may appear slightly different than what is shown in
this manual, because your notebook may have newer BIOS
version installed.
Entering the BIOS Setup Screen
First turn on the power. When the BIOS performs the POST
(Power-On Self Test), press Del key quickly to activate the AMI
BIOS Setup Utility.
You may need to press Del key fairly
quickly. Once the system begins to load Operating System,
you may have to retry by cycle-power on again.
Leaving the BIOS Setup Screen
When you have finished modifying the BIOS settings, exit the
BIOS. It takes a few seconds to record changes in the CMOS.