Upgrading Your Computer

Upgrading Your Computer

This chapter provides information about upgrading and replacing components in your computer, including:

Identifying your case style

Opening your computer case

Removing and installing drives and components

Removing and installing add-in cards

Adding memory

You must open your computer case to change or upgrade components. If you are not comfortable with these procedures, get help from a more experienced computer user or computer service technician.

Selecting a place to work

Work on your computer in an area that:

Is clean (avoid dusty areas)

Is a low-static environment (avoid carpeted areas)

Has a stable surface on which to set your computer

Has enough room to place all the computer parts

Is near a grounded outlet so that you can test your computer after installation

Is near a telephone (in case you need help from Gateway Technical Support). The telephone must be directly connected to a telephone jack and cannot be connected to your computer

Gathering the tools you need

Some tools and supplies that you may need to work on your computer are:

A Phillips screwdriver

A flat-head screwdriver

A notebook to take notes

Small containers to store various types of screws

A grounding wrist strap (available at most electronic stores)

Preventing static electricity discharge

The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Caution

ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the computer. Prevent ESD damage by following ESD guidelines every time you open the computer case.

Warning

To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.

Before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines:

Turn off the computer power.

Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of the computer.

Warning

To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the power supply.

Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer.

Unplug the power cord and modem and network cables.

Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines:

Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam.

Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.

Always hold expansion cards by their edges or their metal mounting brackets. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Never slide expansion cards or components over any surface.

Identifying your computer case style

New Gateway Mid Tower Gateway Micro Tower Gateway Mid-Tower

The New Gateway Mid Tower case has an access door on the front that covers the drive bays and other components.

For information on the New Gateway Mid Tower case, see New Gateway Mid Tower case.

The Gateway Micro Tower case does not have a charcoal gray accent piece on the top.

For information on the Gateway Micro Tower case, see Gateway Micro Tower case.

The Gateway Mid-Tower case has a charcoal gray accent piece on the top.

For information on the Gateway Mid-Tower case, see Gateway Mid-Tower case.

New Gateway Mid Tower case

The New Gateway Mid Tower case provides toolless access to internal components.

Tips & Tricks

When cleaning the case, do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish. Use soap and water or a dilution of water and isopropyl alcohol. For more information, see Cleaning your computer.

Opening and closing

Warning

To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power and modem cords before opening the case.

To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Turn off the computer.
Following all static electricity discharge precautions, disconnect the power cord and all other cables.
Drain any residual power from the computer by pressing the power button.
If your case cover has a shipping screw installed on the back of the case, remove the screw. For information about the location of the screw, see New Gateway Mid Tower back.

Push in on the cover release handle.

Swing the side panel away from the case

To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:

For more stability, you can place the computer on its side. Avoid scratching the case by placing it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface.
Make sure all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case.

Align the door tabs into the case notches.

Swing the side panel toward the case until the release handle locks.

If you removed a case cover shipping screw, replace the screw.
Return the case to its upright position.
Reconnect the cables and power cord.

Adding or replacing a drive

Use these procedures to replace 5.25-inch drives such as CD or DVD drives, 3.5-inch drives such as diskette drives, and hard drives.

To add or replace a CD, DVD, or diskette drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
If you are adding a new drive, press in on the two drive bay cover release tabs, then pull the cover out of the case.

If you are replacing a drive, disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions.

If there is a shipping screw installed next to the release lever, remove the screw, then unlock the drive bay by sliding the release lever back toward the rear of the case.

If you are replacing a drive, remove the old drive by sliding it forward and out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive into the drive bay until it settles into the indentation, then lock it into place by sliding the release lever toward the front of the case.
If you removed a shipping screw, replace the screw.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

To replace a hard drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions.

Slide the release lever out toward the open side of the case.

Remove the drive by sliding it out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive in and lock it into place by sliding the release lever toward the inside of the case.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Adding or replacing add-in cards

An add-in card is a card used in the computer to add functionality to the system. Use the following procedures to replace, add, or reseat an add-in card.

To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
For more stability, place the computer on its side. Avoid scratching the case by placing it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface.
Disconnect any cables that are attached to the card, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new card.)
Remove the retention thumb-screw that secures the card retention cover to the case.

Hold the add-in card retention cover open.

While holding the add-in card retention cover open, remove the add-in card.

You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen the card, but do not bend the card sideways.

Caution

Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the add-in card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card.

While holding the retention cover open, install the new card into the add-in slot.

You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to help insert the card, but do not bend the card sideways.

Lock the card in place by pushing the add-in card retention cover inward, then secure the add-in card retention cover with the retention thumb-screw.
Reconnect any cables to the card following the instructions in the card documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Refer to the documentation that came with the card for any special software installation instructions.

Replacing the power supply

To replace a New Gateway Mid-Tower case power supply:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
For more stability, place the computer on its side. Avoid scratching the case by placing it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface.
Disconnect the power supply cables from all components, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.)

Flip the power supply retention clip out.

Remove the power supply by sliding it toward the front of the case, then up.

Install the new power supply into the case, then lock the new power supply into place by flipping the power supply retention clip in.
Reconnect the power supply cables.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Remove all of the add-in cards by following the procedure "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.)
Remove the green thumbscrew using a screwdriver, coin, or your fingers.

Remove the system board by sliding the board toward the front of the case. The system board standoffs slide out of the keyhole slots.

Slide the new system board into the keyhole slots and lock it into place with the thumbscrew.

Important

The new system board must have special standoffs (pem studs) mounted on the bottom of the board. If necessary, use the standoffs from the original system board.

Connect the power and data cables.
Install the add-in cards by following the procedure in "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the New Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Gateway Micro Tower case

The Gateway Micro Tower case provides toolless access to internal components.

Opening and closing

Warning

To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power and modem cords before opening the case.

To open the Gateway Micro Tower case:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Turn off the computer.
Following all static electricity discharge precautions, disconnect the power cord and all other cables.
Drain any residual power from the computer by pressing the power button.
For more stability, set the case on its side before opening the side panel.
If your case cover has a shipping screw installed on the back of the case, remove the screw. For information about the location of the screw, see Gateway Micro Tower back.

Squeeze the cover release levers toward each other.

Swing the side panel away from the case.

To close the Gateway Micro Tower case

For more stability, set the case on its side before closing the side panel.
Make sure all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case.
Align the door tabs into the case notches, then swing the side panel toward the case until the release levers lock.

If you removed a case cover shipping screw, replace the screw.
Return the case to its upright position.
Reconnect the cables and power cord.

Adding or replacing a drive

Use these procedures to replace 5.25-inch drives such as CD or DVD drives, 3.5-inch drives such as diskette drives, and hard drives.

To add or replace a CD, DVD, or diskette drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Micro Tower case:".
Return the case to its upright position.
If you are adding a new drive, press in on the two bezel release tabs.

- OR -

If you are replacing a drive, go to Step 6.

Swing open the front bezel.

If you adding a new drive, remove the EMI shield for the bay into which you are installing the new drive.

If you are replacing a drive, disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.)
Remove the shipping screws.

If you are replacing a drive, remove the old drive by sliding it forward and out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive into the drive bay until it settles into the indentation, then lock it into place by replacing the shipping screws.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Micro Tower case".

To replace a hard drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Micro Tower case:".
Return the case to its upright position.
Disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions.

Slide the release lever out toward the open side of the case.

Remove the drive by sliding it out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive in and lock it into place by sliding the release lever in toward the inside of the case.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Micro Tower case".

Adding or replacing add-in cards

An add-in card is a card used in the computer to add functionality to the system. Use the following procedures to replace, add, or reseat an add-in card.

To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Micro Tower case:".
For more stability, leave the case on its side.
Disconnect any cables that are attached to the card, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new card.)
Remove the retention thumb-screw that secures the card retention cover to the case.

Swing the add-in card retention cover open.

If you are replacing a card, remove the old add-in card.

You can slightly seesaw the add-in card end-to-end to loosen the card, but do not bend the add-in card sideways.

Caution

Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the add-in card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the add-in card.

Install the new add-in card into the add-in slot.

You can slightly seesaw the add-in card end-to-end to help insert it, but do not bend the add-in card sideways.

Lock the add-in card in place by swinging the add-in card retention cover inward, then secure the retention cover with the retention thumb-screw.
Reconnect any cables to the card following the instructions in the card documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Micro Tower case".
Refer to the documentation that came with the card for any special software installation instructions.

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Micro Tower case:".
For more stability, leave the case on its side.
Remove all of the add-in cards by following the procedure "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.)
Remove the green thumbscrew using a screwdriver, coin, or your fingers.

Remove the system board by sliding the board toward the front of the case. The system board standoffs slide out of the keyhole slots.

Slide the new system board into the keyhole slots and lock it into place with the thumbscrew.

Important

The new system board must have special standoffs (pem studs) mounted on the bottom of the board. If necessary, use the standoffs from the original system board.

Connect the power and data cables.
Install the add-in cards by following the procedure in "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Micro Tower case".

Gateway Mid-Tower case

The Gateway Mid-Tower case provides toolless access to internal components.

Opening and closing

Warning

To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power and modem cords before opening the case.

To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Turn off the computer.
Following all static electricity discharge precautions, disconnect the power cord and all other cables.
Drain any residual power from the computer by pressing the power button.
For more stability, place the computer on its side.
If your case cover has a shipping screw installed on the back of the case, remove the screw. For information about the location of the screw, see Gateway Mid-Tower back.
Push the cover release levers away from each other, then swing the side panel away from the case.

To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:

For more stability, set the case on its side before closing the side panel.
Make sure all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case.

Align the door tabs into the case notches, then swing the side panel toward the case until the release levers lock.

If you removed a case cover shipping screw, replace the screw.
Return the case to its upright position.
Reconnect the cables and power cord.

Adding or replacing a drive

Use these procedures to replace 5.25-inch drives such as CD or DVD drives, 3.5-inch drives such as diskette drives, and hard drives.

To add or replace a CD, DVD, or diskette drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Return the case to its upright position.
If you are adding a new drive, press in on the two bezel release tabs, then go to the next step.

- OR -

If you are replacing a drive, go to Step 7.

Swing open the front bezel.

If you are adding a new drive, remove the EMI shield for the bay into which you are installing the new drive.

If you are replacing a drive, disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.)
If there is a shipping screw installed next to the release lever, remove the screw, then unlock the drive bay by sliding the release lever back toward the rear of the case.

If you are replacing a drive, remove the old drive by sliding it forward and out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive into the drive bay until it settles into the indentation, then lock it into place by sliding the release lever toward the front of the case.
If you removed a shipping screw, replace the screw.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

To replace a hard drive:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Return the case to its upright position.
Disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the release lever out toward the open side of the case.

Remove the drive by sliding it out of the drive bay.

Set any jumpers on the new drive. See the drive documentation for further instructions.
Slide the new drive in and lock it into place by sliding the release lever toward the inside of the case.
Connect the drive cables following the instructions in the drive documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Adding or replacing add-in cards

An add-in card is a card used in the computer to add functionality to the system. Use the following procedures to replace, add, or reseat an add-in card.

To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
For more stability, leave the computer on its side.
Disconnect any cables that are attached to the card, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new card.)
Remove the retention thumb-screw that secures the card retention cover to the case.

While holding the add-in card retention cover open, remove the add-in card.

You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen the card, but do not bend the card sideways.

Caution

Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the add-in card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card.

While holding the retention cover open, install the new card into the add-in slot.

You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to help insert the card, but do not bend the card sideways.

Lock the card in place by pushing the add-in card retention cover inward, then secure the add-in card retention cover with the retention thumb-screw.
Reconnect any cables to the card following the instructions in the card documentation.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Refer to the documentation that came with the card for any special software installation instructions.

Replacing the power supply

To replace a Gateway Mid-Tower case power supply:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Return the computer to its upright position.
Disconnect the power supply cables from all components, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.)
Flip the power supply retention clip out.

While supporting the power supply with your hand, remove the power supply by sliding it toward the front of the case, then outward.

Install the new power supply, then lock the new power supply into place by flipping the power supply retention clip in.
Reconnect the power supply cables.
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure "To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".
Remove all of the add-in cards by following the procedure "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.)
Remove the green thumbscrew using a screwdriver, coin, or your fingers.

Remove the system board by sliding the board toward the front of the case. The system board standoffs slide out of the keyhole slots.

Slide the new system board into the keyhole slots and lock it into place with the thumbscrew.

Important

The new system board must have special standoffs (pem studs) mounted on the bottom of the board. If necessary, use the standoffs from the original system board.

Connect the power and data cables.
Install the add-in cards by following the procedure in "To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:".
Close the case by following the procedure "To close the Gateway Mid-Tower case:".

Installing memory

When you upgrade your computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. Your computer uses either DIMM or RIMM memory.

This section applies to all case styles. The following illustration shows the general location of the memory modules in the system board.

Installing or replacing DIMM memory

If your computer uses DIMM memory, the memory module has several memory chips on one side.

To install or replace DIMM memory:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure for your case style. Make sure that you remove all external cables and the power cord.
Find the memory module banks, sometimes called add-in slots, on your system board.
If you are removing a memory module from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it.

- OR -

If you are adding a memory module to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module bank.

Align the notches on the new memory module with the notches on the memory module bank and press firmly into the bank. The tabs on the sides of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. When the module is secure, you hear a click.

Close the case by following the procedure for your case style.
Turn on the computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears.
In Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view). Click/Double-click System. The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties window in the General tab.

- OR -

In Windows 2000, right-click the My Computer icon, then click Properties. The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties window in the General tab.

Installing or replacing RIMM memory

If your computer uses RIMM system memory, you need to use a combination of Rambus Interface Memory Modules (RIMMs) and Continuity-RIMMs (C-RIMMs). All memory slots must be filled with either a RIMM or a C-RIMM.

RIMMs

If your computer uses RIMM memory, the memory has a metal cover on one or both sides of the module.

C-RIMMs

C-RIMMs are placeholders that let the memory modules work. A C-RIMM does not have a metal cover on either side of the module.

Tips & Tricks

Identifying identical RIMM modules

Identical RIMM modules must share the same five specifications shown in the example below.

To install or replace RIMM or C-RIMM memory:

Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure for your case style. Make sure that you remove all external cables and the power cord.
Find the memory module banks, sometimes called add-in slots, on your system board.
If you are removing a RIMM module from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it.

- OR -

If you are removing a C-RIMM module from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the module and remove it.

If you are installing two memory modules into one dual-channel (two-slot) bank (RIMM BANK 0), install two identical RIMMs in RIMM BANK 0 and two C-RIMMS in RIMM BANK 1 on the system board.

If you are installing four memory modules into two dual-channel (two-slot) banks (RIMM BANK 0 and RIMM BANK 1), install two identical RIMMs in RIMM BANK 0 and two identical RIMMs in RIMM BANK 1 on the system board.

Make sure that you align the notches on the RIMM and C-RIMM with the notches on the memory module bank and press firmly into the bank.

Make sure that the tabs on the sides of the RIMM and C-RIMM secure the memory module in the slot. When the module is secure, you will hear a click.
Close the case and reconnect the cables and power cord.
Turn on the computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears.
In Windows XP, click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view). Click/Double-click System. The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties window in the General tab.

- OR -

In Windows 2000, right-click the My Computer icon, then click Properties. The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties window in the General tab.

Replacing the system battery

If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off the computer, replace the system battery with the same or an equivalent of the original battery that was in the computer.

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries following the manufacturer's instructions.

To replace the battery:

Open the BIOS Setup utility. For instructions, see "Using the BIOS Setup utility".
Write down all the values in the menus and submenus, then exit from the utility.
Shut down your computer.
Identify your computer case style. For more information, see Identifying your computer case style.
Open the case by following the procedure for your case style. Make sure that you remove all external cables and the power cord.
Locate the old battery on the system board and note its orientation. You will need to install the new battery the same way.
If the battery is installed horizontally on the system board, place the edge of a small flat-head screwdriver under the battery and lift it up until it pops out of the socket.

- OR -

If the battery is installed vertically on the system board, press the battery retention clip to the side and away from the battery, then lift the battery out of the socket.

If the battery is installed horizontally on the system board, make sure the positive (+) side of the battery is facing up, then press the new battery into the socket until it snaps into place.

- OR -

If the battery is installed vertically on the system board, make sure the positive (+) side of the battery faces the positive (+) label on the outside edge of the system board, then press the new battery into the socket until it snaps into place.

Close the case by following the procedure for your case style. Make sure that you reconnect all external cables and the power cord.
Turn on the computer.
Enter the BIOS Setup utility. For instructions, see "Using the BIOS Setup utility".
In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 2.
Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility.

Using the BIOS Setup utility

The BIOS Setup utility is used to determine the basic settings for your computer. These settings include basic system hardware configuration, system resource settings, and password security. These settings are stored and saved even when the power is off.

Caution

The options in the BIOS Setup utility have been set at the factory for optimal performance. Changes to these settings will affect the performance of the computer.

Before changing any settings, write them down in case you need to restore them later.

To open BIOS Setup utility:

Restart your computer.
During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. The main menu of the BIOS Setup utility opens.

The following illustration shows the main menu screen of a typical BIOS Setup utility. Your BIOS Setup utility may vary from the illustration below.

BIOS Setup Utility

Main Advanced Security Power Boot Exit

Item Specific Help

BIOS Version

Processor Type
Processor Speed
Front Side Bus Speed
Cache Ram

System Memory
Memory Bank 0
Memory Bank 1
Memory Bank 2

Language:
Cache ECC Support:

System Time:
System Date:

4W4SB0X0.15A.0004.P02

Pentium (R) III
933 MHz
133 MHz
512 KB

128 MB
128 MB SDRAM
Not Installed
Not Installed

[English (US)]
[Disabled]

[11:09:31]
[10/15/2000] Select the display language for the BIOS.

F1 Help
ESC Exit Select Item
Select Menu -/+ Change Values
Enter Select > Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit

Use the navigation keys displayed at the bottom of the BIOS Setup utility screen to move through the BIOS menus and make selections. Press F1 to get more help about options.