ASUS M32AD-R18 사용자 설명서

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Chapter 2: Using Windows

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 8.1

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system 

startup in the Desktop PC. 

In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal 

performance. Do not change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: 
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An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run 

the BIOS Setup.

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You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update.

Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that 

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

Windows

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 8.1 boot time is quite fast, so we developed the following ways for you to quickly access 

the BIOS:
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Press the power button for at least four seconds to shut down your Desktop PC, then press the 

power button again to turn your Desktop PC back on, and press <Del> during POST.

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When your Desktop PC is off, disconnect the power cord from your Desktop PC’s power

 the power cord from your Desktop PC’s power 

connector. Reconnect the power cord and press the power button to turn on your Desktop PC. 

Press <Del> during POST.

<Del> during POST. 

POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you 

turn on your Desktop PC.