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Powerpoint-Module B-ModB Ch05 Eng

The document discusses the basic input/output system (BIOS) and its functions. It explains that the BIOS boots the computer, loads the operating system, performs self-tests, and provides communication between hardware and software. The BIOS is stored in ROM and contains initialization routines. It discusses the BIOS boot process, which involves powering on components, performing checks, and loading the operating system kernel into RAM. The document also covers configuring the BIOS through its setup program to control settings like boot order and performance tuning.

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Powerpoint-Module B-ModB Ch05 Eng

The document discusses the basic input/output system (BIOS) and its functions. It explains that the BIOS boots the computer, loads the operating system, performs self-tests, and provides communication between hardware and software. The BIOS is stored in ROM and contains initialization routines. It discusses the BIOS boot process, which involves powering on components, performing checks, and loading the operating system kernel into RAM. The document also covers configuring the BIOS through its setup program to control settings like boot order and performance tuning.

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Chapter 5

5.1 5.2 5.3

Basic Input/Output System (BIOS)


Introduction to BIOS The BIOS Boot Process Configuring the BIOS

5.1 Introduction to BIOS


Basic Input / Output System (BIOS)
boot the computer by providing a basic set of instructions load the operating system after turning on the computer perform POST (Power-On Self Test) provide set-up program for changing BIOS parameters provide low-level routines for the communications between OS and hardware devices

5.1 Introduction to BIOS


BIOS combination
BIOS program CMOS stores BIOS program BIOS parameter

5.1 Introduction to BIOS


Advantages of storing BIOS in ROM
code and data are readily available during booting BIOS content are not corrupted by errant applications

BIOS hardware components


BIOS ROM
PC startup program (POST)

BIOS CMOS memory


house the configuration information of individual PC

5.1 Introduction to BIOS


The BIOS ROM
All BIOS are contained in ROM in old days BIOS is now located in EEPROM chip
erased and rewritten by special programs called flash BIOS

BIOS CMOS memory


provide a non-volatile storage for PCs control information need very little power to operate powered by lithium battery

5.1 Introduction to BIOS


BIOS chip

5.2 The BIOS Boot Process


1. The power supply sends a signal to the components in the system unit. 2. The CPU finds the ROM chips that contains BIOS. 3. The BIOS performs the POST which checks components (e.g. mouse, keyboard connectors and expansion card) 4. The results of the POST are compared with data in the CMOS chip.

5.2 The BIOS Boot Process


5. The BIOS looks for the system files in floppy disk drive and hard disk. 6. The system files and the kernel of the OS load into RAM from hard disk.

5.2 The BIOS Boot Process


Beep codes
A series of beep: BIOS program encounter problems One short beep: everything is normal Errors can be indicated when video screen does not function Interpret the beep codes by consulting main board menu

5.2 The BIOS Boot Process


POST Error messages
Error messages are shown on display system Interpret error messages by consulting owners manual

5.3 Configuring the BIOS


Setup program interfaces
1. Hit a particular key or key combination at a right time to enter the BIOS setup utility

5.3 Configuring the BIOS


Setup program interfaces
2. A BIOS setup screen is displayed.

5.3 Configuring the BIOS


Typical key control
Incorrect settings of BIOS may lead to system halt Quit the setup without saving changes if we are not sure about the changed settings Boot sequence
control the order in which BIOS looks for an OS on start-up usual sequence: floppy disk hard disk CD-ROM

5.3 Configuring the BIOS


Typical key control
Performance tuning through BIOS settings
BIOS settings are responsible for how the chipset is controlled. Chipset is the key to the overall system performance BIOS parameters:

Choose the optimal bus speed settings Enable the CPUs internal cache External cache memory Enable system BIOS shadowing Quick power-on self test Update the BIOS

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