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The power-on self-test (post), Using post to access bios and troubleshoot, Bios – Asus Transformer 3 Pro T303UA User Manual

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ASUS Tablet and ASUS Keyboard Dock E-Manual

The Power-On Self-Test (POST)

The Power-On Self-Test (POST) is a series of software-controlled

diagnostic tests that run when you turn on or restart your ASUS Tablet.

The software that controls the POST is installed as a permanent part of

the ASUS Tablet’s architecture.

Using POST to access BIOS and Troubleshoot

During POST, you can access the BIOS settings or run troubleshooting

options using the volume button on your ASUS Tablet. You may refer to

the following information for more details.

BIOS

The Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) stores system hardware

settings that are needed for system startup in the ASUS Tablet.

The default BIOS settings apply to most conditions of your ASUS

Tablet. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following

circumstances:

An error message appears onscreen during system bootup and

requests you to run the BIOS Setup.

You have installed a new system component that requires further

BIOS settings or updates.

WARNING! Using inappropriate BIOS settings may result to system

instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the

BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.

Accessing BIOS

1.

Turn on your ASUS Tablet then press the power button and the

volume down button during POST.