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Mahalo expert Sean Hewitt explains the functions of the BIOS and system speaker connection on your computer.
BIOS on Your Motherboard
The BIOS (basic input/output system) chip on your computer fits into the motherboard and acts as software for just your motherboard.
Startup
When the computer is first powered on, the BIOS inspects the system to make sure everything is functioning correctly. This action is the first lines of text that appear when you start up your computer.
Accessing BIOS
You can also access the BIOS by pressing a function key, which varies by your computer's manufacturer. Usually the keys F2, F10, F11 or Delete will enter your BIOS setup screen. Once there, you can control different features such as the time, date and other information.
System Speaker
The system speaker is connected to the BIOS. The speaker only plays beeps and serves as an air code to inform you if something is wrong with the computer. You can look up the air codes in your manual or online to find out what they mean about your system.
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Meet Our Experts
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Sean Hewitt
Meet Sean Hewitt, a Mahalo Software expert. Sean has spent most of his career in computer construction and repair, working intimately with every version of Windows (from 3.1 to Windows 7) in the process. "Coming from a consulting and repair background," says Hewitt, "I can better understand computer issues and education from a user's perspective."
