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Learn to open and navigate general BIOS menus and settings. Specific menus and functions vary by computer model.
The BIOS (Basic Input Output System) controls communication between system devices such as the disk drive, display, and keyboard. It also stores configuration information for peripheral types, the startup sequence, system and extended memory amounts, and more. Each BIOS version is customized based on the computer model line's hardware configuration and includes a built-in setup utility to access and change certain computer settings.
Note:
If you need to update the BIOS to resolve a specific issue, improve performance, or to support a new hardware component or Windows upgrade, go to HP Consumer Desktop PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) (Windows). You can update the BIOS whether Windows starts or does not start.
Opening the BIOS Setup Utility
Access the BIOS Setup Utility using a series of key presses during the boot process.
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Turn off the computer and wait five seconds.
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Turn on the computer, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly until the Startup Menu opens.
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Press f10 to open the BIOS Setup Utility.
BIOS Setup Utility menus and settings
Use the top menu bar to access computer information, security settings, and system configuration options. Available settings vary by computer model.
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File: Review system information, set date and time, and save or discard changes.
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Storage: Get storage device information, configure and test storage devices, and select boot options.
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Security: Set passwords and security settings for system devices and view the System IDs for the computer.
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Power: Configure power management features.
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Advanced: Select power-on, bus, and device options such as num lock key behavior.
CAUTION:
Information stored by the BIOS Setup Utility is essential. Use caution when making changes in the BIOS. A mistake might cause the computer to not perform as expected.
BIOS Setup Utility File menu
Review system information, a system log, and options on how to save changes to BIOS settings.
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System Information: Lists BIOS-related system information, computer model and serial numbers, and the processor type.
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About: Read information about the BIOS Setup Utility.
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System Log: Review a log of BIOS updates.
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Set Time and Date: Set the computer time and date.
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Default Setup: Save BIOS settings changes as the new defaults or restore settings to factory defaults.
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Apply Defaults and Exit: Return the computer to the default settings and exit from Setup.
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Ignore Changes and Exit: Ignore any settings changes and exit from Setup.
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Save Changes and Exit: Save any new settings and exit from Setup.
BIOS Setup Utility Storage menu
Review computer storage specifications and options and make configuration settings changes.
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Device Configuration: Use the arrow keys to select a storage device, and then press enter to review the model number, firmware version, and serial number information.
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Storage Options: Change from SATA emulation to AHCI.
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Boot Order: Change the order in which the computer uses the boot devices. Use the arrow keys to move to the item you want to change, and then press enter to drag the device to a new location.
BIOS Setup Utility Security menu
Manage system-related security settings and passwords.
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Setup Password: Create a password for accessing the BIOS Setup Utility.
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Power-on Password: Create a password used to turn on the computer.
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Device Security: Choose if certain devices, such as System Audio, Network Controller, and SATA are hidden or available.
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If the computer uses integrated audio on the motherboard, System Audio does not display. System Audio displays only if a separate sound card is installed.
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USB Security: Enable or disable computer USB ports.
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Slot Security: Enable or disable computer PCI Express Slots.
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Network Boot: Enable or disable the Network Boot feature.
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System IDs: View computer System IDs, including Universally Unique Identifier (UUID), SKU number, feature byte, and the hardware and software configuration build ID.
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System Security: Change the system security settings such as Virtualization Technology, Software Guard Extensions, and Data Execution Prevention. Includes an option to restore security settings to factory defaults.
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Secure Boot Configuration: Enable or disable Secure Boot or Legacy Boot and select the Secure Boot key type.
BIOS Setup Utility Power menu
Manage hardware and operating system-related power settings and view the CPU fan speed.
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OS Power Management: Enable or disable runtime power management and change idle power savings settings.
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Hardware Power Management: Enable or disable power management settings for devices including SATA, S4, and S5.
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Thermal: View the speed for the CPU fan.
BIOS Setup Utility Advanced menu
Manage advanced power and bus options and device options including the number lock state at start up.
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Power-On Options: Change what happens after the computer loses power and the behavior of the Power On Self-Test (POST).
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BIOS Power-On: Select days and time to automatically turn on the computer.
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Bus Options: Enable or disable advanced bus options.
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Device Options: Change device options such as the behavior of the number lock key.
Navigating BIOS Setup Utility menus
Identify the keyboard key used to navigate to and select menus and settings in the Setup Utility.
| Keyboard key | Description of function |
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| Left or right arrow key | Selects a different menu screen (moves the cursor left or right). |
| Up or down arrow key | Selects an item (moves the cursor up or down). |
| enter | Executes a command or selects a submenu. |
| f10 | Saves the current values and returns to the previous menu. |
| esc | Exits the menu or the BIOS Setup Utility without saving any changes. |
Finding the current BIOS version
Open the BIOS Setup Utility System Information to identify the installed BIOS version.
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Turn off the computer and wait five seconds.
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Turn on the computer, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly until the Startup Menu opens.
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Press f10 to open the BIOS Setup Utility.
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Select the File tab, use the down arrow to select System Information, and then press enter to locate the BIOS revision (version) and date.
Restoring default BIOS Setup Utility settings
Use the BIOS Setup Utility to restore the factory installed BIOS settings.
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In the BIOS Setup Utility, select the File tab.
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Select Apply Defaults and Exit.
The BIOS Setup Utility closes, and the computer starts up in Windows.
How to update the BIOS
You can update the BIOS if Windows starts or does not start.
If you need to update the BIOS to resolve a specific issue, improve performance, or to support a new hardware component or Windows upgrade, go to HP Consumer Desktop PCs - Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output System) (Windows).
Resolve issues during a BIOS update
If an issue occurs when updating the BIOS, such as a system hang or an error message displays, an automatic BIOS recovery is attempted.
The system is not be damaged if it can boot into Windows. If this occurs, download and install the latest BIOS update from HP Software and Driver Downloads.
During a BIOS update reboot, a black screen displays and automatic recovery fails
If a black screen displays and automatic recovery fails during a BIOS update reboot, there are two methods to manually recover the BIOS.
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Use the backup file stored on the hard drive: Turn on the computer, and then immediately press and hold the Windows key
and the B key at the same time until you hear 8 beeps. The BIOS Update utility opens to perform a BIOS recovery. -
Download the same or newer BIOS file: Go to HP Desktop PCs - Recovering the BIOS (Basic Input Output System), and then follow the steps to create a BIOS recovery USB key on another computer. Insert the USB key into the computer with the BIOS issue to start the recovery. If nothing happens after inserting the key, restart the computer, and then immediately press and hold the Windows key
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FAQs
What is the BIOS Setup utility key for HP? ›
Open the BIOS Setup Utility
Turn off the computer, press the power button, and then repeatedly press the esc key until the Startup Menu opens. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup Utility.
If you really need to access the Advanced tab in the BIOS then Boot up your computer and then press the F10 key to get into BIOS. Then quickly press the A key to show the Advanced settings. In the BIOS, press Fn+Tab 3 times.
Where are the power management options in HP BIOS? ›Access HP Battery Health Manager settings in the BIOS
Turn on the computer, and then repeatedly press the f10 key to open the BIOS Setup Utility. Using the arrow keys, select Advanced > Power Management Options. To review the setting options, click Battery Health Manager, and then select the appropriate settings.
There are three primary methods used to protect your BIOS: passwords, full disk encryption, and trusted platform modules.
What to do in BIOS Setup utility? ›Once in BIOS Setup Utility, users can change hardware settings, manage memory settings, change the boot order or boot device, and reset the BIOS password, among other configuration tasks.
What does the HP BIOS do? ›The BIOS (Basic Input Output System) controls communication between system devices such as the disk drive, display, and keyboard. It also stores configuration information for peripheral types, the startup sequence, system and extended memory amounts, and more.
What is my boot menu key? ›When a computer is starting up, the user can access the Boot Menu by pressing one of several keyboard keys. Common keys for accessing the Boot Menu are Esc, F2, F10, or F12, depending on the computer or motherboard manufacturer.
Which function key brings up BIOS update on HP? ›Turn on the computer, and then immediately press the esc key repeatedly until the Startup Menu opens. Press f10 to open the BIOS Setup Utility.
What is advanced BIOS features? ›This menu is used to set the data for the hard disk connected as master to the first IDE bus. The hard disk data (size, number of cylinders, heads, sectors, pre-compensation and home position of the heads when the disk is switched off) are displayed automatically for the connected hard disk.
What is SATA Power Management in BIOS? ›SATA provides the means to place the PHY into reduced power modes. As portions of the PHY are shut down to conserve power, the ability of the SATA device to respond to commands is impacted.
How do I change power settings in BIOS? ›
Access the settings for power management from the BIOS setup screen, then select the Socket Configuration tab. On the Advanced Power Management Configuration screen, select Memory Power & Thermal Configuration. By default, SpeedStep(P states) and Autonomous Core C-State are disabled.
How do I restore power in BIOS? ›Inside BIOS menu, look under the following menus to find for a setting named “Restore on AC/Power Loss” or “AC Power Recovery” or "After Power Loss". * Note: The “Restore on AC/Power Loss” setting can be found under different places inside BIOS setup according to computer manufacturer.
What are the seven standard BIOS settings? ›The BIOS setup utility consists of seven menus; Main, Advanced, Security, Power, Boot, Info and Exit. This document explains each menu, including all submenus and setup items. The following procedures allow you to navigate the setup utility menus: 1. To select a menu, use the cursor keys: [←] , [→].
What is the difference between BIOS setup and CMOS setup? ›The BIOS is the program that starts a computer up, and the CMOS is where the BIOS stores the date, time, and system configuration details it needs to start the computer. The BIOS is a small program that controls the computer from the time it powers on until the time the operating system takes over.
What is the difference between BIOS setup and boot menu? ›A Boot Menu allows users to specify what boot device to use as the computer is booting. The boot sequence is a setting in the BIOS setup that tells the computer what order to look at available boot devices on a computer. In other words, the boot sequence is followed automatically every time the computer boots.