Discover how a simple CMOS reset can resolve common PC hardware problems like black screen, bad overclocks, undervolting, BIOS password lockouts, and incorrect system time.

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 ...

Resetting your basic input/output system's settings can take a dead computer and make it work again. Given that many business computers remain in from-the-manufacturer condition, the default settings ...

If after changing the CMOS battery your computer won’t boot, this article will help you fix the problem. CMOS battery provides continuous power to the BIOS chip. BIOS chip stores all the BIOS settings ...

Not all computer troubleshooting can be handled within your operating system or by troubleshooting specific components. Some ...

A neighbor asked me to wipe their PC hard drive so they could give the PC to a friend.<BR><BR>I took my XP disc over, since they didn't have one, and tried to boot from the CDROM. Wouldn't do it. So I ...

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 ...

As the administrator of your Dell computer, you have access to the system and BIOS settings where you can change the way the machine boots and runs. Setting a BIOS password for the computer prevents ...