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It varies by computer/motherboard manufacturer. If it is a system from a well known company like HP, Dell, Acer, etc, you can look on their web pages and generally get the answer.
Alternately, many times you can press esc when the first splash screen appears and it will show you the actual DOS boot process. If so, look at the bottom of the screen on the left hand side for message on what key to press to enter setup. On my particular system, you have to press F2.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoPress the key(s) immediately after powering up your computer and BEFORE
Windows starts to load:
Try F1. If that doesn't work, power off, and start over
Try Delete key. If that doesn't.... then try F12, .... then try ESC key
It's a darn good question -- I'm looking for the same answer.
The keystroke combination depends on the computer brand and maybe model.
This worked on my velocity micro destkop:
DEL - worked
F1 - worked
Good luck
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∙ 9y agoThe most common buttons to push are Del and F2. Some machines will use others (for example, Compaq computer back in the 1990s used F10 and some manufacturers nowadays use F1) but just about all machines nowadays will respond to either F2 or Del with the most common being Del.
If you want to try to force the issue, though, you can always just hold down a random key on the keyboard just after you hit the power button on the computer. This will often cause the Power-On Self Test (POST) to stop with a message about a stuck key on the keyboard and will ask if you want to enter Setup by pressing a certain key or if you wish to continue booting (usually indicated by pressing F1).
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Do all systems use the same setup to enter cmos setup?
No, not all systems use the same method to enter CMOS setup. Some systems allow access to CMOS setup by pressing DEL during start up and others by pressing F2.
Do all systems use the same method to enter CMOS setup?
No, not all systems use the same method to enter CMOS setup. Some systems allow access to CMOS setup by pressing DEL during start up and others by pressing F2.
What enables you to access and modify CMOS data?
To access and modify the CMOS data, you would need a CMOS setup utility. Originally, in the IBM AT and a few close clones, it required a separate utility on a diskette. However, manufacturers soon added this utility the the ROM BIOS. So even today, all you have to do is enter CMOS setup is to press a certain day upon booting the system. Delete, F1, and F2 are some of the common keys to use for entering the CMOS setup utility.
Can you How disable Block mode?
Use CMOS setup.
What is c mos ram?
Cmos ram refers the random access memory used by the cmos which is the primary bios setup on the computer. Most computers use a regular loaded ram to load the basic input output system. The cmos ram can also sometimes refer to the cache that the motherboard has. In general when you mention cmos three things should come into mind. The CMOS battery, the CMOS ram ( stores settings) and the BIOS (basic input output system) Hope this Helps!
When was the CMOS made for the computer?
If you mean the CMOS setup, then it was likely made around 1984. That was the year that IBM released the AT computer. That was the first to make use of CMOS settings. If you mean CMOS-based logic chips, they have been around since at least the the mid 1970's.
How can the CMOS be cleared on the computer?
There are three ways to clear the CMOS on a computer. You can access the BIOS menu and reset the BIOS settings, you can use the motherboard jumper or clear it by reseating the CMOS battery.
Why does your computer keep losing time?
NNTP & Batteries...setup and use NNTP. Replace old or worn CPU battery backups for CMOS clocks...
What action should always be taken before upgrading a hard disk?
Save the values of the installed drives CMOS setup values for use with the new drives.
How can you record keystrokes made on your PC?
Use a keylogger software
Can you enter BIOS setup after the system has booted?
Generally not, but it depends on your operating system. Most computers will require you to restart and use a keyboard shortcut to access the BIOS setup while it is booting.
Where can i get password for bios?
Using a manufacturers backdoor password to access the BIOS Use password cracking software Reset the CMOS using the jumpers or solder beads. Removing the CMOS battery for at least 10 minutes Overloading the keyboard buffer Using a professional service
