Intel DH61SKCH Intel Desktop Board DH61SKCH Product Guide - Page 19

Configuring the BIOS Configuring the BIOS This section discusses how to change the system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided. Enter BIOS Setup The BIOS is the communication bridge between hardware and software. Correctly setting the BIOS parameters is critical to maintain optimal system performance. Refer to the following procedure to verify/change BIOS settings. 1. Power on the computer. 2. Press the Del key when the following message briefly displays at the bottom of the screen during the Power On Self Test (POST). Pressing Del takes you to the BIOS Setup Utility. Note: 1. We reserve the right to update the BIOS version presented in the manual. The BIOS pictures shown in this section are for reference only. 2. It is strongly recommended that you do not change the default BIOS settings. Changing some settings could damage your system. Main Menu This menu gives you an overview of the general system specifications. The BIOS automatically detects the items in this menu. Note: Users please note that the data in gray is non-changeable, and the others are for selection. q BIOS Information Displays the auto-detected BIOS information. q Memory Information Displays the auto-detected memory information. q System Language Choose the system default language. q System Date/Time Allows you to set the system date/time. 19