Users rarely have to work with the BIOS, as it is usually required to reinstall the OS or use the advanced settings of the computer. On ASUS notebooks, the input may vary, depending on the device model
Bios
The basic input / output system, BIOS is called, because it is responsible for the operation of such computer interfaces, thanks to which information can be entered into and outputted to a computer. Modern BIOS versions from Award, Phoenix and AMI make it possible to use the capabilities of network cards, IEEE1394 and USB devices, including loading the operating system. The graphical interface of the settings menu, otherwise called BIOS Setup.
Users can add both a password to start the computer and a password to enter BIOS Setup. Here it is possible to specify the device from which the further computer will be booted. Fans of unlocking the potential of their computer will love the possibility of overclocking the processor and RAM. It is powered, as in the case of a motherboard, from an attached battery.
During the start of the computer, the BIOS chip is accessed to obtain instructions on further actions. This is a post-power-on self-test - POST. After positive testing, the main components, without which work on the computer is not possible (input and output devices, RAM, ROM, etc.).
The main function of the BIOS is the timely identification and recognition of all constituent elements of the system:
- random access memory;
- video cards;
- processor;
- devices inside the laptop;
- and external connected accessories (flash drive, disk).
How to open bios on an asus laptop
BIOS setup is very important for every computer, because stability and performance of the PC completely depends on it. BIOS is a kind of software firmware located in a chip on a computer's motherboard and controlling its system operation.
Entering BIOS on ASUS:
- X-series. If your laptop name starts with “X” and other numbers and letters follow, then your device is an X-series. To enter them, either the F2 key or the Ctrl + F2 combination is used. However, on very old models of this series, F12 may be used instead of these keys;
- K-series. F8 is usually used here;
- Other series designated by letters of the English alphabet. ASUS also has less common series, like the previous two. The names start from A to Z (exceptions: the letters K and X). Most of them use the F2 key or Ctrl + F2 / Fn + F2. On older models, Delete is responsible for entering the BIOS;
- UL / UX-series also enter BIOS by pressing F2 or through its combination with Ctrl / Fn;
- FX series. This series presents modern and productive devices, therefore, to enter the BIOS on such models, it is recommended to use Delete or the combination of Ctrl + Delete. However, on older devices, this may be F2.
