This is part 4 of a 10 part series on tuning up your PC.
Make sure that your computer has the most current BIOS and the BIOS settings are optimal for your motherboard. Most people leave the factory BIOS settings alone. The factory settings may not be optimal for computer, especially if you have upgraded any of your hardware.
BIOS Settings
There are no standard BIOS settings. You will need to check the manufacturer’s website or do a internet search for your computer. Keep in mind any hardware that you have added or upgraded when determining optimal BIOS settings.
Update BIOS
Computer/motherboard manufactures often release updates to BIOS software. Check the BIOS version you have and then go to your computer/motherboard manufacturer website and download any updates.
To check your BIOS version in XP or Vista, go to Start -> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools and select System Information. Detailed instructions can be found here: Find BIOS Version
When updating or “flashing” your BIOS; follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
Other Articles in this Series
10 easy steps for speeding up a slow PC - Part 1
10 easy steps for speeding up a slow PC - Part 2
10 easy steps for speeding up a slow PC - Part 3
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June 16th, 2008 at 10:16 pm
cool article
June 18th, 2008 at 2:16 am
Hi
Thanks for that extended help. Some I knew and some I didn’t. I have few computers left which are running slow. I will try it on my PC today.
Thanks for great help!
Chris
June 18th, 2008 at 4:28 am
nice tip. thanks mate
June 21st, 2008 at 1:59 pm
Thanks virtue, c, and nigelmcloughlin.
pcguy
June 30th, 2008 at 7:50 pm
Great article
July 7th, 2008 at 3:46 am
I like your series of speeding up the computer and I have applied all this in my computer and it is working more efficiently than ever before. Thanks for the tips man