The AMI BIOS (basic input/output system) is the firmware software that stores information about the computer's installed hardware and software. The BIOS along with the CMOS (Complimentary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) chip identifies and loads the system devices and initializes the software during the boot up process. If the BIOS settings are not configured properly, the computer will have problems during the boot up process which may cause some systems to fail to load. You can reset the AMI BIOS by removing the BIOS battery from the computer's motherboard and replacing it.
Instructions
1. Turn off the computer and remove any peripherals attached to it. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the computer case to expose the electrical components. The case is usually connected with tabs or screws.
3. Locate the computer's motherboard. The BIOS battery is attached to the motherboard. It is usually silver colored, circular and flat.
4. Grip the battery on both sides and pull it out of the socket in the motherboard. If the socket is too deep to use your fingers, use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry it from the socket.
5. Push the BIOS battery back into the socket of the motherboard. Replace the computer case and reconnect any peripherals. Plug the power cord back into the electrical outlet and turn on the computer. The computer will start and the AMI BIOS settings will be reset.
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