MSI RD480 Neo2 - Manual (Page 54)

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BIOS Setup
Advanced BIOS Features
Quick Boot
Select Enabled to reduce the amount of time required to run the power-on self-test
(POST). A quick POST skips certain steps. We recommend that you normally disable
quick POST. It is better to find a problem during POST than lose data during your work.
Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Boot Sector Protection
This function protects the BIOS from accidental corruption by unauthorized users or
computer viruses. W hen enabled, the BIOS
’ data cannot be changed when attempt-
ing to update the BIOS with a Flash utility. To successfully update the BIOS, you ’ll
need to disable this Flash BIOS Protection function.
You should enable this function at all times. The only time when you need to disable
it is when you want to update the BIOS. After updating the BIOS, you should immedi-
ately re-enable it to protect it against viruses. Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].
Boot to OS/2
This allows you to run the OS/2
® operating system with DRAM larger than 64MB.
W hen you choose [No], you cannot run the OS/2 ® operating system with DRAM larger
than 64MB. But it is possible if you choose [Yes].
IOAPIC Function
This field is used to enable or disable the APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt
Controller). Due to compliance with PC2001 design guide, the system is able to run in
APIC mode. Enabling APIC mode will expand available IRQ resources for the system.
Setting options: [Enabled], [Disabled].