Not all computer troubleshooting can be handled within your operating system or by troubleshooting specific components. Some key computer functions are governed by the CMOS (Complementary ...

The CMOS chip stores critical system information such as the date, time, and hardware configuration. It is essential for maintaining the BIOS settings that control how your computer interacts with its ...

OK I have this K7SEM system I built for a friend about 2 years ago. She brings it back saying it won't boot. I check it out .. it won't even POST. Lights and fans, but no display or beeping, except if ...

Clearing the CMOS memory on your motherboard is often the quickest way to access a desktop when you don't know the BIOS password. The password, along with your other BIOS settings, goes back to the ...

I have an FN45 motherboard that came with the SN45G Shuttle XPC. The entire computer was setup and working fine with a Barton 2500+ and 2x512 Geil 2700 rated at 5-2-2-2. Then, I decided to see if I ...

When a computer powers on, it configures its hardware components prior to loading the operating system. The settings it needs to configure the hardware make up the computer's Basic Input Output System ...

When you start your system, first, it performs the checksum test of the BIOS. If the checksum test is incorrect, it is assumed that the BIOS is corrupt and the hidden ...

Frustratingly common for PC users, boot problems can stem from a variety of software and hardware glitches. A particularly frequent issue is when a Windows computer ...

PC owners aren't strangers to the usual hardware debacle. If you’ve been using a PC for more than a year, chances are you have probably encountered some common hardware hiccups. Whether it’s an ...