Do you need to change the order of device loading or reset the system clock? BIOS or UEFI (latest version of BIOS) is the right platform. The BIOS or UEFI controls all low-level functions of the computer, and you need to access them if you want to make changes. Accessing the BIOS or UEFI is different for each computer, but the basic process is usually the same. This wikiHow teaches you how to access BIOS or UEFI on a PC.
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Method 1 of 3: On Windows 10
Step 1. Open the Windows settings menu (“Settings”)
You can find this menu in the “Start” menu. As long as you have access to the desktop of the computer, you can enter the UEFI/BIOS without having to press certain keys when the computer restarts.
To enter the BIOS, you need to restart the computer. Save the job and close other programs before continuing with this method
Step 2. Click Update & Security
This option is indicated by a two curved arrow icon.
Step 3. Click the Recovery tab
This tab is in the left column.
Step 4. Click Restart Now in the "Advanced startup" section
This option is in the right pane. You may need to scroll through the screen to find the button.
Step 5. Click Troubleshoot on the menu
Additional menu options will load.
Step 6. Click UEFI Firmware Settings
This option is indicated by a microchip icon with a gear above it. A confirmation page will be displayed after that.
If you don't see the option, you will need to follow the setup key method
Step 7. Click Restart
The computer will restart and BIOS/UEFI will load.
Once you're in the BIOS or UEFI, use the arrow keys on your keyboard (or mouse if that works) to move from one option to another and make your selection
Method 2 of 3: On Windows 8 and 8.1
Step 1. Open the “Charms” bar
You can open it by moving the cursor to the lower right corner of the desktop.
To enter the BIOS, you need to restart the computer. Save the job and close other programs before continuing with this method
Step 2. Click “Settings”
It's a gear icon in the "Charms" bar.
Step 3. Click Change PC settings
This option is at the bottom of the menu.
Step 4. Click Update & Recovery
This option is at the bottom of the left pane.
If you are using Windows 8 and have not upgraded your operating system to 8.1, select “ General ” on the left pane.
Step 5. Click Recovery (Windows 8.1 only)
This option is in the left pane.
Step 6. Click Restart Now
This option is under the "Advanced Setup" section of the right pane.
Step 7. Click Troubleshoot on the menu
This option is the second option.
Step 8. Click on Advanced options
This option is a last resort.
Step 9. Click UEFI Firmware Settings
This option is indicated by a microchip icon with a gear above it. A confirmation page will load.
If you don't see this option, you need to follow the setup key combination method
Step 10. Click Restart
Once selected, the computer will restart and the BIOS/UEFI will load.
After accessing the BIOS or UEFI, you can use the mouse to switch between options and select menus
Method 3 of 3: Using the Setup Key
Step 1. Restart the computer
If you're using an earlier version of Windows or can't follow the steps in the Windows 10 method or the Windows 8 and 8.1 method, you can access the BIOS by pressing certain keys on the keyboard right after restarting the computer.
To enter the BIOS, you need to restart the computer. Save the job and close other programs before continuing with this method
Step 2. Press the setup button repeatedly
After you see the logo of the computer manufacturer or manufacturer, press the button according to the information on the screen to access the initial setup menu or BIOS. The keys that need to be used are usually different for each computer manufacturer and model. Keep pressing the button repeatedly until you can access the BIOS.
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Here is a list of some fairly commonly used preset buttons by computer manufacturer:
- Acer: “F2” or “DEL”
- ASUS: “F2” or “DEL”
- Dell: “F2” or “F12”
- HP: “ESC” or “F10”
- Lenovo: “F2” or “Fn” + “F2”
- Lenovo (desktop): “F1”
- Lenovo (ThinkPad): “Enter” + “F1”
- MSI: “DEL” (for motherboard and PC)
- Microsoft Surface tablet: Press and hold the volume up button.
- PC Origin: “F2”
- Samsung: “F2”
- Sony: “F1”, “F2”, or “F3”
- Toshiba: “F2”
- If you press the key too late, Windows will already load and you will need to restart your computer and try again.
Step 3. Access BIOS
As long as you press the right key, the BIOS or UEFI will load. You can use the keyboard to switch from one menu to another because there is a chance that the mouse will not work.
